The All-in-One ultimate CW training app for amateur radio operators! Contest training mode, Features QRZ lookup, live RBN spot tracking, TTS, QSO Logger, German WAG, WAE
Master Morse code with Head Copy, the most comprehensive CW training app
designed specifically for amateur radio operators. Whether you're
preparing for your first QSO or training for competitive contests, Head
Copy delivers authentic, realistic practice that mirrors real on-air
conditions.
REALISTIC QSO SIMULATOR
Experience industry-first realistic CW conversations with actual callsigns
from CWops, SKCC, and contest participants. No more artificial practice
text - train with the same callsigns you'll encounter on the air.
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING MODES
- POTA (Parks on the Air): Practice authentic park-to-park contacts
- SKCC (Straight Key Century Club): Master straight key techniques with
realistic key characteristics
- Contest Training: WPX, CWops CWT, SST, MST, and NCCC Sprint simulations
- LICW Specialized Training: Advanced learning methods
- Words List Training: Build fundamental skills with curated word lists
AUTHENTIC RADIO EXPERIENCE
Head Copy simulates real radio conditions with QSB (signal fading), QRN
(atmospheric noise), and vintage radio effects. Choose between modern
crystal-clear audio or vintage tube radio warmth. Practice with straight
key simulation that includes realistic contact bounce and timing
variations.
ADVANCED FEATURES
- Adjustable WPM speeds from 5 to 50 WPM
- Farnsworth timing for character vs word speed control
- Wordsworth spacing for advanced timing control
- Head-copy mode: text display delay for authentic copying practice
- Background learning with sleep timer
- CarPlay integration for commute practice
- Unlimited practice time (Premium)
COMPREHENSIVE CONTENT
All training content is regularly updated with fresh callsign databases
and contest exchanges. Practice with thousands of real amateur radio
callsigns and authentic contest exchanges used in actual competitions.
CONVENIENT ALL-IN-ONE SOLUTION
Stop juggling multiple apps, MP3 files, or YouTube videos. Head Copy puts
everything you need for serious CW training in one professional
application. Practice anywhere, anytime, with or without internet
connection.
PERFECT FOR
- New amateur radio operators learning CW
- Contest operators preparing for competitions
- POTA and SOTA activators
- SKCC members practicing straight key techniques
- Anyone serious about improving their Morse code skills
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
Built-in learning materials include Morse code fundamentals, head-copy
study guides, learning tips and tricks, and comprehensive reference
charts. Everything you need to progress from beginner to expert.
SUBSCRIPTION FEATURES
Premium subscription unlocks all training modes, unlimited practice time,
advanced audio features, and priority support. Free version includes basic
training with time limits.
Head Copy is developed by active amateur radio operators who understand
the real challenges of learning and maintaining CW skills. Join thousands
of hams worldwide who trust Head Copy for their Morse code training.
Download Head Copy today and experience the difference that realistic,
professional CW training makes. Your on-air confidence starts here.
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Constantly looking for the perfect Morse practice app (I have nearly all) I was quick to give Head Copy a try. Glad I did! As an LICW member/student, I appreciate the options that support the LICW process. It is also packed with valuable features: in addition to the usual Morse chart, learning tips, and practice routines, there’s a full color Band Conditions screen (ala VOACAP), QRZ Callsign Lookup, RBN Spot Lookup, CW Club RBN Spotter, WA7BNM 8-day Contest Calendar, and the US band plan presented in a uniquely quick reference format. Doubtless there will be more to come and that’s key. The creator, K8APP, is a fellow traveler on the learning Morse journey who has achieved the proficiency we newbies strive for. He has chosen to apply his learning experience and software expertise to create a tool that directly addresses what we need to learn, progress, and maintain our skills, but also an ongoing tool supporting on air activity. In his bio he encourages feedback and suggestions. I took him up on it and suggested adding an option to drill my call sign, name, and QTH. You can imagine my surprise when it appeared in the next update. I’ll say it again: great app!
Developer Response
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review and detailed feedback! I’m really glad to hear that the app has been useful in your LICW journey and Morse practice. It’s been a pleasure adding features suggested by the community — your idea helped make the app better for everyone. I truly appreciate your support and encouragement. 73, K8APP
Great App have a lot of features
XOXOSharon
Use it when driving
Developer Response
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We're thrilled the app's features are working well for you. Stay safe while driving, and happy learning!
