# Dawn - Bahá'í Writings — user reviews > 44 indexed App Store user reviews of Dawn by Dayyan Sisson, rated 4.78/5 from 86 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dawn-bahai-writings/id1498384174/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dawn-bahai-writings/id1498384174.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 78 · 4★ 2 · 3★ 3 · 2★ 1 · 1★ 2 ## Newest reviews (11 of 44) ### 5/5 — The best “daily readings” generator hands down!! *2023-05-29, version 1.2.1* Most apps that pull quotes from the Baha’i writings for daily reading seem random, to the point that many will give a few sentences to read but not a complete thought or idea. The developers at Dawn have found a way to no only supply us with a complete thought or concept each morning but also have those thoughts and concepts relate to the Baha’i month we are in 🤯 The list of other features is short and effective it’s a bit of a one stop shop for obligatory devotions Bahai’s are to give. I have one question: the Qibla finder seems to simply point to the east, withers be an update where it finds the shortest distance to the Qibla wherever you are in the world and points in that direction? Thank you for this gift. ### 5/5 — A remarkable app and a symbol of what faith apps should be like! *2022-12-08* I come across this app after looking to learn more about the Baha’i faith and look to explore my spiritual side and it’s just beautiful It’s got everything you need from a compass for the Qiblih and the obligatory prayers in full with instructions, before you get to all that you will also be asked what your name is and what greeting you prefer before entering the app It’s just one of the nicest apps I’ve ever used and it’s truly a joy to use and as someone with ADHD I struggle to focus on things that don’t grab my attention and this all really has made me able to focus on my studies and become closer to the side I want to find spiritually! I hope others find this app and it gives them the same joy it’s given me. ### 5/5 — Different writings for morning and evening *2022-12-04, version 1.2.1* I really love this app and I’m a huge fan of its design and thoughtful execution down to the little details. I was wondering if you plan to update the app so that it shows two different writings each day — one for the morning reading and one for the evening. ### 5/5 — Wonderful app *2022-02-04, version 1.2.1* Awesome app! Love dark mode! Request different backgrounds and watch app please. ### 5/5 — I love this app! *2021-12-30, version 1.2.0* I am so thankful for this useful app. I use it daily. ### 5/5 — Seems to be a glitch *2021-01-01, version 1.0.9* It’s an amazing app but I found a glitch when I open Dawn and nothing pops up. It’s just the screen but no writings or obligatory prayers. Can you guys please fix it? ### 5/5 — Reminder option *2020-12-30, version 1.0.9* I really love this app. It would be nice to have a feature in which I can set and turn on/off a reminder that I have, for instance, one hour before sunset, 30 minutes before sunset, as so on. ### 5/5 — I love it *2020-12-21, version 1.0.9* I love the modern youthful style of the app. I love the idea of the greetings when you open the app. It has the Baha’i days and months. It’s organized in a beautiful way. I also like the fact that when you are on a specific quotation it can take you to the official reference library when you press on the link button at the bottom of the page. I just love it so much. My sister shared it with me and I shared it with my husband. I will share it with more friends. ### 5/5 — Perfectly functional, refreshingly beautiful *2020-12-18, version 1.0.9* This app is stunning! I’ve always been surprised at the lack of comprehensive functionality to other Bahá’í apps, needing a whole folder on my phone to keep them all together- this app beautifully packages them into one service. The UI, aesthetics and thoughtfulness put into this app are a testament to the vision and dedication of its creators. Than you for creating a small, portable bit of peace where I can turn my heart to the Abha Kingdom. ❣️ ### 5/5 — One of a kind! *2020-06-11, version 1.0.6* This is such a beautiful and lovely app! Not only does it encourage me to immerse myself in the Writings by the appearance of the app, reminders and obligatory prayer- the personal customisation touch is genius! Thank you for this app it’s amazing! ### 5/5 — Great design *2020-05-30, version 1.0.6* Great design and app. It would be great if the font size can be chosen/changed. ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — It doesn’t work *2025-03-19, version 1.2.1* I swipe right, and nothing happens. Is there a trick to get it to work? I’m on the latest iOS. ### 3/5 — Spelling errors *2025-01-30, version 1.2.1* The 1/28 & 1:29 devotions had misspelled words or extra letter in the shortened readings. Wanted to bring this to your attention. The 1/28 reading towards the end didn’t make a complete sentence at the end. Someone needs to look at these before putting on the app. Thank you for developing this app and I look forward to using it daily. ### 3/5 — Qibli locator does not work *2024-07-13, version 1.2.1* I live in the southern hemisphere (Australia). The Qibli locator points in the completely wrong direction - I suspect is caused by me living in the southern hemisphere. Besides this one bug, it’s a great app. ### 3/5 — Compass Needs to be Corrected *2024-03-08, version 1.2.1* Beautiful design and I love this app, however, the compass points to the wrong direction in many instances. It only points north east which works in limited areas ### 3/5 — Love the app *2023-07-21, version 1.2.1* I love all the different small details that just give it a good vibe. A great way for a reminder for my prayers every day. I love the custom features like the custom greeting and the daily writings are great because if I don’t have a book to read them it helps me a lot. The 95 allah’u’abhà counters are also really useful. ### 3/5 — Beautiful with a few errors *2022-08-28, version 