# MalaWatch: Prayer Bead Counter — Mala, Japa & Mantra Tracker

> Tactile 3D mala counter with guided chanting and haptic feedback for spiritual practice. (iPhone/iPad app by Chin Jui Kuo.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/malawatch-prayer-bead-counter/id6771541960 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chin Jui Kuo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1042103853)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: English, Japanese, Chinese, Chinese
- Released: 2026-05-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-11
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/malawatch-prayer-bead-counter/id6771541960/reviews.md

## What is MalaWatch?

The mala counter that actually feels like practice.

MalaWatch gives you a tactile 3D bead wheel, Om Mani Padme Hum chant guidance, voice support, and haptic feedback on every bead - on iPhone and Apple Watch.

FEEL EVERY BEAD
A weighted 3D bead wheel moves as you count. Swipe down to advance one bead. Every bead returns a soft haptic click. Reaching your goal - 27, 54, or 108 - sends a completion pulse and starts the next round.

HEAR THE CHANT
The Om Mani Padme Hum guide lights up one syllable at a time as you count. In Follow mode, the app speaks each syllable aloud - Om, Ma, Ni, Pad, Me, Hum - so your eyes and breath can stay with your practice instead of the screen. In Silent mode, the syllable guide stays visual only.

TRACK YOUR ROUNDS
Your bead count and completed rounds are always visible. Progress saves automatically, so you can leave and return to your practice without losing your place.

COUNT FROM YOUR WRIST
The Apple Watch app lets you count privately from your wrist with tap or Digital Crown input, haptic feedback on each bead, and a completion haptic at the end of a round.

CHOOSE YOUR BEAD STYLE
Choose from seven included bead styles: Basic Wood, Rosewood, Walnut, Agarwood, Jade, Obsidian, and Graphite. Each style has its own color palette and 3D bead feel.

PRIVATE AND OFFLINE
No account. No login. No internet connection required. Your practice data stays on your device.

WORKS FOR ANY TRADITION
Buddhist japa, Catholic rosary, Hindu mantra, breathwork rounds, affirmations, or any counting practice - MalaWatch holds the count so your mind does not have to.

Terms of Use: https://imentos.github.io/MalaWatch/terms.html
Privacy Policy: https://imentos.github.io/MalaWatch/privacy-policy.html

## Key features

- Tactile 3D bead wheel
- Guided Om Mani Padme Hum chant
- Haptic feedback on each bead
- Progress tracking and automatic saving
- Apple Watch integration
- Seven bead style options
- Offline functionality

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Support MalaWatch | $0.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about MalaWatch

### What is MalaWatch?

MalaWatch is a prayer bead counter app designed to enhance spiritual and mindfulness practices. It features a tactile 3D bead wheel, guided chanting, and haptic feedback to make counting feel more like a traditional practice.

### Does MalaWatch work offline?

Yes, MalaWatch is designed to work privately and offline. No account or internet connection is required, and your practice data stays on your device.

### Can I use MalaWatch on my Apple Watch?

Yes, MalaWatch offers an Apple Watch app that allows you to count privately from your wrist using tap or Digital Crown input, complete with haptic feedback.

### What types of practices does MalaWatch support?

MalaWatch supports a wide range of counting practices, including Buddhist japa, Catholic rosary, Hindu mantra, breathwork rounds, and affirmations.

### How does the guided chanting feature work in MalaWatch?

The Om Mani Padme Hum guide lights up syllables as you count. In Follow mode, the app speaks each syllable aloud, allowing you to focus on your breath and practice.

### Does MalaWatch have ads?

No, MalaWatch does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free experience.

### What bead styles are available in MalaWatch?

MalaWatch includes seven bead styles: Basic Wood, Rosewood, Walnut, Agarwood, Jade, Obsidian, and Graphite, each with a unique color palette and 3D feel.

### How often is MalaWatch updated?

The latest version of MalaWatch is 1.4, which was last updated on June 25, 2026. Updates typically focus on improving the user experience and adding new features.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.4 — 2026-06-25

Added optional support for MalaWatch, plus improved localization and StoreKit testing support.

### 1.2 — 2026-05-29

Support Japanese

### 1.1 — 2026-05-27

MalaWatch Chinese version

### 1.0 — 2026-05-23

No release notes.

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