Shantideva vs Monlam
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Shantideva
Access daily verses from a classic Buddhist text, "Engaging in Bodhisattva Behavior." Explore the entire work by a renowned 8th-century Indian Buddhist master. This app offers a practical and inspiring guide to the Buddhist path.
- Daily verse display
- Full text access
- Buddhist teachings
- Practical guide
- Inspiring content
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This App displays one verse a day from Shantideva's text "Engaging in Bodhisattva Behavior" (Bodhisattvacharyavatara) and allows to read through the entire text. "Engaging in Bodhisattva Behavior" is an outstandingly practical and inspiring Buddhist text that covers all the aspects of the Buddhist path. Shantideva was a great Indian Buddhist master who lived during the 8th century CE. Two of his texts survive - the Bodhicharyavatara (the text that is displayed in this app) and the Shikshasamuccaya ("Compendium of Trainings"). Both texts are still used to the present day by and especially the Bodhicharyavatara is one of the most cherished and most frequently taught texts in the Tibetan tradition. Please report bugs to shantideva@christian-steinert.de
Monlam
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Immerse yourself in the sacred traditions of Nepal with the Monlam Puja app. Nepal, known for its rich cultural heritage and deep-rooted Buddhist traditions, offers a unique spiritual experience that is now accessible to you, no matter where you are in the world. Local Monasteries: Explore a curated selection of local monasteries and spiritual centers across Nepal. Each one offers a range of authentic pujas and ceremonies deeply rooted in the Nepalese Buddhist tradition. Puja Selection: Browse through an extensive catalog of pujas, from daily rituals to special ceremonies, each with detailed descriptions, duration, and associated costs. Booking Made Easy: Effortlessly book your chosen puja and make secure payments within the app. We offer a variety of payment options for your convenience. Connect with the heart of Nepal's spiritual heritage and let Monlam Puja be your gateway to a world of profound spiritual experiences. Whether you seek blessings, inner peace, or cultural enrichment, our app brings the traditions of Nepal closer to you, making spirituality accessible and meaningful in the digital age.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Monlam at weekly against Shantideva's every 20 months. Shantideva's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 14.1). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Shantideva ships an update every 20 months, Monlam weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Shantideva | Monlam |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 20 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 14.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Berzin Archives e.V. | Aavishkar Enterprises |
In-app purchases
Shantideva
No in-app purchases
Monlam
No in-app purchases









