# The Better Part — user reviews

> 10 indexed App Store user reviews of The Better Part by Sophia Institute, rated 4.67/5 from 24 ratings.

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-better-part/id969572758/reviews
- App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-better-part/id969572758.md
- Rating breakdown: 5★ 21 · 4★ 0 · 3★ 1 · 2★ 2 · 1★ 0

## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated)

### 2/5 — Font size too small on iPad, can’t change

*2021-03-08, version 3.1.2*

Can’t use the iPad version of this app anymore as the font size is too small on the iPad, even though I set the size to max. Font size settings work on the iPhone version but I prefer to read on the iPad. Hope the developers fix the bug.

**Developer response:** Thank you for the feedback! The font size issue on the iPad was corrected in the latest update.

### 2/5 — Great content - poor mechanics

*2020-12-25, version 3.1.1*

The most recent update provides for a very small font and it cannot be changed (even though the settings indicate it can). Font variability is broken.  At my age, the small font size is uncomfortably unreadable and makes the app useless.  I love the content and have used this resource in my daily meditations for a number of years, but it seems i have to find a new resource.

**Developer response:** Thank you for the feedback! The font size issue on the iPad was corrected in the latest update.

### 3/5 — Love it but font size too small

*2020-04-03, version 3.1*

When I first downloaded this app a few years ago, I was able to change the font size as well as select specific areas of text or select all, then copy and paste or share to various forms of media (email, text message, Facebook, etc). For some unknown reason, the text selection feature didn’t work. I deleted the app and redownloaded it. Now, neither feature works, unfortunately. It’s still great to have access to Fr. Bartunek’s tremendous insights and commentary on the daily gospel readings!

### 4/5 — Great content fix bugs

*2016-10-09, version 1.1*

Great content just wish the font would expand like most iOS apps and that you could turn it landscape. Also has sloppy bug that says Gospel of Matthew always even when text is from another Gospel. Would also be good to be able to highlight.

### 5/5 — I love this app

*2023-05-05, version 3.1.3*

Such a great resource on my phone. It makes a great gift app to send to someone to get them hooked on the Lord’s love for them. Thank you Sophia press for this application.

### 5/5 — Start a serious relationship with Jesus

*2021-02-06, version 3.1.1*

The website, Spiritualdirection.com brought this book to my attention in 2013. The app is a great portable version of it full of that wisdom which helped me see God’s action in my life so that I could really get to know & love Him.  Highly recommended! We

### 5/5 — My daily start up

*2019-11-05, version 3.1*

This app offers excellent messages that speaks directly to the reader, in a very personal way. I feel like Jesus is conversing with me, to give help in understanding his word and guidance on how to act on it. Its great for people who may have been away from the faith as well as those who are searching to grow even closer to Christ.
Thank you Father Bartunek, for putting this together.

### 5/5 — The Better Part

*2017-12-12, version 3.1*

What a great app!! It has helped me immensely in my journey closer to Christ. I recommend it to all my family and friends.

### 5/5 — Great app!!

*2016-01-16, version 1.0*

This app is very helpful to assist one in their prayer life.  I also have the book, however, it is extremely handy to have Fr Bartunek's wonderful book in app form at the touch of your finger.   I highly recommend!

### 5/5 — The Better Part

*2015-03-24, version 1.0*

This is a good guide to the daily readings. I couldn't go to daily Mass without first reading the Meditation for that day. As I was getting the hang of it and beginning to be a routine, the app won't open. I don't know what went wrong. I tried deleting it and re-installing it but it doesn't work anymore. I felt like I loss something valuable. I miss it. Pls help me get this app back.

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