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CW product comparison

Remote CW, keyers and training.

Checked 30 August 2026Primary sourcesStrengths and limits
Remote
OperatorNetworkStationRadio
Radio keying
PaddleKeyerCW + PTTRig
Training
HearKeyMeasureImprove
Remote operationCW only—or the whole shack?
Radio keyingWhat actually keys the rig?
CW trainingWhat can you practise and measure?
OpenShackOne Box for all three jobs
Before the tables

Start with the job.

A USB paddle adapter, a contest keyer and a complete remote station may all take a key or paddle, but they are not the same thing. First decide what you want to do, then compare the gear built for it.

How we checked

We used the manuals, product pages, configuration references and firmware notes linked under Sources. “Not documented” means that we could not find the feature in the maker’s own information. Unless a row says otherwise, this is a documentation comparison rather than a laboratory test of every product.

Scope

This page compares general remote-CW links, station systems that can work across radio brands, hardware keyers and training tools. Radio-specific remote systems—such as Icom RS-BA1, Elecraft K4/K4/0, Kenwood ARCP/ARHP combinations and Yaesu SCU-LAN10—are outside this comparison. FlexRadio has a separate focus because OpenShack offers a dedicated Flex Keyer workflow.

Who wrote this

OpenShack prepared this comparison, so it is not independent. We have tried to describe competitors’ strengths as well as their limits and to separate documented facts from our assessment. Makers and users can send a correction.

Group 01 / Remote operation

Carry CW—or bring the whole station?

Two OpenShack choices

OpenShack Remote puts the whole shack on the Windows PC in front of you: RX and TX audio, CAT, logging, waterfall, station accessories, CW and PTT.CW Link adds CW and PTT to the remote setup you already use.

Remote operation products compared
SolutionWhat it sendsCW on a changing linkAt your operating positionWhat else it handlesGetting connectedBest for / missing
OpenShack Remote + Box
Complete station
Your actual keying and PTT, plus RX/TX audio, CAT, logger and station control.OpenShack checks the delay to the station and adjusts the CW buffer as the link changes, so the dit, dah and character spacing stays right. Audio and CAT use the same connection.Add a Box for your paddle, instant sidetone, station audio in the same headphones and a real footswitch. Logger CW also works without a Box at your end.RX/TX audio, CAT, WinKey/loggers, digital modes, waterfall, cluster, rotators, amplifiers, tuners, antennas and switches—all on one screen.OpenShack tries a direct connection first. If CGNAT, DS-Lite or a restrictive router gets in the way, it falls back to the OpenShack server relay.For operators who want the whole station remotely, not just CW. Run the Windows OpenShack app at the station and operating positions; add a Box wherever you want real controls.
OpenShack CW Link
Box on one or both ends
Your actual dit-and-dah timing and PTT. The rest of your remote setup stays as it is.The CW buffer follows changes in Internet delay, so the spacing stays right. It normally uses UDP and can use TCP when UDP will not pass.Put a Box beside the key for instant sidetone, paddle input and footswitch PTT. A logger can send through the Windows app.CW and PTT only. Keep using your existing remote setup for receiver audio, microphone audio and CAT.OpenShack first tries a direct connection. If CGNAT, DS-Lite or the router blocks it, the OpenShack server relays the connection. Use a Box on one or both ends; where a Windows PC is running, USB Box through the OpenShack app is preferred. A standalone Wi-Fi Box can replace the app at either end.For operators who already have remote audio and CAT but need a better CW/PTT link. It also suits stations where little or no Windows software is wanted in the keying path.
Morconi AllRigs
Client + Server
Key-down/key-up timing and PTT between the Morconi client and server.Timing is sent with the keying. The release notes mention jitter handling, but do not say that the buffer adjusts itself when the Internet delay changes.The client has its own keyer, speed control, memories and local sidetone.CW and PTT only. Use another remote system for receiver audio, microphone audio and CAT.Two Ethernet boxes. For Internet use, port 57373 normally has to be reachable by port forwarding, VPN or a similar route.A dedicated Ethernet CW/PTT link, available assembled or as a DIY project. It needs more hands-on network setup.
RemoteRig RRC-1258MkIICW, PTT, radio control and two-way station audio between a Control-RRC and Radio-RRC.You set the CW delay/jitter compensation yourself. RemoteRig does not document a setting that follows changes in the link automatically.Paddle, local sidetone and configurable footswitch/PTT at the Control-RRC.Audio, serial/CAT and selected detachable radio panels. It is a strong hardware link, but not one screen for every item in the shack.The radio-site router must forward ports 13000–13002 to the Radio-RRC, plus port 80 for web access, or place the unit in the DMZ. A static LAN address and a public IP address or Dynamic DNS name are needed; SIP ALG should be off.Excellent PC-free remote hardware, especially with a supported detachable radio panel. Less useful as an everyday standalone keyer or trainer.
RigPi Station Server
Raspberry Pi station system
Remote CW from a paddle, bug, straight key, logger or browser, with radio control and station audio handled by the wider RigPi setup.The remote keyer sends element-based CW to the radio-side keyer. The documentation does not describe an adaptive network-jitter buffer.Use another RigPi, a Raspberry Pi GPIO input, RigPi Hub on Windows or browser controls. VoIP normally uses Mumble.Browser radio control, accounts, logging, macros, VoIP, optional VNC and camera access, and Raspberry Pi applications.Remote CW normally uses a forwarded UDP port—30040 by default—and the wider remote station can require separate forwarded ports for browser, VoIP, VNC and camera access. The current manual recommends a trusted private network or VPN.For operators who want a flexible Raspberry Pi station server and are comfortable assembling the required parts. It is a more involved system than a dedicated CW link and is not a CW training suite.
K1EL WKremote
WinKey-to-WinKey
Letters after the local WinKey has decoded them—not your original dit-and-dah timing.The WinKey at the station sends a clean new character, but it is always one character behind your paddle.Use a WinKey at your end for paddle input and local sidetone. Without it, WKremote is keyboard-only.CW only. Audio and CAT need separate remote software.Windows software at both ends, with port forwarding, firewall rules and optional Dynamic DNS described in the setup guide.A simple way to send remote CW with familiar WinKey hardware. It does not carry your real paddle rhythm, weighting or fist.
VBand CW HotlineKeying timing between two Hotline units, intended to preserve the sender’s fist.You choose a fixed Min Latency; the manual suggests starting at 200 ms. The manual does not describe a buffer that adjusts itself as the delay changes.Paddle or straight key with immediate sidetone from the local speaker.CW key output only. Audio, CAT, voice PTT and other station controls need a separate system.Both Hotline units connect through the VBand service over 2.4 GHz WPA2 Wi-Fi. There is no direct peer-to-peer connection.Easy CW between Hotline units and on VBand. No footswitch PTT or whole-station control.
OpenShack rowsRemote runs the whole station. CW Link adds CW and PTT to the remote setup you already have.
Timing