1.2.1* Beautiful design, very usable, love the quotations & options given! Couple of problems… Alláh’u’Abhá is the correct spelling & diacriticals, & that’s an important word to get right. Also I’m in Alaska, & the compass function points me in the wrong direction. Also just a time function for the reminders would also be helpful since when you live in higher or lower latitudes we don’t use sunrise/sunset since the times vary so wildly. Otherwise, great app!!! Thank you for this beautiful tool. :) ### 4/5 — Excellent. Qiblih direction update forthcoming *2026-05-25, version 1.2.1* Excellent. It’s great how the app offers context of the excerpts, including precise links to official source! Edit: The developers updated the Qiblih direction calculation to use the more accurate Great Circle method. Edit 2: The math appears right for determining the angle between the red pointer and the direction towards the Qiblih. However, the way the pointer moves as we turn is a bit confusing. Suggestion: Keep the arrow stationary, pointing up on the screen (could also be not shown), and allow the the compass to rotate with the same angle calculations used now. Edit 3: ^ That’s been long resolved. It appears that the app may have reached end of life as the dates and quotations no longer update. It’s still excellent, just need to go to he library to see prior quotations instead of a new one being presented each day. Edit 4: The dates and quotations are updating again. ### 4/5 — Excellent. Qiblih direction update forthcoming *2024-12-15, version 1.2.1* Excellent. It’s great how the app offers context of the excerpts, including precise links to official source! Edit: The developers updated the Qiblih direction calculation to use the more accurate Great Circle method. Edit 2: The math appears right for determining the angle between the red pointer and the direction towards the Qiblih. However, the way the pointer moves as we turn is a bit confusing. Suggestion: Keep the arrow stationary, pointing up on the screen (could also be not shown), and allow the the compass to rotate with the same angle calculations used now. Edit 3: ^ That’s been long resolved. It appears that the app may have reached end of life as the dates and quotations no longer update. It’s still excellent, just need to go tot he library to see prior quotations instead of a new one being presented each day. ### 4/5 — Excellent. Qiblih direction update forthcoming *2020-09-13, version 1.0.7* Excellent. It’s great how the app offers context of the excerpts, including precise links to official source! Edit: The developers updated the Qiblih direction calculation to use the more accurate Great Circle method. Edit 2: The math appears right for determining the angle between the red pointer and the direction towards the Qiblih. However, the way the pointer moves as we turn is a bit confusing. Suggestion: Keep the arrow stationary, pointing up on the screen (could also be not shown), and allow the the compass to rotate with the same angle calculations used now. **Developer response:** Thanks for the comment! We’ll actually be making an update to the Qiblih compass to use the Great Circle method amongst other things, so keep an eye out for that in the next few days! ### 4/5 — Qiblih *2020-05-13, version 1.0.6* Hey love the interface and counting of 95!😁 But not sure if the Qiblih is working on my phone. It’s pointing the opposite to al July other apps. 🤔😁 ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — A most Beautiful App *2026-05-21, version 1.2.1* I have been using this app for a couple of years now, and I just wanted to thank the creator of this beautiful app! I use it as part of my daily routine, and it is just so beautiful and welcoming every time I open it. Tonight as I opened it up and was greeted by the beautiful mountains and clouds, I just really wanted to reach out to its creator to say thank you.!! ### 5/5 — Gratitude *2025-10-29, version 1.2.1* I love this beautiful app ### 5/5 — love it *2025-06-28, version 1.2.1* great app for my prayers !!!! ### 5/5 — Wow *2025-06-05, version 1.2.1* A million thank you’s to the makers of this wondrous. Opening this app has become part of my daily routine, taking the time to reflect daily on profound spiritual principles and concepts introduced by the app. Ps: if your looking for quotes that will motivate and just wow you, Heres the perfect place to look:) ### 5/5 — Great app for daily meditations *2025-02-13, version 1.2.1* Really enjoying the app! I would just suggest that there are two Writings per day. Every 12 hours it could update. That way we have a different Writing to read in the morning and evening. Thank you!!! ### 5/5 — Beautiful app *2024-04-23, version 1.2.1* I just love this app. Beautifully presented, easy to use. Hope to see additional prayers in the future. Well done to the developers. 🙏 ### 5/5 — Simple, beautiful and thoughtful *2024-03-24, version 1.2.1* Love the simplicity, the greeting, the qiblih indicator and the 95 counter. The link of the rotating text to the source is great. Thank you! ### 5/5 — Amazing *2024-02-08, version 1.2.1* So wonderful for saying my obligatory prayer. Practically, it’s so helpful to know where to face, but then aesthetically I feel like the elegance of this app also puts me in a prayerful mood, which is super difficult when using a phone so I’m really impressed. ### 5/5 — Great app! (One suggestion) *2024-01-13, version 1.2.1* First off, love the app, very cool aesthetic and user-friendly UX/UI. One feature suggestion: it would be nice to offer a comment or note function available for each of the daily writings to allow users to jot down their thoughts and reflections. Then, there would be a library or record of sorts to look back on said reflections. ### 5/5 — Wow! *2023-08-28, version 1.2.1* This is the most perfect app for Bahai's! And as a JY this keeps me reading the most interesting quotes inside an app with beautiful graphics all the time! I totally recommend --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-07-08.*