UCCF Forum vs Rising Lights
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
UCCF Forum
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Leading your CU is about being part of what God is doing on campus and part of an exciting movement of students on mission together. So, whether you're officially on Exec or not, if you’re part of leading a CU then Forum is for you! Download this app to view the full Forum programme, find out what’s in store, and start planning the sessions you want to attend. You’ll also find a site map, list of speakers and important info. Enable notifications to receive info about schedule changes and other important updates.
Rising Lights
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Your complete guide to Rising Lights: five days by the coast to hear God's word, to praise our risen Saviour, and to rest. Explore the programme, who is speaking, how to get around, and plan your week. Engage with the tracks using Q&As within the app. Find out what else is happening during the event, including exhibitors, activities, and where you can grab something to eat and drink.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Rising Lights at 12.0 against UCCF Forum's 16.6. On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.
| Parameter | UCCF Forum | Rising Lights |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 76 MB | 90 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Universities & Colleges Christian Fellowship | vFairs LLC |
In-app purchases
UCCF Forum
No in-app purchases
Rising Lights
No in-app purchases