Your fist reaches the radio.

WKremote decodes a letter and sends a new version of it. OpenShack sends your actual key-down and key-up timing to the station.

Connection

Direct if possible. Relayed if needed.

OpenShack tries the shortest direct path first. If CGNAT or DS-Lite blocks it, the connection goes through the OpenShack server relay.

Station

The whole shack on one screen.

OpenShack Remote keeps audio, CAT, logging, waterfall, cluster and station accessories in the same client.

Remote operation / Security and station safety

Protect the connection—and the transmitter.

Connection convenience is only part of remote operation. Also ask which services are reachable from the public Internet, how access and traffic are protected, and what releases CW or PTT when a link or program fails.

Why port forwarding matters

A forwarded port leaves a fixed service reachable from the public Internet. OpenShack normally needs no permanent inbound opening: both ends initiate outbound connections, a protected direct path is created when possible, and an encrypted relay path is used when direct connectivity is unavailable. This reduces exposed attack surface; it does not replace strong secrets, updates and a firewall.

Remote CW security and station fail-safes compared
SolutionInternet exposureAccess and encryptionTransmitter and station fail-safesWhat the operator must do
OpenShack Remote / CW LinkNo port forwarding is normally required. OpenShack tries a direct WebRTC path first and relays the session when direct connectivity is unavailable.Connection setup uses TLS; audio uses SRTP and real-time data uses DTLS. Encryption remains in place through a relay. The Station-ID identifies the host; a separate long shared secret helps derive its private connection channel and is not sent in clear text.Configurable host PTT timeout—120 seconds by default—plus a hardware PTT watchdog and CW watchdogs in the Box. Disconnect paths request key-up and PTT-off. Optional host shutdown can run Off actions first; configured rotators can park on shutdown or after their own no-client interval.Keep the generated secret private and replace it when access changes. Keep Windows, OpenShack, Box firmware and the router updated; leave the firewall enabled. Shutdown and idle rotor parking are opt-in.
Morconi AllRigsThe TCP server port—57373 by default—must be reachable by port forwarding, VPN or a similar route.The server configuration supports an IP-address whitelist. Transport encryption and shared cryptographic authentication are not documented in the sources checked.A configurable PTT watchdog disables PTT if transmission remains stuck; the published default is 15 seconds. The release notes also describe closing a connection after missed pings.Choose the network path, configure the client/server addresses and restrict access. A VPN avoids exposing the server port directly and supplies a protected network path.
RemoteRig RRC-1258MkIIThe radio site normally forwards multiple UDP ports and web access to the Radio-RRC, or places the unit in a DMZ.The manual documents a SIP password between the units and password protection for web settings. Transport encryption is not documented in the sources checked.Firmware notes document a PTT watchdog that releases PTT after five seconds when the Internet link is lost. A separate ping watchdog can reset an RRC after loss of network contact.Set strong SIP and web passwords, keep firmware current and limit public exposure. Configure the forwarded services, Dynamic DNS/public addressing and radio-specific wiring correctly.
RigPi Station ServerThe documented public-Internet setup forwards separate ports for browser, VoIP, optional VNC/camera and remote CW.RigPi provides user accounts, passwords and access levels. Its current manual says development has focused on trusted private networks and recommends OpenVPN for encrypted remote access.The keyer provides PTT functions, but an equivalent CW/PTT safety watchdog is not documented in the sources checked.Change all default credentials. Prefer a private network or VPN; otherwise secure every exposed service and forward only the services actually required.
K1EL WKremoteThe setup guide opens a chosen application port through the station router and Windows Firewall.The published setup guide does not document application-level authentication or encryption.A heartbeat reports whether the two programs are connected. WKremote carries CW characters rather than PTT; no transmitter watchdog is documented.Provide a protected network path, maintain both Windows PCs and configure the forwarded port and firewall rules.
VBand CW HotlineNo inbound port forwarding is documented. Each unit connects outbound through the hosted CW Hotline/VBand service.A per-device key grants server access and a user-generated channel/link key joins units. The manual warns against guessable channel names when a radio is attached. Transport encryption is not documented.There is no separate PTT path. A remote key-down watchdog is not documented in the manual checked.Keep the device key private and use a long, unguessable private channel name. Keep the Wi-Fi network and device firmware protected.
OpenShack row“Not documented” describes the cited maker information; it is not proof that a feature cannot exist.
Platform focus / FlexRadio

Three ways to put a paddle beside SmartSDR.

For remote paddle CW on a FlexRadio, the practical choices are Maestro, SmartSDR with Flex Keyer, or SmartSDR with Morconi.

Where OpenShack differs

The Box mixes the received SmartSDR audio from your tablet or laptop with its own instant sidetone. You hear the receiver and your keying together in the same speakers or headphones. The sidetone never goes through the PC or over the Internet.

