# iMass

> Traditional Catholic Latin Mass access, locator, and missal. (iPhone/iPad app by James Fryar.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imass/id381131668 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [James Fryar](https://appshunter.io/developer/381131671)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.27/5 from 81 App Store ratings · 134 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 125 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2010-08-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-13
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imass/id381131668/reviews.md

## What is iMass?

iMass removes boundaries for the spread of the Traditional Catholic Mass. It brings the Latin Mass to the ends of the earth.

iMass provides access to the Mass - anywhere, anytime. 

Are you unable to attend Mass, either because of health, distance or unavailability of a Latin Mass? iMass streams the Mass live from different locations around the world, or you can view the Mass of the day or the Mass of last Sunday on demand, anywhere, anytime. 

The broadcast Masses are celebrated in the Extraordinary Form by the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter. 

Are you traveling and would like to find your closest Latin Mass? The iMass Map is continuously updated by users of the app and will eventually show every Latin Mass location approved by the Catholic Church. Complete with Mass times and driving directions. 

Suppose you don’t want to carry around your missal or you have forgotten it - no problem, with iMass you can follow the Mass with our easy to follow missal. The app also includes the Breviary (Divine Office) and the Rituale - the book of official blessings for priests of 1962. 

Just to be clear: you cannot fulfill you Sunday obligation by viewing the Mass on iMass. However, in a similar way to other televised Masses, it is a way to unite yourself to the Mass when you are unable to attend. When sickness or another valid reason excuses you of your obligation to attend the Mass, this is the best way you can unite yourself to the Mass that you are unable to attend. 

iMass. Mass, Anywhere, Anytime.

## Key features

- Live streaming of Latin Mass
- On-demand Mass viewing
- Latin Mass location finder
- Integrated missal
- Breviary (Divine Office)
- Rituale (1962 blessings)

## What do users think of iMass?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- ✨ Comprehensive missal and breviary resources
- 📱 Convenient access to Traditional Latin Mass anytime
- 🎥 Live streaming of daily masses
- 📖 Bilingual Latin and English text
- 🎯 Well-organized mass structure with rubrics
- ✅ Excellent learning tool for TLM newcomers
- 🙏 Spiritual value for those unable to attend in person
- 📚 Includes Little Office of the Blessed Virgin Mary
- 🎬 Quality mass recordings with good pacing

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezing
- 📵 Requires constant internet connection
- 🔤 Font size too small on some devices
- ⚙️ Poor compatibility with older devices
- 🎬 Low quality audio with buzzing and background noise
- 🔄 Language switching doesn't maintain page position
- ❌ Missing text on bottom of English translation pages
- 🚫 Broken internal links to mass sections
- 📍 Outdated location information on map
- 🌍 Geographic restrictions (unavailable in some regions)

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Missing 'Ecce Agnus Dei' and 'Domine non sum dignus' prayers
- Psalm verse numbering incorrect
- App crashes after July 23 update on Android tablets
- Video pausing causes restart when clicking other links
- Language switching resets to beginning of mass
- Rubrics setting doesn't persist between sessions
- Font size settings not functional on iPhone Pro models
- Internal links to confession prayers and spiritual communion non-functional
- Missing Sunday evening readings for Saturday masses
- App won't open or load properly for some users
- Text size options ineffective despite settings changes
- Missal removed in November update rendering app unusable
- Frame expansion required daily
- No back link to home screen

**Most requested features**

- Offline download capability for missals and propers
- Filter option for mass propers only
- Skip to different breviary sections
- Display feast name and ranking for each day
- Store ordinary of the mass in app without downloading
- Portrait mode orientation support
- Landscape mode in both directions
- Add sit, stand, kneel notations
- Include second Confiteor
- Archive of past masses for viewing
- Better audio quality and microphone setup
- Improved video zoom to see full altar
- Daily YouTube channel updates
- iPad optimization and support
- Rename app to reflect breviary inclusion
- Explanatory notes on missal version differences
- Include requiem masses and other occasions
- Baptism and exorcism rite texts
- Save rubrics preference settings
- Better text sizing options that actually work

## Recent user reviews (10 of 134)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imass/id381131668/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Where did the propers only go?

*2026-07-05, version 7.0.3*

That is the primary reason I purchased this app. Why remove that option??

### 1/5 — New Version

*2026-07-05, version 7.0.3*

The new version is horrible, unable to follow the missal, it’s not user friendly.  What’s bothersome is there no options between the different versions.  So we no longer use the app.

### 1/5 — Still No Monastic Breviary

*2026-05-02, version 7.0.1*

Latest update removed support for several version of the Office including the monastic breviary. The android app was updated to support the monastic breviary (I use it on my ereader). The android app is just all around better, not sure why they haven’t updated the iOS version to match the features in the android app.

