The M'Cheyne Plan vs Catechize
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
Catechize
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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.
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
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.
| Parameter | The M'Cheyne Plan | Catechize |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (29 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 29 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 5 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 0 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | William Walker | AM8 B.V. |
In-app purchases
The M'Cheyne Plan
No in-app purchases
Catechize
No in-app purchases
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Is The M'Cheyne Plan free?
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