Comparison

Morse vs Blinkode

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

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About

Morse

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\[Overview\] Welcome to the ultimate all-in-one signal and translation app\! From beginners who want to learn the basics of communication to amateur radio operators aiming for certification and outdoor enthusiasts, this app meets all your needs. We have combined advanced technologies such as text reading via OCR (Optical Character Recognition) with multi-sensory output through light, sound, and vibration, as well as a learning function that feels like a game. Directly from your smartphone screen, scan, translate, send, and learn signal techniques! [Main Features]1. Smart OCR Text Scanner There's no need to go through the trouble of manual entry when you can read it with your camera. Using advanced OCR functionality via your device's camera (\*permission required), English text on books, signs, or screens is instantly read and converted directly into signal code. 2. Instant Two-Way Translation Seamlessly convert between English text and signal code.Text to Code: Enter English sentences to instantly convert them into dits and dahs (dots and dashes). Code to Text: Enter signals directly through an intuitive interface to instantly decode them into readable English. Easy Share Function: Once you've created Morse code, share it with friends via SNS or messaging apps with a single tap.3. Signal Output via Light, Sound, and Vibration Use three different output modes to send messages in any environment.Light (Flashlight): Ideal for visual communication over long distances or in the dark. Sound (Beep): A classic audio experience perfect for amateur radio practice. Vibration: Stealth mode. By feeling the dots and dashes in your hand, completely silent and secret communication is possible.4. SOS Emergency Loop Mode The app uses both beeps and bright flashing lights to continuously loop the international SOS signal. 5. Game-like Learning & Quiz Features Learning signals has never been more fun\! This app features four different "4-choice quiz modes" for memory retention and instant decoding skills.Mode 1: Character to Signal (e.g., see "A" and choose "ćƒ»ļ¼"). Trains your memory to be able to type it yourself. Mode 2: Signal to Character (e.g., see "ćƒ»ļ¼" and choose "A"). Visual training to instantly decode signals from others. Mode 3: Word to Signal (e.g., see "SOS" and choose "惻惻惻 ļ¼ļ¼ļ¼ 惻惻惻"). Advanced practice for more practical typing. Mode 4: Signal to Word (e.g., see "惻惻惻 ļ¼ļ¼ļ¼ 惻惻惻" and choose "SOS"). Master actual message reception.6. Comprehensive Code Quick Reference The app includes a built-in, easy-to-read reference table covering:Standard A-Z alphabet Numbers (0-9) Symbols The essential "Q-codes" for amateur radio communication [Recommended for] Survival and camping enthusiasts: Amateur radio operators: The perfect daily practice partner to increase transmission and reception speed. Mystery and escape game fans: Easily decode secret hints or create your own ciphers. Students and hobbyists: Anyone who wants to acquire a new and fascinating skill through fun and interactive quizzes.

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Blinkode

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Blinkode sends and reads Morse code in TWO alphabets — international A–Z and Thai. Everything runs on your device. No internet, no account. THAI MORSE CODE Thailand has had its own Morse standard since 1 November 1912, created so telegraph operators could send Thai without transliterating it first. It is still used by Thai amateur-radio operators today. A Morse app that only knows A–Z simply cannot carry a Thai sentence. • Type in Thai and Blinkode encodes it — no mode switch to find, it reads what you typed • Mixed Thai and English in one message encodes correctly end to end • Full Thai reference table with the source of the standard shown on screen • Because the standard gives one code to letters that sound alike, Blinkode warns you which letters will arrive as another — no silent surprises • Characters outside the standard (Thai numerals) are flagged, not dropped in silence APPLE WATCH Morse was built to be received by feel. Blinkode plays decoded messages as dot-and-dash haptics on your wrist, so you can read a signal without looking at a screen, without sound, and without light. • Replay any message your iPhone decoded, as timed taps • Trigger the iPhone flashlight from your wrist • Practice mode: feel a letter, guess it — the way operators actually learn WIDGETS AND THE ACTION BUTTON The moment you actually need Morse is the moment you do not want to unlock, find an app and type. • SOS widget on the Home Screen or Lock Screen — one tap opens straight into sending, no menus • Put the same SOS in Control Center, or on the Action button of iPhone 15 Pro and later • SOS sent this way never counts against the free daily limit • "Today's code" widget teaches you one Morse letter a day — in Thai or A-Z, matching the alphabet you use in the app • All widgets are free, no Pro needed SEND • Flashlight, on-screen flash, sound or vibration • 5 to 30 WPM • loop mode • one-tap SOS DECODE • Point the camera at a flashing light and read it back live • Auto speed detection • The same signal can be Thai or English — switch how it is read with one tap, no need to capture again • Read blinks from a video clip you already filmed (Pro) FREE • 5 signals a day • unlimited decoding • full reference tables • 3 themes BLINKODE PRO • Remove all ads • unlimited signals • video decoding • unlimited history • all 6 themes Weekly, yearly or one-time lifetime — yearly saves over 90% compared with weekly. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Works fully offline. Camera frames and video clips are never saved or uploaded. Blinkode Pro is offered as an auto-renewable subscription (weekly or yearly) or a one-time lifetime purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.blinkode.siamclaw.com/privacy-policy Note: the flashing-light signal may affect people with photosensitive epilepsy — please use with care. SOS is a signalling aid, not a certified rescue device.

Screenshots

Morse4 screens
Blinkode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Blinkode at every 2 days against Morse's every 3 months. Blinkode also leads on device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Morse sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Blinkode sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Morse ships an update every 3 months, Blinkode every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Morse versus Blinkode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMorseBlinkode
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size102 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTATSUO NAKANOSarayut Rungraung

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Morse

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$4.99
3 purchases

Blinkode

Subscriptions2
  • Blinkode Pro$0.997 Days
  • Blinkode Pro$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Blinkode Pro Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is Morse free?
Morse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Blinkode free?
Blinkode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Morse or Blinkode have ads?
Both Morse and Blinkode show ads.
Which is updated more often, Morse or Blinkode?
Morse ships an update every 3 months, and Blinkode every 2 days. Most recently, Morse was updated on October 5, 2026 and Blinkode on October 9, 2026.

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