Maestro: radio audio + sidetone in the consoleFlex Keyer: SmartSDR RX audio + hardware sidetone → one headsetMorconi: separate speaker or delayed sound-card mix
FlexRadio remote CW solutions compared
FlexRadio setupWhat is on your deskHow CW reaches the radioWhat you hearPTT / footswitchOperating the FlexWhat you needBest for / missing
FlexRadio MaestroA complete Flex control head with screen, knobs, key/paddle socket, PTT input and audio connections.The built-in keyer uses FlexRadio’s remote-CW link. The radio rebuilds the CW from the timing information, so changing Internet delay does not spoil the spacing.Receiver audio and instant sidetone in the Maestro speaker or headphones.PTT input and break-in are built into the console.Operate the Flex without SmartSDR for Windows. SmartControl can also use the Maestro knobs with SmartSDR on the PC.One Maestro at the operating position, SmartLink and a supported FlexRadio. Nothing extra is needed at the radio.Best if you want a proper Flex front panel remotely. It is the biggest investment here, works only with FlexRadio and is less convenient to travel with than a small keyer box.
SmartSDR + OpenShack Flex KeyerA Windows PC with SmartSDR and OpenShack, plus one small Box for the paddle, speed buttons, memories, footswitch and audio.The Box sends your real key-down/key-up timing and PTT through the Flex API. The radio rebuilds clean CW from that timing.Receiver and sidetone in one headset: the Box mixes SmartSDR RX audio with its own instant sidetone. The sidetone never goes through Windows or over the Internet.A real footswitch socket and remote PTT. Paddle, logger and footswitch can all use the same Box.SmartSDR handles the Flex; the Box handles the paddle, footswitch and headphones. The same Box also works as a WinKey keyer, trainer input and CW Link box.One Box with the operator; nothing at the radio. SmartSDR may use SmartLink. Flex Keyer needs a network route to the radio’s API.Best small-box choice if you want paddle, PTT, receiver audio and instant sidetone together. It needs Windows and does not replace the knobs and buttons of a Maestro.
SmartSDR + Morconi for FlexRadioA PC with SmartSDR and a Morconi Flex box for key/paddle input, speed control and sidetone. DIY and assembled versions are available.Morconi sends timed keying to the Flex API. The radio rebuilds the CW from that timing.Sidetone comes from Morconi’s separate SPK output. Use a second amplified speaker, or feed it into the PC sound card and hear a delayed mix. Morconi has no hardware mixer for SmartSDR audio and sidetone.Current versions support PTT; the sockets and controls depend on the DIY or assembled version.SmartSDR handles the radio and audio. Morconi handles CW/PTT, memories and logger keying.One Morconi with the operator; nothing at the radio. For remote use, the Flex API port—normally 4992—must be reachable by port forwarding, VPN or a similar route.A capable Flex CW box. Receiver audio and sidetone need separate playback or a delayed sound-card mix. Setup suits operators who are comfortable with hardware and configuration files.
OpenShack rowWith Flex Keyer or Morconi, SmartSDR still provides the panadapter, rig controls and receiver audio.
Group 02 / Radio keying

From paddle to transmitter.

At the local shack, look at the keyer modes you use, whether your logger sees WinKey, how CW and PTT reach the rig, and whether the box has the controls and sockets you need.

Where OpenShack differs

The Box is a standalone WinKey-compatible keyer first. It also has protected CW/PTT outputs, a footswitch socket, station-audio mixing, paddle timing for the trainers and the hardware needed for remote CW.

Radio keying products compared
