Comparison

Gathered vs PrayerMap

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

Head to head
About

Gathered

This app encourages intentional prayer by connecting users to exchange prayer requests. It allows one request per day, pairing you with another user and providing their request in return. Designed for simplicity, it aims to reduce scrolling and increase focused prayer time.

Highlights
  • Daily prayer request exchange
  • Connect with other users
  • Focus on intentional prayer
  • Simple, user-friendly interface
  • One request sent per 24 hours
Features
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Gathered is an app that is looking to put intention back into prayer. In today's busy society, we continually scroll through prayer requests, but how often do we fulfill those requests. Gathered let's you send out a prayer request once every 24 hours. That request is given to another user and you will receive their request. Gathered was made with simplicity in mind, so that you can spend less time scrolling, and more time actually praying and intentionally bringing God your petitions.

About

PrayerMap

Features
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PrayerMap brings people together through prayer, using a beautiful location-based map that connects hearts across neighborhoods and around the world. SHARE YOUR PRAYERS Post prayer requests using text, voice recordings, or video. Choose to share with your name or anonymously - your choice, your comfort level. Watch as your prayer appears on the map, visible to others who want to support you. DISCOVER & SUPPORT OTHERS Explore prayers from people in your community and beyond. See the beautiful "prayer lines" that form as people connect across the globe. Show a neighbor you're praying with them, or send a personal message of gratitude and encouragement. MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS • Receive notifications when someone responds to your prayer • Send and receive private messages with those who support you • Save prayers you want to continue lifting up • Mark prayers as answered to celebrate and share hope BEAUTIFUL EXPERIENCE • Interactive 3D globe showing prayers worldwide • Elegant dark and light themes • Smooth animations and thoughtful design • Audio and video prayer options for deeper expression SAFE & RESPECTFUL COMMUNITY We take safety seriously. All content is automatically screened before posting, and our moderation team reviews reports promptly. Users can easily report concerns, and we provide crisis resources for those who may be struggling. BUILT DIFFERENT PrayerMap is a 100% non-profit ministry. We will never sell your data, show you ads, or monetize your prayers in any way. We exist for one purpose: to connect people through prayer. Whether you're seeking support during a difficult time, want to pray for others, or simply desire to be part of a faith-filled community, PrayerMap welcomes you. Download now and place your prayer on the map. Now with Apple Watch companion app — pray from your wrist with haptic-guided prayer sessions, and complications for your watch face.

Screenshots

Gathered3 screens
PrayerMap4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PrayerMap at every 2 weeks against Gathered's every 47 months. Gathered's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Gathered ships an update every 47 months, PrayerMap every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Gathered versus PrayerMap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGatheredPrayerMap
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (8 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 47 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS10.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB163 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperJoseph KokengeJeffrey Johnson

In-app purchases

None

Gathered

No in-app purchases

None

PrayerMap

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Gathered free?
Gathered is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PrayerMap free?
PrayerMap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Gathered or PrayerMap have ads?
Neither Gathered nor PrayerMap shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Gathered or PrayerMap?
Gathered ships an update every 47 months, and PrayerMap every 2 weeks. Most recently, Gathered was updated on October 24, 2026 and PrayerMap on October 30, 2026.

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