Comparison

The M'Cheyne Plan vs Catechize

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

Head to head
About

The M'Cheyne Plan

This app provides a structured daily Bible reading schedule, guiding users through the New Testament and Psalms twice annually, and the Old Testament once. It allows for importing existing progress by selecting a start date.

Highlights
  • Daily Bible reading plan
  • New Testament and Psalms twice yearly
  • Old Testament once yearly
  • Import progress by start date
  • Approximately 4 readings per day
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The M'Cheyne Plan app helps guide readers through the New Testament and Psalms twice a year, and the Old Testament once. Import your progress by selecting your plan start date. 19th Century Scottish minister, Robert Murray M’Cheyne, (sometimes spelled McCheyne), developed a daily Bible reading plan for readers to work through the New Testament and Psalms twice a year, and the Old Testament once. There are approximately 4 reading selections per day in this plan. Contributions welcome at https://github.com/willswire/mcheyne

About

Catechize

Features
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Discover the timeless wisdom of Keach's Catechism — a beloved summary of Christian doctrine written in 1693 for Reformed Baptist families. A Daily Question for Your Soul Each day, Catechize presents a single question to meditate on. Tap to reveal the answer, explore the Scripture proofs, and let ancient truths shape your heart. It's designed for quiet moments of reflection, whether during your morning devotions or evening family worship. All 118 Questions at Your Fingertips Browse the complete catechism anytime. Search for topics, track which questions you've learned, and mark your progress as you work through this treasury of Biblical doctrine. Scripture in Context Every answer is grounded in God's Word. Tap any Scripture reference to see the full chapter context, with the key verse highlighted. No need to flip between apps — the Bible is right here. Beautiful, Focused Design Catechize is crafted with care — warm parchment tones, elegant typography, and thoughtful animations create a contemplative atmosphere. Dark mode adapts beautifully for nighttime reading. Features: • Daily question with progressive reveal • All 118 questions and answers • Scripture proofs with full chapter context • Progress tracking for your study journey • Daily notification reminders • Beautiful light and dark modes • Completely offline — no internet required About Keach's Catechism Written by Benjamin Keach in 1693, this catechism was designed to instruct children and families in the foundational truths of Reformed Baptist theology. Based largely on the Westminster Shorter Catechism, it remains a treasured tool for Christian education across generations. Whether you're introducing your children to the faith, deepening your own understanding, or leading family worship, Catechize makes it simple to engage with these time-tested questions and answers. Download Catechize and begin your journey through the rich heritage of Reformed Baptist doctrine.

Screenshots

The M'Cheyne Plan3 screens
Catechize4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Catechize at every 5 days against The M'Cheyne Plan's every 2 months. 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

The M'Cheyne Plan ships an update every 2 months, Catechize every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
The M'Cheyne Plan versus Catechize: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe M'Cheyne PlanCatechize
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (29 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings29 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size0 MB10 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperWilliam WalkerAM8 B.V.

In-app purchases

None

The M'Cheyne Plan

No in-app purchases

None

Catechize

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The M'Cheyne Plan free?
The M'Cheyne Plan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Catechize free?
Catechize is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do The M'Cheyne Plan or Catechize have ads?
Neither The M'Cheyne Plan nor Catechize shows ads.
Which is updated more often, The M'Cheyne Plan or Catechize?
The M'Cheyne Plan ships an update every 2 months, and Catechize every 5 days. Most recently, The M'Cheyne Plan was updated on October 6, 2026 and Catechize on September 25, 2026.

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