ProductKeyerWorks with loggersKeying the rigControls, sockets and audioOther usesBest for / missing
OpenShack BoxIambic A/B, Ultimatic and straight key; 5–100 WPM; memories.Starts in WinKey-compatible mode. It can also report every dit, dah and space to OpenShack.Protected CW and PTT outputs, with adjustable PTT lead, tail and first-element extension. Separate footswitch socket.Speed −/+, two assignable buttons, instant sidetone mixed with stereo audio, headphone socket and two built-in 3 W speakers.Paddle input for the trainers, station or operator box for CW Link, and direct FlexRadio keying.One keyer that remains useful at the local rig, in the training room and at a remote station.
K1EL WinKeyer / WKUSBIambic A/B, Ultimatic and bug; up to 99 WPM; plenty of memory and contest settings.The original WinKey implementation, supported by practically every serious contest logger.Two isolated CW/PTT channels for two radios.Speed knob, four message buttons and a sidetone speaker.WKremote can send decoded characters from one WinKey to another.Still the contest-logging standard. It has no network connection of its own, footswitch socket, station-audio mixer or detailed paddle-timing output.
K3NG Arduino CW Keyer
Kit or assembled unit
Iambic A/B, Ultimatic, bug, single-lever and straight key; 1–999 WPM in the firmware; up to 12 memories with macros.Emulates WinKey 1.0/2.0 and also offers USB command-line and keyboard operation.Can support up to six CW outputs, PTT lead/tail/hang timing and TX/RX sequencing. The actual output circuits depend on the unit you buy or build.Kits and assembled units are sold with enclosures, speed controls, buttons, displays and sidetone. The panel and fitted options vary by seller.CW decoder, callsign and sending practice, keyboard CW, beacon/fox modes and optional network functions.A real low-cost alternative to WinKeyer, not just a software project. Check what the seller has fitted and enabled; there is no single standard K3NG hardware version.
RemoteRig RRC-1258MkIIIambic A/B and squeeze; 10–40 WPM in the published specification.WinKey emulation as part of the RemoteRig setup.Remote CW plus configurable PTT and footswitch connections.Local sidetone and speed control, plus microphone and station audio.Carries a complete remote-radio connection between the two RRC boxes.Very capable as part of a RemoteRig installation, but it is not meant to be a general-purpose standalone keyer.
VBand USB Paddle InterfaceNo keyer inside; it turns the paddle contacts into left/right Control key presses.No WinKey or serial-keyer protocol.None.No sidetone or controls. The software and computer provide everything else.Connects a real paddle or straight key to VBand and compatible programs.A cheap and simple paddle adapter, but not a box that can key a radio.
VBand CW HotlineIambic or straight key; the electronic keyer starts at 8 WPM.No WinKey support is documented.CW key output; no separate PTT output is documented.Speed button, speaker, line output and optional built-in paddle/key.Private CW over the Internet and direct VBand channels.A handy Wi-Fi keyer and CW link, but it has no WinKey support, PTT output or station-audio input.
Morserino-32 / M32 PocketIambic A/B, Ultimatic, non-squeeze and straight key; eight memories.No WinKey interface is documented.CW output, but no built-in PTT or footswitch path.Display, speaker, touch paddles and a socket for an external paddle or key.Portable CW practice, decoding and CW communication.An excellent portable trainer and keyer, but not a contest-logger interface or a complete station box.
OpenShack rowK3NG is compared as the finished keyer operators commonly buy as a kit or assembled unit; hardware and enabled options still vary by seller.
Group 03 / CW training

