Comparison

The Encounter vs iHost Online

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

Head to head
About

The Encounter

This app provides daily Orthodox prayers, scripture readings, saint stories, and hymns to help users establish a consistent prayer rhythm. It offers guided prayers, a library for various occasions, and sacred music to foster a deeper connection with faith.

Highlights
  • Daily Morning, Noonday, and Evening Prayers
  • Guided prayers with text and audio
  • Daily Gospel and Epistle scripture readings
  • Prayer library for various occasions
  • Saint of the Day profiles
  • Orthodox chant and hymns
  • Book of Psalms
Read full description

When we fall out of the rhythm of daily prayer, we feel it. Life gets noisier. We feel scattered. And slowly, we drift from the One who gives us life. The Encounter is a free Orthodox prayer app that brings the daily prayers of the Church, Scripture readings, saint stories, and sacred hymns together in one peaceful place—so you can stay connected to God throughout your day. Whether you’re just beginning or longing to go deeper, The Encounter meets you right where you are and helps you build a daily rhythm of prayer that draws you closer to Christ. Simple Tools for a Steady Prayer Rhythm​​: Morning, Noonday, and Evening Prayers Gentle reminders and guided prayers (available in text and audio) to help you build a steady rhythm of prayer throughout your day. Daily Gospel and Epistle Scripture Readings Short, meaningful readings from the Church’s Lectionary in both text and audio. Prayer Library for Every Occasion Find prayers for joy, grief, uncertainty, and everything in between. Meet the Saint of the Day Learn from the saints through readings of their lives, videos, and a hymn of the day for each saint. Sacred Music Enter into prayer with peaceful Orthodox chant and choral hymnography reflecting a variety of Orthodox Christian traditions. Daily Quote from the Church Fathers Reflect on the wisdom from saints and elders of the Church. Orthodox Word of the Day A daily word to deepen your understanding of Orthodox faith and tradition. Book of Psalms Access all 150 Psalms in text and beautifully recorded audio. A Peaceful, Prayerful Atmosphere From the moment you open the app, you’ll experience calming music and thoughtful design to help you be still and focus on God. And more—designed to help you grow in Christ and stay consistent in prayer. By using this app, you agree to Apple’s Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

iHost Online

Discover and book local events like yoga or art workshops, or host your own experiences. Find hidden gems with an interactive map and earn rewards by inviting friends. Stay organized with all your upcoming events in one place.

Highlights
  • Discover local events
  • Book events instantly
  • Host your own experiences
  • Interactive event map
  • Referral rewards program
  • Organize tickets
Features
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Welcome to iHost — Where Experiences Come to Life!!! Whether you're looking for something fun to do this weekend or ready to share your passion with the world, iHost is your go-to platform for live events and experiences. Discover Events Near You Browse hundreds of local events — from yoga mornings and art workshops to jazz nights and community meetups. Filter by category, date, or location and find exactly what speaks to you.Book in Seconds No hassle, no friction. See an event you love? Grab your ticket instantly and get a confirmation straight to your phone Host Your Own Experience Have a skill, a passion, or a space? Turn it into an event. iHost makes it easy to create, publish, and manage your own experiences — whether it's a cooking class, a fitness session, or a neighborhood gatherExplore the Map Discover what's happening around you with our interactive event map. Zoom in, explore your city, and find hidden gems you never knew existedEarn While You Share Love iHost? Invite your friends and earn rewards every time someone joins through your referral link. The more you share, the more you earn.Stay Organized Keep all your upcoming events in one place with My Tickets. Your plans, always at your fingertips. iHost is more than an app — it's your connection to the people, places, and experiences that make your city worth living in. Download iHost today and start exploring.

Screenshots

The Encounter4 screens
iHost Online4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iHost Online at 100% against The Encounter's 59%. iHost Online also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). The Encounter's advantage is ratings volume (55 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.2). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. The Encounter sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. iHost Online asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iHost Online holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Encounter has 55 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of The Encounter's written reviews are positive against 100% of iHost Online's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
The Encounter versus iHost Online: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe EncounteriHost Online
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (55 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews58.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings55 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better26.2
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB3 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperFaithtree ResourcesiHost LLC

Customer experience

The Encounter

All ratings55 ratings
Positive87.3%
Neutral3.6%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive58.8%
Neutral17.6%
Negative23.5%

iHost Online

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

The Encounter

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly Subscription$3.991 Month
  • Premium yearly subscription$39.991 Year
None

iHost Online

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The Encounter free?
The Encounter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iHost Online free?
iHost Online is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, The Encounter or iHost Online?
iHost Online is rated higher. The Encounter averages 4.5 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while iHost Online averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do The Encounter or iHost Online have ads?
Neither The Encounter nor iHost Online shows ads.

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