Comparison

Dulook DXB vs Abu Dhabi MAAN

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

Head to head
About

Dulook DXB

This app provides highly accurate, Sharia-compliant prayer times globally, utilizing astronomical data from a government institution. It offers advanced features like augmented reality Qibla direction, custom calculation criteria, and accessibility options for users of determination. The app ensures no intrusive advertisements and accounts for geographical factors like altitude.

Highlights
  • Sharia-compliant prayer time calculation
  • Augmented reality Qibla finder
  • Support for people of determination
  • Customizable prayer time calculation criteria
  • Altitude consideration for accuracy
  • Alternative prayer time calculation
Features
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The first international app using astronomical Sharia-compliant criteria issued by a government institution (Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai, under the supervision of the International Astronomical Center). The first app friendly to people of determination in this field. Most accurate in calculating prayer times (for Muslims in all parts of the world). More than 50 thousand known cities and 190 countries. Qibla by smart methods and augmented reality (360) degrees. Contains widgets in various shapes and sizes. The only app that allows users to calculate alternative prayer times when the Sharia signs disappear. No annoying ads. Takes into account the altitude when calculating prayer times. Matches the official timings of many countries. Flexibility in choosing the criteria for calculating prayer times (for specialists). Determines users’ location through many options automatically, or through choosing one’s location from the world map, or choosing from a list of cities for each country.

About

Abu Dhabi MAAN

Features
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MA’AN Platform, Abu Dhabi’s official government channel that aims to promote a culture of social responsibility by encouraging individuals, government agencies, the private sector, and third sector organizations to cooperate to tackle social priorities that matter to the Abu Dhabi community. The platform provides a unique experience for users by offering many opportunities for social contribution in various programs and initiatives to address social challenges within Abu Dhabi, thus contributing to a collaborative community. Features: • Browsing the social programs and initiatives available in Abu Dhabi. • Contribute via credit card, bank transfer, or SMS messages. • Profile & Settings Features: • Profile Privacy • My Interests • Notification preference • Browse Public Profile (Organizer and Sponsor) • Adding Support Campaign Features (Like, Comment, Share, Total number of supporters) • Profile Statistics • Contributions Amounts • Orders History • Browse contributors’ profile (Individuals and Corporates) • Push Notifications • Registration, profile management, and access contribution history. • Delete Account • Sign in with Apple ID • Sign in with UAE PASS • Sign in with Google • Sign in with Facebook • open direct contribution as authenticated when user is logged in

Screenshots

Dulook DXB4 screens
Abu Dhabi MAAN4 screens

Verdict

The call

Dulook DXB and Abu Dhabi MAAN are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dulook DXB ships an update every 3 weeks, Abu Dhabi MAAN monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Dulook DXB versus Abu Dhabi MAAN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDulook DXBAbu Dhabi MAAN
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size161 MB70 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIslamic Affairs & Charitable Activities Department – Dubai GovernmentThe Authority of Social Contribution - Ma'an

Bugs and requests

Dulook DXB

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App not compatible with latest iOS versions
  • Prayer time notifications not working
  • Remaining time not updating correctly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add Apple Watch support
  • Provide option to choose Adhan sound
  • Include full Adhan audio
  • Add widget for quick prayer time access
  • Improve Qibla compass accuracy

Abu Dhabi MAAN

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Dulook DXB

No in-app purchases

None

Abu Dhabi MAAN

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dulook DXB free?
Dulook DXB is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Abu Dhabi MAAN free?
Abu Dhabi MAAN is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Dulook DXB or Abu Dhabi MAAN have ads?
Neither Dulook DXB nor Abu Dhabi MAAN shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dulook DXB or Abu Dhabi MAAN?
Dulook DXB ships an update every 3 weeks, and Abu Dhabi MAAN monthly. Most recently, Dulook DXB was updated on November 6, 2026 and Abu Dhabi MAAN on November 3, 2026.

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