Comparison

Dostoyevsky vs Meditations by Marcus Aurelius

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Dostoyevsky

Explore the psychological depth of Fyodor Dostoyevsky's literary works. Access over 15 of his famous novels and short stories in multiple languages, alongside his insightful quotes. Delve into the minds of complex characters and profound philosophical themes.

Highlights
  • 25 Dostoyevsky literary works
  • Multiple title languages
  • Famous Dostoyevsky quotes
  • Psychological exploration
  • Offline access to books
Features
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Let's explore human psychology ! 25 Dostoyevsky's literary works: • Crime and Punishment • The Brothers Karamazov • Notes From Underground • The Idiot • White Nights • The Gambler • The House of The Dead • Demons • Poor Folk • Uncle's Dream • The Eternal Husband • The Dream of A Ridiculous Man • The Crocodile • Another Man's Wife • 11 Short Stories Title languages: English Chinese Japanese Korean Indonesian Danish Dutch French German Norwegian Portuguese Russian Spanish Swedish Turkish Plus Dostoyevsky's famous quotes : "Sarcasm: the last refuge of modest and chaste-souled people when the privacy of their soul is coarsely and intrusively invaded." "It seems, in fact, as though the second half of a man's life is made up of nothing, but the habits he has accumulated during the first half." "Happiness does not lie in happiness, but in the achievement of it." "The cleverest of all, in my opinion, is the man who calls himself a fool at least once a month." "Power is given only to those who dare to lower themselves and pick it up. Only one thing matters, one thing; to be able to dare!" "Man is fond of counting his troubles, but he does not count his joys. If he counted them up as he ought to, he would see that every lot has enough happiness provided for it." "If you were to destroy the belief in immortality in mankind, not only love but every living force on which the continuation of all life in the world depended, would dry up at once."

About

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius

Explore timeless Stoic wisdom with this app, featuring an elegant carousel interface and customizable reading options. Save your favorite passages for easy revisiting and navigate through profound teachings with simple swipes.

Highlights
  • Elegant carousel interface for chapters
  • Customizable fonts and font sizes
  • Favorite and revisit passages
  • User-friendly swipe navigation
  • Highlighted favorites in content list
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Embark on a Journey of Stoic Wisdom: Marcus Aurelius Meditations brings the timeless philosophy of the Roman Emperor directly to your fingertips. Designed for modern readers, this app offers an intuitive and enriching way to explore one of history’s most influential works. CORE FEATURES: -Elegant Carousel Interface: Each of the sections in the 12 chapters of "Meditations" unfolds in a beautifully designed carousel interface. This unique feature allows you to leisurely absorb the wisdom in each numbered section, making the profound teachings of Marcus Aurelius more accessible and engaging. -Customizable Reading Experience: Tailor your reading experience with six different font types and adjustable font sizes. Whether you're reading at home or on the go, this app ensures a comfortable and personalized reading journey. -Favorite and Revisit: Click the heart symbol to favorite any section. Your chosen passages are then conveniently listed on your favorites page, making it easy to return to the sections that resonate with you the most. -User-Friendly Navigation: Glide through the teachings of Marcus Aurelius with simple left or right swipes. The app’s content section provides a seamless way to navigate directly to any chapter or section, enhancing your exploration of Stoic philosophy. -Golden Touches for Favorites: Your favorited sections are not only stored for quick access but are also highlighted in golden font in the contents list, adding a visually pleasing and practical element to your reading journey. Meditations by Marcus Aurelius is a gateway to ancient knowledge and personal growth through Stoicism. Immerse yourself in the meditative words of one of history's greatest philosophers and find inspiration in his reflections on life, virtue, and resilience. Let this app be your guide to understanding and integrating timeless wisdom into your daily life.

Screenshots

Dostoyevsky4 screens
Meditations by Marcus Aurelius4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Dostoyevsky at $1.99 against Meditations by Marcus Aurelius's $7.99. Dostoyevsky also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.4). On ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Dostoyevsky costs $1.99 and Meditations by Marcus Aurelius $7.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Dostoyevsky versus Meditations by Marcus Aurelius: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDostoyevskyMeditations by Marcus Aurelius
Price$1.99 — better$7.99
Rating—2.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 19 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better13.4
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer俊 姜Amund Ring

Customer experience

Dostoyevsky

Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral66.7%
Negative33.3%

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Dostoyevsky

No in-app purchases

None

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dostoyevsky free?
Dostoyevsky costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Meditations by Marcus Aurelius free?
Meditations by Marcus Aurelius costs $7.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Dostoyevsky or Meditations by Marcus Aurelius have ads?
Neither Dostoyevsky nor Meditations by Marcus Aurelius shows ads.

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