Comparison

iCatholicRadio vs Mary

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

Head to head
About

iCatholicRadio

Access Catholic talk radio and faithful Catholic music in a single application. Explore Scripture, devotionals, Church history, and apologetics. Enjoy live streams and on-demand podcasts featuring international and local affiliate stations, plus a dedicated music stream.

Highlights
  • Catholic talk radio streams
  • Catholic music streams
  • Live and on-demand content
  • Scripture and devotional content
  • Church history and apologetics
  • English and Spanish streams
  • Local affiliate station broadcasts
Features
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iCatholicRadio – Catholic Radio Anytime, Anywhere Discover the fullness of truth with clarity and charity. iCatholicRadio brings you faithful Catholic programming 24/7, featuring powerful preaching, inspiring sermons, breaking news, live call-ins, and uplifting discussions for every stage of your spiritual journey. • On-Demand Content: Access episodes, talks, and reflections anytime with our integrated audio library. • Sermons & Daily Inspiration: Hear homilies from Catholic priests and enjoy the Saint of the Day. • Crystal-Clear Audio: Optimized for spoken-word content for an exceptional listening experience. • Easy Streaming Controls: Simple, intuitive design built for all listeners. • Safe & Reliable: A clean, secure app dedicated to supporting your faith—safe for all ages. A Mission Rooted in Faith iCatholicRadio is brought to you by Holy Family Communications, the parent organization of The Station of the Cross Catholic Media Network. For over 25 years, this apostolate has worked to defend life, promote the sacraments, teach the Catholic faith clearly, and help listeners grow closer to Christ. Our Radio Stations WLOF 101.7 FM – Elma (Buffalo, NY) WQOM 1060 AM – Natick (Boston, MA) WPMW 88.5 FM – Middleborough Center, MA WHIC 1460 AM – Rochester, NY W225AR 92.9 FM – Rochester, NY W257ER 99.3 FM – Greece, NY WNEB 1230 AM – Worcester, MA WESO 970 AM – Southbridge, MA W266DK 101.1 FM – Southbridge, MA WACE 730 AM – Springfield, MA W221DI 92.1 FM – Erie, PA WMIH 89.5 FM – Geneva, OH WQHE 88.3 FM – Oil City, PA WTMI 88.7 FM – Fleming (Syracuse, NY) WMTQ 88.1 FM – Elmira, NY WGGO 1590 AM – Salamanca, NY W263CZ 100.5 FM – Olean, NY WHVM 91.9 FM – Owego, NY

About

Mary

Explore comprehensive information on the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Jesus. This free app provides resources on her doctrine, devotions like the interactive Rosary, and details on apparitions and pilgrimage sites. Deepen your understanding and devotion to Mary to grow closer to Jesus.

Highlights
  • Interactive Rosary with audio
  • Marian Dogmas and Titles
  • Marian Feasts and Prayers
  • Images and Apparitions of Mary
  • Pilgrimage Sites information
  • Information on Marian Fathers
Features
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The Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception, creators of the popular DIVINE MERCY APP, are pleased to release the MARY APP. This FREE app offers a complete resource for information on the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Jesus, in an easy to navigate format. The app has three main chapters with these features: DOCTRINE • Introduction to Mary • Marian Dogmas • Titles of Mary • Marian Timeline • FAQs • Resources DEVOTION • Interactive Rosary with an audio option • Marian Consecration • Marian Sacramentals • Marian Feasts • Marian Chaplets • Marian Prayers MARY PLUS • Images of Mary • Apparitions • Pilgrimage Sites • Information about the Congregation of Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception • Introduction to the Association of Marian Helpers • Link to online religious catalog Mary’s whole task is to lead us closer to Jesus. The more we get to know her and have a fervent devotion to her, the better she can lead us to her Son. For this reason, the Second Vatican Council states, “Everyone should have a genuine devotion to [Mary] and entrust his life to her motherly care.”

Screenshots

iCatholicRadio4 screens
Mary4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Mary at none against iCatholicRadio's shown. Mary also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 6 months) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for iCatholicRadio against 4.7 for Mary. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 239 and 544 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 87% of iCatholicRadio's written reviews are positive against 92% of Mary's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iCatholicRadio ships an update every 6 months, Mary every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
iCatholicRadio versus Mary: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriCatholicRadioMary
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (239 ratings) — better4.7 (544 ratings)
Positive reviews86.7% of reviews92.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings239544 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThe Station of the Cross Catholic Radio NetworkMarian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception

Customer experience

iCatholicRadio

All ratings239 ratings
Positive90.8%
Neutral2.9%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews83 reviews
Positive86.7%
Neutral4.8%
Negative8.4%

Mary

All ratings509 ratings
Positive90.6%
Neutral3.1%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews128 reviews
Positive92.2%
Neutral3.1%
Negative4.7%

User reviews

iCatholicRadio

From 239 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 📻 Comprehensive Catholic radio programming and content
  • 👍 User-friendly and easy-to-navigate interface
  • 🆓 Free app with no subscription requirements
  • 📱 Portable access to Catholic content anytime, anywhere
  • 🎙️ High-quality programming with engaging hosts and priests

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and stops working unexpectedly
  • 📡 Audio streaming cuts out or drops connection
  • 🔤 Font size too small and difficult to read
  • 🎵 No song/artist information displayed during music playback
  • 🔄 Navigation issues between live broadcast and podcasts

Mary

From 544 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🙏 Helpful for prayer life
  • 🌟 Excellent app for learning about Mary
  • 🎨 Beautiful design and visuals
  • 🔊 Soothing narration voice

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Audio issues (cutting out, repeating)
  • 🔍 Difficulty navigating/tracking progress
  • 🔌 Compatibility issues with iOS 11 and newer
  • 🔇 Lack of customization options (volume, speed)

Bugs and requests

iCatholicRadio

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • App stops working after extended use or randomly
  • Audio playback fails to start or play
  • Streaming disconnects during long listening sessions
  • App crashes on certain device models (iPhone 5, etc.)
  • Live feed unavailable while podcasts still work
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  • Connection drops when moving between locations
  • App deletion on device tap (older iOS versions)
  • Buffering and lag issues during playback
  • Missing content (prayers, podcasts, rosary removed from app)

Requested features

8 requests
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
  • Song and artist metadata display for music content
  • Chromecast support for casting to other devices
  • Ability to remember last-played stream on app restart
  • Improved commercial break transitions
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  • Dark mode option for nighttime viewing
  • Generic internet radio app compatibility (TuneIn Radio)
  • Better time slot allocation for popular shows

Mary

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Rosary prayers not proceeding correctly after Luminous Mysteries
  • App not compatible with latest iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add Latin audio/text option for rosary
  • Include Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary
  • Implement vibration patterns to distinguish rosary mysteries
  • Add ability to pause/resume rosary without losing progress

In-app purchases

None

iCatholicRadio

No in-app purchases

None

Mary

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iCatholicRadio free?
iCatholicRadio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mary free?
Mary is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iCatholicRadio or Mary?
iCatholicRadio is rated higher. iCatholicRadio averages 4.7 out of 5 from 239 ratings, while Mary averages 4.7 from 544 ratings.
Do iCatholicRadio or Mary have ads?
iCatholicRadio shows ads; Mary does not.
Which is updated more often, iCatholicRadio or Mary?
iCatholicRadio ships an update every 6 months, and Mary every 3 months. Most recently, iCatholicRadio was updated on November 6, 2026 and Mary on November 1, 2026.

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