Hear it. Key it. Measure it.

A practice oscillator is useful, but it is not a complete trainer. Look at what you can practise copying, whether you can use a real paddle, and whether the program shows where your sending needs work.

Where OpenShack differs

Start with Koch lessons, then move on to callsigns, words, pileups, real-paddle sending, fist analysis, chat and competitions. The Box you train with is also the keyer you can use at the rig.

CW hardware and connected trainers compared
ProductCopy practiceSending practiceWhat it tells you about your fistPractice with othersPC needed?Best for / missing
OpenShack CW + BoxKoch/Farnsworth lessons, words, callsigns, Quality RX, advanced trainers and realistic pileups.Use a real paddle or straight key for exercises, RufzXP TX, one-minute TX, games and live MorseChat.See dit, dah, character and word spacing in the Paddle Analyzer and TX Decoder instead of guessing what went wrong.Personal bests, several contest-style events and worldwide leaderboards.Start free in the browser. The Windows suite has the full set of tools; add a Box when you want the trainer to read a real paddle.For operators who want to learn, practise sending and measure progress in the same system.
Morserino-32 / M32 PocketKoch sequences, adaptive random groups, words, callsigns, a generator and uploaded text.Echo Trainer with adaptive speed, straight key, external paddle and built-in touch paddles.Shows decoded text from its key, paddle or receiver-audio decoder.Morse Invaders, Morserino-to-Morserino communication and third-party services.No. It is a self-contained pocket trainer.The best choice here for portable practice without a PC. It has fewer competitions, no comparable live chat and less detailed sending analysis than the OpenShack desktop tools.
VBand + USB Paddle InterfaceNo step-by-step learning course.Practice channel, QSO bot and live Internet CW rooms.The browser decodes your sending and shows basic timing figures.Public and private channels, but no documented contest leaderboard.Yes. The USB dongle only reads the paddle contacts.An inexpensive way to practise live Internet CW, not a full CW course.
VBand CW HotlineNo built-in course.Use it as a practice oscillator, on a private Hotline channel or with VBand.You listen to your sending; no detailed fist analysis is documented.Private links and VBand channels.No for the keyer. Internet features use 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi.Good for practising with a friend, not for lessons or detailed analysis.
K3NG Arduino CW Keyer
Kit or assembled unit
Callsign and alphabet practice, plus an optional CW decoder.Sending practice, paddle command mode, memories and operation with a paddle, straight key or bug.A fitted display or serial terminal can show decoded CW. It does not measure individual elements and spacing in detail.No built-in contests or worldwide leaderboard.No. Buy or build it as a complete hardware keyer and trainer.A capable and affordable practice keyer. Check which display, decoder and training options the seller has enabled.
K1EL WinKeyer / WKUSBNo receive training built in.No exercises of its own; it gives an external program access to the keyer and paddle.Returns the decoded character. It does not give the software the raw dit, dah and spacing measurements needed to analyse your fist.None built in.No as a keyer, but it is not a CW course.It reliably tells software which character you sent—not exactly how you sent it.
OpenShack rowHardware and connected trainers are shown above. The software-only benchmarks below answer a different buying question.
Software benchmarks

Compare the programs operators already know.

