Comparison

Aether Morse vs Sidetone CW

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Aether Morse

Features
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Master Morse code with Aether Morse — the ultimate learning and communication tool for ham radio operators, survivalists, and enthusiasts. LEARN • Tap-rhythm lessons for letters, numbers, and symbols • Visual waveform display with real-time signal highlighting • Track mastery progress for every character • Adjustable WPM speed from beginner to expert SIGNAL STUDIO • Type any message and instantly see its Morse waveform • Decode incoming Morse code by tapping along • Haptic feedback vibrates each dit and dah FLASHLIGHT • Send Morse code via your iPhone's LED flash • Communicate silently over long distances with light HAPTIC MESSENGER • Feel Morse code through vibration — truly hands-free • Perfect for discreet communication All features are free. Remove banner ads for just $0.99.

About

Sidetone CW

Features
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Sidetone is the ultimate app for anyone looking to learn Morse code (CW) from scratch or sharpen their existing telegraphy skills. Whether you're a curious beginner or a ham radio operator wanting to increase your speed, Sidetone offers the tools you need in a clean, modern, and ad-free interface. KEY FEATURES: • Learn with the Koch Method: Build your speed the right way. Sidetone uses the highly effective Koch method, which trains your ears to recognize characters at full speed from day one, preventing the bad habit of counting slow dots and dashes. • AI-Powered QSO Simulator: Train for the real world! Our smart simulator uses an external API to generate realistic radio contacts (QSOs). Practice sending and receiving exchanges just like on the actual bands, giving you the confidence you need before sitting down at the rig. • Intuitive Input: Send your Morse code using the app's responsive, circular key and get immediate visual and audio feedback on your timing. • No Login Required: Sidetone respects your privacy. Open the app and start practicing right away—no accounts or passwords needed. Sidetone is a passion project created for the love of amateur radio and coding. The app is completely free to use, but if you enjoy it and want to help support the server costs (and fuel the developer's coffee intake), there's a voluntary tip jar in the settings. Fire up Sidetone, put on your headphones, and start your CW journey today. 73!

Screenshots

Aether Morse4 screens
Sidetone CW4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Sidetone CW at none against Aether Morse's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Aether Morse sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Sidetone CW sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Aether Morse versus Sidetone CW: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAether MorseSidetone CW
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 days—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSui Fai LawMichel Cato

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Aether Morse

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$0.99
1 purchases

Sidetone CW

One-time1
  • Buy me a coffee$1.99

Questions

Is Aether Morse free?
Aether Morse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sidetone CW free?
Sidetone CW is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Aether Morse or Sidetone CW have ads?
Aether Morse shows ads; Sidetone CW does not.

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