Comparison

Morse vs Morse Code Keys

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

Head to head
About

Morse

Learn and practice Morse code with a system keyboard and LED transmitter. Features include training modes for beginners and professionals, listening comprehension exercises, and real-time message transmission via flash, screen, or sound. Supports German, Russian, and English alphabets.

Highlights
  • Morse code training system
  • LED transmitter for messages
  • Listening comprehension exercises
  • Text to Morse code conversion
  • Adjustable input speed
  • Multi-language alphabet support
Features
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Morse code is an application with a system keyboard for training and learning Morse code, as well as with an LED transmitter of encrypted messages. Entering text without looking at the screen. Alphabets: German, Russian and English. SIMPLICITY: Training with tips for beginners and without tips for professionals. Training in listening comprehension, as well as learning the characters of the alphabet. Creating an archive of texts for playing dictations in the classroom. Transmission of LED codes by flash, phone screen or sound in real time. The keyboard with two modes is dark and light, with input speed settings. Morse alphabet cheat sheet, always at hand. Switch keyboard language: German, Russian, English. APPLICATION: It can be used in the armed forces, in the army, navy or air force for military use. Alternatively for an amateur radio or telegraph station. For emergency communication from a distance using the LED flash, or for SOS distress alert. For learning Morse code, for teaching students or personnel. For sending secret messages or for simple encryption. It can be used as a flashlight, spotlight or strobe, transmitting a message in a loop or in manual mode. DETAILED DESCRIPTION: Morse code is a complex for studying and working with a morse code, containing a real keyboard for quick text input by a morse code and an application for training your skills. The application contains utilities for converting text to Morse code, as well as reproducing the result through the built-in LED flash of the phone, screen or sound signal. STUDENTS: The application allows you to independently train your Morse code skills in two ways. The first is listening perception. The second is the verification of Morse code from memory. By alternating both methods, you can quickly learn Morse code without much effort. In each training session, there are tips for beginners, which makes it possible to painlessly study the ABCs and do not leave the training mode. Trainings contain a huge number of phrases, so that the classes pass with interest and do not get tired quickly. Training results are saved in the results table with the ability to share the best result with friends on a social network. Training results are useful for self-assessment of Morse code proficiency and in the learning process. PREACHING: Utilities allow you to convert any text to Morse code on the fly, with the ability to view and listen. Allow to generate reports for sending by mail, adding to social networks. Allow you to save the conversion results for future use and playback. All created conversions are saved in a list, for quick selection for the control dictation. Playback speed is adjustable in a wide range. DOUBTS: The Morse application is not in vain the leader among the mass of similar applications, it has been repeatedly noted in reviews of various online publications. The application is the best of its kind and is suitable both for independent study of the morse code, and for teaching in universities and military schools. It really allows you to successfully learn and educate people in Morse code. APPLICATION PURCHASES: When you purchase the application for free for three days, and then, if you haven’t unsubscribed, the selected type of payment will be debited (week, month, year). Payment will be made from the iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Renewal fees will be charged within 24 hours before the end of the current period. Subscriptions can be controlled by the user, automatic updating can be disabled by going to the user account settings after the purchase. During the active subscription period, the current subscription is not canceled. Privacy policy: https://static.macflash.ru/PRIVACY_POLICY_EN Terms of use: https://static.macflash.ru/TERMS_OF_USE_EN

About

Morse Code Keys

Master Morse code with this free training application. Practice and drill each letter of the alphabet at your own pace. Ideal for beginners looking to build a solid foundation in Morse code communication.

Highlights
  • Morse code alphabet practice
  • Letter drilling exercises
  • Beginner-friendly interface
  • Free to use
Features
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Learning morse code can be tough without the right tools. That's why we created Morse Code Keys - Trainer. With this free app, you're going to be able to take the time to practice and drill in each letter of the alphabet. Once you're confident in your skills, download our other app: Morse Code Keys, which will allow you to utilize your new skill with a morse code keyboard that can be used across any app. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Morse4 screens
Morse Code Keys4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Morse at none against Morse Code Keys's shown. Morse also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 11 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. Morse sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Morse Code Keys sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for Morse against 4.4 for Morse Code Keys. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 64 and 175 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 48% of Morse's written reviews are positive against 56% of Morse Code Keys's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Morse ships an update every 4 days, Morse Code Keys every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Morse versus Morse Code Keys: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMorseMorse Code Keys
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (64 ratings)4.4 (175 ratings) — better
Positive reviews48.2% of reviews55.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings64175 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.713.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developermacflash.ruCaesar Salad Software LLC

Customer experience

Morse

All ratings64 ratings
Positive84.4%
Neutral4.7%
Negative10.9%
Written reviews83 reviews
Positive48.2%
Neutral7.2%
Negative44.6%

Morse Code Keys

All ratings175 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral5.7%
Negative8.6%
Written reviews45 reviews
Positive55.6%
Neutral8.9%
Negative35.6%

Bugs and requests

Morse

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Morse Code Keys

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • Audio stopped working after iOS update
  • Audio never worked over wireless headphones
  • Letter Z not appearing in practice sessions
  • Sound doesn't work
  • Tone sound lags between touching screen and playing
Show 5 more
  • Buttons don't register until finger is lifted
  • Sound doesn't show up on older devices
  • App opens with 'A' and doesn't progress
  • Doesn't go past letter A
  • Dit and Dah keys are backwards from standard

Requested features

7 requests
  • Ability to select individual letters for practice
  • Option to remove ads for a one-time fee
  • Add numbers and punctuation
  • Fix dit/dah key order for iambic keys
  • Option to adjust WPM (words per minute)
Show 2 more
  • Add a home screen
  • More settings options

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Morse

Subscriptions2
  • Premium month$7.991 Month
  • Premium year3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium unlimited$39.99
3 purchases

Morse Code Keys

Subscriptions2
  • Remove Ads Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Remove Ads Yearly$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove Ads Forever$19.99

Questions

Is Morse free?
Morse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Morse Code Keys free?
Morse Code Keys is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Morse or Morse Code Keys?
Morse Code Keys is rated higher. Morse averages 4.3 out of 5 from 64 ratings, while Morse Code Keys averages 4.4 from 175 ratings.
Do Morse or Morse Code Keys have ads?
Morse Code Keys shows ads; Morse does not.
Which is updated more often, Morse or Morse Code Keys?
Morse ships an update every 4 days, and Morse Code Keys every 11 months. Most recently, Morse was updated on September 20, 2026 and Morse Code Keys on September 23, 2026.

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