Comparison

Higher Aim with Dr. Curt Dodd vs Devote

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

Head to head
About

Higher Aim with Dr. Curt Dodd

Access biblical teachings and sermons from Dr. Curt Dodd to deepen your faith and understanding of the gospel. This non-profit app aims to share the message of Jesus Christ globally and encourage believers in their daily spiritual journey.

Highlights
  • Biblical teaching ministry
  • Gospel proclamation
  • Encouragement for believers
  • Sermons and teachings
  • Spiritual growth resources
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Dr. Curt Dodd, host for Higher Aim, has served churches in Texas, Colorado and Florida before becoming the Senior Pastor of Westside Church, Omaha in 2004. Committed to the local church, he has written And One to Grow On, Hearts on Fire: The Keys to Dynamic Church Growth, Running on Empty in the Fast Lane and most recently Armchair Devotional. He also is the Co-founder and President of Shepherds Group, a pastoral ministry team guiding churches and Christian non-profits in their capital campaign ventures. With a heart for the outdoors, he enjoys hunting, fishing and golf….but they all pale in comparison to his family. He and his wife, Ginger, have two married sons involved in ministry, a married daughter who is a professional photographer and an ever-growing quiver of grandchildren. Higher Aim is a 501(C)(3), non-profit registered in the US. Its offices are located in Omaha, Nebraska. Utilizing the Biblical teaching ministry of Dr. Curt Dodd, it seeks to globally proclaim the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ to bring those who are lost into a real life-transforming encounter with the Savior and encourage believers in their daily walk. Higher Aim is guided by the wisdom of a godly board of directors, meeting often to prayerfully navigate its global strategy. Mobile app version: 6.17.2

About

Devote

Features
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Devote is your daily companion for spiritual growth, prayer, and deeper connection with God. Whether you are just beginning your journey, growing in faith, or deeply rooted, Devote meets you where you are and guides you forward with clarity, structure, and peace. Bible, beautifully designed Read and explore scripture in a clean, distraction-free experience. Highlight verses, reflect, and stay immersed in the Word. Prayer that feels real Enter prayer mode with guided prayers, scripture-based prayers, and a peaceful environment designed to help you slow down and connect with God. Teachings that grow you daily Access structured spiritual teachings and study plans tailored to your journey. Learn, reflect, and build consistency in your faith. Personal journal Capture what God is revealing to you. Write reflections, gratitude entries, and prayers in a private and meaningful space. Faith-driven community Join prayer circles, engage with others, and grow together. You are not alone in your journey. Church connection Discover churches, join live services, and stay connected to worship wherever you are. Gentle reminders Stay consistent with smart, non-intrusive reminders for prayer, devotion, and study. Built for every stage of faith Devote adapts to your spiritual level, whether you are seeking, growing, or firmly rooted. Devote is not just an app. It is a place to grow, reflect, and walk daily with God. Start your journey today.

Screenshots

Higher Aim with Dr. Curt Dodd3 screens
Devote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Devote at every 4 days against Higher Aim with Dr. Curt Dodd's every 2 months. Higher Aim with Dr. Curt Dodd's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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

Higher Aim with Dr. Curt Dodd ships an update every 2 months, Devote every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Higher Aim with Dr. Curt Dodd versus Devote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHigher Aim with Dr. Curt DoddDevote
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (11 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings11 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB108 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHigher Aim, Inc.Brimarc Global Limited

In-app purchases

None

Higher Aim with Dr. Curt Dodd

No in-app purchases

None

Devote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Higher Aim with Dr. Curt Dodd free?
Higher Aim with Dr. Curt Dodd is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Devote free?
Devote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Higher Aim with Dr. Curt Dodd or Devote have ads?
Neither Higher Aim with Dr. Curt Dodd nor Devote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Higher Aim with Dr. Curt Dodd or Devote?
Higher Aim with Dr. Curt Dodd ships an update every 2 months, and Devote every 4 days. Most recently, Higher Aim with Dr. Curt Dodd was updated on November 2, 2026 and Devote on November 5, 2026.

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