### 3/5 — Difficulty with new update

*2026-04-04, version 7.0.1*

I have had this App for many years and have enjoyed having it so I don’t have to take my 1962 missal to Mass , but with the latest update (version 7) so much was lost - one can no longer read both Latin and English on the same screen , and the Breviary seems to have completely lost the English version, so one goes through all the psalms and prayers and then later on find the English versions to at least understand very well the prayers. 
I hope this will be fixed soon so  I can go back to using the App daily for Mass and Office.

### 3/5 — New UX design & notifications

*2026-03-30, version 7.0.1*

The design is completely new. It’s going to take time to adjust. But a couple things to mention. 
1. Scrolling in Brevarium can be done by going up or down. In Missale it’s only left to right. Can scrolling be up and down too?
2. With this update it seems as though in app notifications are possible however once it’s gone from the Home Screen, where do you go to read them? I have a badge with 1 notification but can’t clear it. 
3. Contact - from the home page and tapping iMass at the bottom and then Contact opens an email to info@l***mass.net. The email is invalid and gets returned. 

I know this update took a lot of time and effort I am very thankful for your hard work and dedication and for keeping it free. 

God bless!

### 4/5 — O.P. Missing

*2026-03-29, version 7.0.1*

I use this app three times a day on average. Our Dominican Tertiary chapter prays the 1962 OP Divinum Officium. Sadly, it’s gone from the update. I hope that it will be returned.

### 5/5 — Thanks Be To God For This App!

*2026-03-28, version 7.0.1*

Thank you so much to the makers of the iMass app! It allows me to have the time to say the Divine Office every day by making it easy to have with me and saving me from having to set my books every day! Thank you for the change that saves where you are in the Office when you take a break. May God reward you abundantly!

### 2/5 — Déception

*2026-03-28, version 7.0.1*

Dommage qu’il n’y ait plus les rubriques du Barroux !!!!!

### 4/5 — 2 flaws on the update

*2026-03-26, version 7.0.1*

1. Missing lines on the bottom of each page of the English translation 
2. When switching between languages, it doesn’t keep you on the same page or place in the mass always. It takes you back to the beginning. 

If these are fixed, then this updated version would be great. I appreciate the input in red of what is happening at the alter. It is great for those new and old to the latin mass.

### 1/5 — Too bad, now my phone is too old to support iMass!

*2026-03-23, version 6.3.0*

Dear iMass, I have an iPhone 8. But now iMass doesn’t work on my phone. Could you post a simpler version that will still work for those of us with older phones? Thank you!

## Frequently asked questions about iMass

### What is iMass?

iMass is an application that provides access to the Traditional Catholic Latin Mass. It allows users to stream Masses live from various locations globally, or to view the Mass of the day or the previous Sunday on demand. The app also includes a missal, the Divine Office, and the Rituale.

### Can I fulfill my Sunday obligation by using iMass?

No, you cannot fulfill your Sunday obligation by viewing the Mass on iMass. However, it serves as a way to unite yourself to the Mass when you are unable to attend due to sickness or other valid reasons.

### How do I find a Latin Mass near me?

The iMass app features an updated map that shows Latin Mass locations approved by the Catholic Church. You can find Mass times and get driving directions to these locations through the app.

### What additional religious texts are included in iMass?

In addition to the missal, iMass includes the Breviary, also known as the Divine Office, which contains prayers for different times of the day. It also features the Rituale from 1962, which contains official blessings for priests.

### Is iMass available on different devices?

The provided description does not specify compatibility with different operating systems or devices. However, it is presented as a mobile application.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.0.3 — 2026-07-04

Minor improvements.

### 7.0.1 — 2026-03-23

•	Improved layout on smaller screens.
	•	Reduced memory usage and improved performance.
	•	Fixed an issue where translations in the Missal and Breviary were not displaying correctly.
	•	Simplified opening the Breviary: it now opens directly to Matins if content has already been downloaded. The app also remembers your place throughout the day, and resets to Matins on the following day.
	•	By popular request, the classic two-column view of the Missal and Breviary from the website has been restored.

### 7 — 2026-03-19

Version 7 — What’s New

Although the appearance may look familiar, Version 7 is a major update behind the scenes.

• New Missal and Breviary system
iMass now uses its own servers instead of relying on external sources. This allows faster access, new formatting, adjustable fonts and text size, and the ability to download a full month or year at a time.

• Improved iMass Map
The map now runs on a new backend system. Users can suggest additions, edits, or removals of Latin Mass locations. All submissions are reviewed before appearing in the app to ensure reliability.

• Push notifications
We can now send notifications for important announcements, special liturgies, and rare broadcast events.

• Modernized app infrastructure
Large portions of the app have been completely rebuilt to modern standards, improving stability and performance.

• Seven languages added
iMass is now available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Polish.

Thank you to everyone who has supported iMass over the years!

### 6.3.1 — 2025-02-04

Few minor updates.

### 6.3.0 — 2023-10-31

- Added Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church from Springdale AR. Welcome!

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