# Gotama: Chat with Buddha — Ancient Buddhist Wisdom

> AI chat companion offering ancient Buddhist wisdom and mindfulness reflections. (iPhone/iPad app by Gotama AI LLC.)

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- Developer: [Gotama AI LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1445794079)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 16 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 18.1 · 5 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2025-08-30
- Data updated: 2026-07-06
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gotama-chat-with-buddha/id6742450568/reviews.md

## What is Gotama?

Chat with the Buddha, grounded in the early teachings.

Talk to Gotama about what's weighing on you — a worry, a craving, a comparison you can't shake — and the conversation will meet you with verses and reflections from the original text. No prior knowledge required. Test the ideas against your own experience.

Here we encounter Buddhism in a stark, simple form. There are no lists. The Buddha is still called by his family name Gotama. In sharp, vivid words, he points to the peace that comes from seeing clearly and letting go.

The verses come from the Atthakavagga — among the Buddha's earliest preserved teachings, memorized by new monks and passed down for 2,500 years. These verses are the shared roots of all Buddhist traditions, and are often recommended to advanced students by teachers like Joseph Goldstein, Bhikkhu Analayo, and Gil Fronsdal.

Build a daily practice on these verses. Each morning brings a curated verse from the early canon: sit with intention, chat with Gotama, read early suttas, and cultivate mindfulness through the day.

Or read the ancient suttas directly: Kamasutta, Jarasutta, Attadandasutta, and the rest are available in the app, in serif, with one tap to bring any sutta into a conversation with Gotama.

The AI is rooted in the Pali source material with translations meant for plain reading, not formal study.

Who it's for:
- Anyone who is dissatisfied and is searching.
- Graduates of mindfulness apps looking for the substance behind the practice.
- Students of meditation curious about the earliest sources.

Gotama is free to use. A subscription helps cover LLM costs and keeps the free version available. If you are a teacher or cannot afford a subscription, please email us at hello@gotama.ai and we will provide a scholarship if possible.

Terms of Service: https://gotama.ai/terms
Privacy Policy: https://gotama.ai/privacy

## Key features

- AI-powered chat companion
- Based on Atthakavagga teachings
- Ancient Buddhist wisdom
- Mindfulness reflections
- Addresses worries and cravings
- No prior knowledge required

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic | $9.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gotama-chat-with-buddha/id6742450568/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Fascinating!

*2025-12-20*

A really fascinating way to engage with ancient Buddhist wisdom. It avoids being gimmicky or superficial and instead offers a simple, well-designed way to engage with Buddhist teachings through AI. I would highly recommend chatting through any current challenges or struggles you’re dealing with, and see if the app can help you find a new perspective or mindset to help you move forward in your real life.

### 5/5 — Incredible!

*2025-10-12*

This is an incredibly helpful app. As a Buddhist, I am finding the app extremely useful in my everyday life and practice. But this app would also be helpful to those who are not necessarily Buddhists, because of the timeless wisdom and personalized practical suggestions offered. It is like having a personalized spiritual guide and coach in your pocket. Highly recommend!

## Frequently asked questions about Gotama

### What is Gotama?

Gotama is a chat companion that provides insights and reflections based on the Atthakavagga, a collection of ancient Buddhist teachings. It aims to help users find peace through clear seeing and letting go.

### Who is Gotama for?

Gotama is designed for anyone feeling dissatisfied and searching for meaning, graduates of mindfulness apps seeking deeper substance, and meditation students interested in earliest Buddhist sources.

### Does Gotama have ads?

Yes, Gotama contains advertisements. The app is free to use, and advertisements help support its continued development and availability.

### What is the subscription for Gotama?

Gotama offers a Basic subscription for $9.99 per month. This subscription helps cover the costs associated with the AI's large language model and ensures the free version remains accessible.

### Can I get a scholarship for Gotama?

Yes, if you are a teacher or cannot afford a subscription, you can email hello@gotama.ai. Scholarships are provided to eligible individuals to ensure access to the app's teachings.

### What devices does Gotama support?

Gotama is currently supported on iPhone devices. Information regarding support for other platforms may be available from the developer.

### How often is Gotama updated?

The latest version of Gotama is 1.0.3, and it was last updated on April 26, 2026. This indicates regular maintenance and potential feature additions.

### What is the age rating for Gotama?

Gotama has an age rating of 12+. This suggests the content is considered appropriate for users aged 12 and older.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.2 — 2026-07-03

Minor maintenance update.

### 1.1.1 — 2026-05-04

Bug fixes and stability improvements.

### 1.0.3 — 2026-04-26

The eight monologues of the Atthakavagga are now readable in the app — primary text in serif, with "Ask Gotama about this" to bring any sutta into a conversation.

Suggested prompts on every empty conversation. Faster start: sign-in goes straight to chat.

### 1.0.2 — 2025-12-14

- increase free message limits for everyone to 100 per month (thanks to our early access subscribers!) 
- model upgrade!
- subscribe in settings if you want to support the app

### 1.0.1 — 2025-11-26

- early access feedback on prompt and translations
- minor bug fixes including auth session length

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