Comparison

Compassion UK vs Guided by Grace

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

Head to head
About

Compassion UK

Stay connected with children in poverty through inspiring stories, films, and prayer requests. Easily communicate with your sponsored child by sending messages and gifts, and receive important reminders.

Highlights
  • Latest news and stories
  • Inspiring films
  • Prayer requests
  • Connect with sponsored child
  • Send messages and gifts
  • Birthday reminders
  • Letter notifications
Features
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The Compassion UK App keeps you up to date with the latest news, stories and prayers from Compassion’s work with children in poverty. What’s more, it’s a new, easy way to connect with your sponsored child whilst on the go. On the app you can read inspiring stories from children who are overcoming poverty, be moved by the latest Compassion films and discover prayer requests and news from our work around the world. From the ease of your phone, you can explore your relationship with your sponsored child. Write messages and send gifts when you’re out and about. Receive helpful birthday reminders and letter notifications straight to your phone. The Compassion UK App gives you the option to receive helpful reminders about your sponsored child (e.g. their upcoming birthday) and about Compassion’s work (e.g. prayer requests and local events). You have full choice and control of receiving notifications about your sponsored child and/or Compassion’s work and can update these at any time.

About

Guided by Grace

Features
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Small habits. God's grace. A lifelong friendship with Jesus. Guided by Grace is a Christian devotional designed for girls aged 9 and over. Guided by Grace helps girls discover that growing closer to Jesus doesn't begin with perfection; it begins with small daily habits practised in God's grace. Through a five-day journey, girls discover five simple Connection Tools that help them build a lasting friendship with Jesus. Every day includes Bible reading, prayer, reflection, journalling, and practical challenges that encourage girls to spend time with God in everyday life. What's Inside A 5-Day Guided Devotional Journey through five beautifully designed devotional days, followed by a special Bonus Day, discovering one new Connection Tool each day. Bible-Based Devotions Each day includes Scripture, a personal devotional, a Connection Lab experiment, guided reflection, prayer, and practical ways to apply God's Word. The Connection Formula Discover the five Connection Tools that form the heart of Guided by Grace: • Speak God's Word • Ask God, "What's on Your mind today?" • Listen • Use the Mind of Christ • End your day with God's Word These simple habits help girls build their own daily rhythm with Jesus. Connection Journal Write, draw, or record prayers, reflections, answered prayers, and everything God is teaching you. Your journal is completely private and visible only to you. The Grace Circle A safe, moderated community where girls can encourage one another, celebrate what God is doing, and share hope together. Private messaging is not available, helping create a positive and secure environment. Daily Reminders Optional morning and evening reminders gently encourage girls to spend time with Jesus every day. Designed Especially for Girls Guided by Grace has been thoughtfully created for girls aged 9+, with a calm, beautiful design that's easy to use and centred on helping them grow in faith one day at a time. A Safe Community We're committed to providing a positive experience for every family. Community posts are moderated. Users can report inappropriate content. Community Guidelines help keep Grace Circle encouraging, respectful, and safe. Whether you're just beginning your journey with Jesus or you're looking for simple ways to spend time with Him each day, Guided by Grace is here to encourage you every step of the way. Small habits. God's grace. A lifelong friendship with Jesus.

Screenshots

Compassion UK4 screens
Guided by Grace4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: Guided by Grace at 3 against Compassion UK's 1. Guided by Grace also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Compassion UK versus Guided by Grace: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCompassion UKGuided by Grace
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews65.4% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size148 MB90 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperCOMPASSION UK CHRISTIAN CHILD DEVELOPMENTForJo Ltd

In-app purchases

None

Compassion UK

No in-app purchases

None

Guided by Grace

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Compassion UK free?
Compassion UK is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Guided by Grace free?
Guided by Grace is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Compassion UK or Guided by Grace have ads?
Neither Compassion UK nor Guided by Grace shows ads.

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