Comparison

Shantideva vs Monlam

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Daily verse display
  • Full text access
  • Buddhist teachings
  • Practical guide
  • Inspiring content
Features
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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

About

Monlam

Features
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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.

Screenshots

Shantideva4 screens
Monlam4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

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

Shantideva ships an update every 20 months, Monlam weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and June 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Shantideva versus Monlam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterShantidevaMonlam
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 20 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better14.1
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB56 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperBerzin Archives e.V.Aavishkar Enterprises

In-app purchases

None

Shantideva

No in-app purchases

None

Monlam

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Shantideva free?
Shantideva is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Monlam free?
Monlam is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Shantideva or Monlam have ads?
Neither Shantideva nor Monlam shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Shantideva or Monlam?
Shantideva ships an update every 20 months, and Monlam weekly. Most recently, Shantideva was updated on September 16, 2026 and Monlam on June 11, 2026.

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