These tools do not key a station or replace a hardware keyer, but they are important reference points for learning, callsign speed and contest practice.

CW training software compared
SoftwareBest atSending inputProgress and communityPlatform and cost modelWhat it does not replace
OpenShack CWOne progression from Koch/Farnsworth learning through callsigns, words, pileups, sending analysis, games and competition-style events.Keyboard and browser controls; the Windows suite can use a real paddle or straight key through the OpenShack Box.Personal bests, worldwide leaderboards, contest-style events and live MorseChat.Free browser trainers plus the fuller Windows suite; the Box is optional for copy practice and required for direct real-key timing input.It is a larger system than a single-purpose browser lesson or callsign trainer.
LCWOA mature free browser course: Koch lessons, speed practice, code groups, words, callsigns, plain text, QTCs and downloadable practice audio.Transmit practice uses keyboard or mouse/onscreen input. Direct hardware-paddle timing is not documented.Accounts, statistics, highscores, groups and a discussion forum.Free in a web browser; an Internet connection and account are used for saved progress.A hardware keyer, real-paddle analyzer, contest simulator or remote-station system.
Morse RunnerRealistic contest and pileup simulation with multiple callers, QRM, QRN, fading and operating mistakes.Contest-style keyboard/log input rather than direct paddle-timing analysis.Local scores; community variants and external score activities exist, but the original program is a standalone simulator.Freeware for Windows; the original release remains available from its author.A structured beginner course, hardware keyer, sending analyzer or live remote station.
RufzXPHigh-speed callsign recognition. Correct answers push the speed upward; errors bring it down.Keyboard copy only; it does not evaluate paddle or straight-key sending.Scores and an international Toplist provide a clear speed target.Free Windows software.A complete CW course, pileup simulator, sending trainer, hardware keyer or remote system.
CW Academy Morse Code TrainerStructured browser sessions for copy and sending following the CW Academy sequence, plus ICR, word, QSO and adaptive-speed tools.Browser keyboard/mouse or touch sending with history and timing results; direct hardware-paddle input is not documented.Local practice history and export; CW Academy supplies the wider coached-learning community.Free browser app that can be installed for offline use.A hardware keyer, detailed physical-fist analyzer, live CW chat or remote-station system.
OpenShack rowLCWO, Morse Runner, RufzXP and the CW Academy trainer are included as benchmarks, not because they perform the same job as a Box.
Before buying

Price the complete path.

A low-cost interface can become an expensive station once computers, a second box, licences, audio, VPN access and remote power are added. Compare the working system, not only the item on the desk.

Hardware

Count every required device.

  • One box or one at each end?
  • PC, Raspberry Pi or no computer?
  • Audio interface, cables and power?
  • Assembled product or DIY build?
Network

Know what the Internet path depends on.

  • Direct, relayed or hosted-service only?
  • Port forwarding, public IP or VPN?
  • What works during a service outage?
  • What remains useful offline?
Software

Check platform and lifecycle.

  • Windows, browser, mobile or embedded?
  • Current OS and radio compatibility?
  • Firmware and application updates?
  • Vendor, community or self-support?
Cost

Use today’s total price.

  • Hardware, software and licence fees?
  • One-time purchase or recurring charge?
  • VAT, shipping and import costs?
  • Stock, lead time and warranty region?
Why prices are linked, not frozen here

Prices, tax, shipping, kit options and availability change by country. Use each product link for the current offer and calculate the complete setup you need. For OpenShack hardware, check the current shop listing.

The short answer

Different gear wins at different jobs.

WinKey, Morserino and K3NG each have good reasons to be on an operator’s desk. OpenShack’s advantage is that the same Box and software can cover training, the local rig and the remote station.

Contest logging

WinKeyer is still the standard.

Almost every contest logger knows it, and years of contest use count for a lot. The OpenShack Box keeps WinKey compatibility and adds footswitch, audio, training and remote work.

Portable practice

Morserino works anywhere.

It is a very capable trainer without a computer. OpenShack offers more analysis, contests and live practice, but it is a larger desktop system.

One system

OpenShack covers all three jobs.

Use it for training and at the local rig, then take the same Box with you for remote CW or footswitch PTT on SSB.

Choose the part you need.

Build a complete remote station, add a better CW/PTT path to the remote setup you already have, train in the browser—or use one Box across training, the local rig and remote operation.