Bani Nirankar vs AkathKatha
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Bani Nirankar
Access a vast collection of Sikh devotional Gurbani in both audio and video formats. Stream Kirtan, Shabads, and listen to the Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. Explore Sikh history and teachings through podcasts.
- Audio and video streaming of Kirtan and Shabads
- Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji audio (Ang wise)
- Daily Sikh prayers (Nitnem)
- Extensive Gurbani collection
- Podcasts on Sikh history and teachings
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"Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh" Bani Nirankar is an app created to spread the spirituality of Sikh Religion and has a huge catalogue of variety of Sikh devotional Gurbani’s streaming in both audio & video formats. Bani Nirankar app also features : 1. High quality audio, video & live streaming of Kirtan, Shabads from various Raagi , Gurudwara’s and Sikh devotional streaming channels which are fully optimised to play on all type of mobile devices. 2. Audio of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji ( Ang wise ) in Gurmukhi, Hindi and English. 3. Nitnem - Japji Sahib, Jaap Sahib, Tav Prasad Savaiye, Anand Sahib, Rehraas Sahib, Chaupai Sahib, Kirtan Sohila. 4. Sukhmani Sahib, Dukh Bhanjani Sahib, Asa Di Vaar, Shabad Hazaray, Barah Maha Manjh, Arti, Salok Mahala 9, Akal Ustat, Laavan ( Anand Karaj ), Barahmah Tukhari and Ardas. 5. Podcast giving information about our Great Guru’s, Gurudwara’s , Sikhism as Religion , Sakhis , Historic places , stories of Sikh Martyrs , Sikh Warriors and much more. Get this App and listen melodious and heartfelt rendition of Sikh devotional songs.
AkathKatha
Access live and recorded spiritual teachings, including Simran, Gyan, Katha, and Akathkatha, directly from Amritsar. Stay connected to divine messages and never miss a session with timely notifications.
- Live audio streaming of Simran, Gyan, Katha, Akathkatha
- Daily live sessions from Amritsar
- Notifications for upcoming live sessions
- Access to recorded past sessions
- Spiritual connection to Gurbani
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Experience the Divine Anytime, Anywhere Stay spiritually connected with Gurudwara Naam Simran Ghar, Amritsar, wherever you are in the world. This app brings you LIVE audio streaming of Simran, Simran-Gyan, Katha, and Akathkatha, allowing you to immerse yourself in Gurbani and spiritual teachings anytime, anywhere. Daily LIVE Sessions (IST) Join LIVE sessions every morning, afternoon, and evening, featuring Simran, enlightening Gyan, and soul-touching Katha and Akathkatha — broadcast directly from Amritsar. Whether you are near or far from Gurudwara Naam Simran Ghar, stay connected with the divine presence and spiritual vibrations of these sacred sessions. Never Miss a LIVE Session Enable notifications to receive timely updates and reminders about upcoming LIVE streaming sessions, including schedule changes. Notifications help you stay informed and join the LIVE session at the right time. Missed a LIVE Session? No problem. Recorded sessions are available in the app, allowing you to listen to past Simran, Simran-Gyan, Katha, and Akathkatha sessions whenever it is convenient for you. Facing Technical Issues? If you experience any issues while using the app, please visit our official website: https://akathkatha.in/ Stay Connected. Stay Inspired. Stay Close to Gurbani.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AkathKatha at none against Bani Nirankar's 2. AkathKatha also leads on update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads 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. Bani Nirankar sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. AkathKatha asks for nothing beyond the download.
Bani Nirankar ships an update fortnightly, AkathKatha weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Bani Nirankar | AkathKatha |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 196 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Vasco Media Private Limited | Websingh |
In-app purchases
Bani Nirankar
- Audio Subscription$0.99
- Audio + Video Subscription$1.99
AkathKatha
No in-app purchases
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