Packed with a lot
Skydiveguy
This app looks like it has a lot of great things packed into a single place. My only problem is the subscription. While I understand the market for an app like this is small, but $40 a year is insane. You would be better off spending $90 for the lifetime subscription to the LICW club. What is more aggravating is that the developer only took existing techniques and methods and aggregated it into this app and didn’t actually do any of the research or work themselves (Koch and LICW and CWOps studied implemented and updated these techniques).I’m not against paying for an app that has value (this looks like it does) but a perpetually recurring cost with no real future development (what can they add to make it better for the money?) makes the cost outweigh the return on investment. I’ll gladly update my 1 star review if they adjust the subscription to a more reasonable amount.
Developer Response
Thank you for trying the app! My goal is to include all the features that other apps usually charge for, but to offer them completely free in my app. The only exception is the QSO simulator, which provides realistic Morse code practice with advanced features—I’ll keep updating and improving that content over time.For example, tools like the ham radio test question pool and other study resources are free here, even though many apps charge for them. I also don’t want this to be a “pay once and forget it” kind of app. Premium is meant only for advanced users who really need it and use it daily, and I’ve tried to keep the price lower than a cup of coffee per month.For research, I’ve purchased almost all the one-time paid Morse code apps available on iPhone. Most of them only update once or twice a year—some haven’t been updated in years. I want this app to be different: actively maintained, evolving, and always improving. thank you for understanding.Also, just to share a bit of context — this is a solo project, and I work on it alongside my full-time job. All the methods included in the app are ones that I personally use and find helpful. Unlike larger teams such as LICW or CWops, I’m developing this on my own, but I truly welcome any suggestions that can help me improve the app.There are more features planned on the roadmap, so please continue to use and enjoy all the free features available in the app!
Poor player
Majorme 2
Hey how come after I set the settings up. It doesn’t play what I choose but after I quit and lathe app it plays what I chose. I use my iPhone and play thru my apple play in the car
Developer Response
Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry you're experiencing issues with CarPlay audio playback.The behavior you're describing—settings not taking effect until after restarting the app—is typically related to how iOS manages audio routing when CarPlay is connected. Here are a few things that might help: Quick fixes to try: • Before starting a practice session, ensure your iPhone's audio output is set to CarPlay (check Control Center > audio output) • After changing settings, try stopping any active session before starting a new one • Make sure Head Copy has permission to access audio in Settings > Head Copy CarPlay audio routing: iOS sometimes needs a moment to establish the audio route when CarPlay connects. If you're launching the app immediately after connecting to CarPlay, try waiting a few seconds before starting your session.If the issue persists, we'd be happy to help troubleshoot further. Please reach out through the app's support page or email us directly—we can usually resolve audio routing issues quickly with a bit more detail about your setup.We appreciate your patience and hope to help you get the most out of your CW practice!73, Car, K8APP
What's New in Version 1.0.10?
Comprehensive German CW Training (New)
- New dedicated German training mode with authentic content
- 100 and 500 most common German words for vocabulary building
- German CW abbreviations and special characters
- WAE (Worked All Europe) and WAG (Worked All Germany) contest modes
- WAE QTC (QTC traffic) training for realistic message passing
- Authentic WAE and WAG callsign databases
- German DOK (German's DARC district locator) support for station information
Winter Field Day Contest(New)
- New Winter Field Day contest simulation
- WFD class categories added to station information
- Practice cold-weather emergency operating scenarios
WPX Contest Now Free
- CQ WPX contest mode is now available to all users
- No subscription required for one of the world's most popular CW contests
Enhanced Station Information
- ARRL/RAC (Radio Amateurs of Canada) section support
- Winter Field Day class categories
- German DOK codes for authentic German contest simulation
- Better station profile organization
Enhanced Contest Calendar
- 8-Day Contest view now shows CW-only events
- Automatically filters out SSB, Phone, and digital mode contests
- Find relevant Morse code contests at a glance
Text-to-Speech Improvements
- Complete TTS sound implementation
- Morse code replay after voice announcements
- Better audio feedback during practice sessions
Interface Improvements
- Enhanced light mode appearance
- Fixed visual delays and timing issues
- Improved RBN refresh behavior
- Better station view layout
Version 1.0.10
The developer, Qian Wang, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
Privacy practices may vary, for example, based on the features you use or your age. Learn More
Accessibility
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Information
Seller
CCE3D LLC
Size
8 MB
Category
Education
Compatibility
Requires iOS 16.6 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 16.6 or later.
iPad Requires iPadOS 16.6 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 13.5 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
