# iBreviary TS Plus vs Ascension

The clearest difference is rating: Ascension at 4.9 against iBreviary TS Plus's 4.2. Ascension also leads on review sentiment (87% vs 61%) and ratings volume (92K vs 1.1K). iBreviary TS Plus's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Ascension sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. iBreviary TS Plus asks for nothing beyond the download.

Ascension holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ascension has 92K ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of iBreviary TS Plus's written reviews are positive against 87% of Ascension's.

iBreviary TS Plus ships an update every 2 months, Ascension every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | iBreviary TS Plus | Ascension |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibreviary-ts-plus/id422601705/reviews) | **[4.9 (92K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ascension-catholic-bible/id1660909501/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K | **92K** |
| Positive reviews | 61.2% of reviews | **87.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#14** |
| Size | 17 MB | 230 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Paolo Padrini](https://appshunter.io/developer/911713129) | [Ascension Publishing Group, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1655618341) |

## What reviewers say

### iBreviary TS Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibreviary-ts-plus/id422601705)

Access Catholic prayers, including the Breviary, Missal, and Lectionary, in multiple languages. Features include customizable text, saved days for offline access, and specific liturgical texts for the Holy Land. Supports various Catholic rites and celebrations.

**Highlights:** Breviary, Missal, Lectionary, 10+ languages, Offline saved days, Customizable text size and background, Holy Land liturgical texts, Sacrament rituals, Saints section

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🙏 Easy to use
- 🙏 Wonderful prayer resource
- 🙏 Comprehensive
- 🙏 Excellent app
- 🙏 Helpful for prayer life

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent text/translations
- 🐛 Slow loading/performance issues
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔍 Confusing/non-intuitive navigation
- 🔍 Lacking some features/options

**Reported bugs**

- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Disappearing downloaded content
- Incorrect/missing liturgical texts and readings
- Freezing and crashing on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Add support for more languages/dialects
- Improve text-to-speech quality and functionality
- Provide more customization options
- Streamline navigation and user interface
- Enhance offline capabilities and downloads


### Ascension

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ascension-catholic-bible/id1660909501)

**Currently charting:** #14 Top Grossing · Reference, #126 Top Free · Reference (US App Store)

This app helps Catholics engage with the Bible and Church teachings through guided readings, prayers, and study plans. It offers audio versions, daily reflections, and a unique learning system to deepen understanding of scripture and tradition.

**Highlights:** Bible Timeline learning system, Guided Rosary prayers, Daily Mass readings and reflections, Audio Bible with commentary, 80+ Catholic study plans, Saint of the Day reflections, Catholic prayers and novenas

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Full Access Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Full Access Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Full Access Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Full Access Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Full Access Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Full Access Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Full Access Annual | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🙏 Deepening faith and drawing closer to God
- 👍 Convenient and easy to use
- 📚 Comprehensive Bible and Catechism resources
- 🎧 Excellent podcast experience with Fr. Mike
- 🤗 Transformative and life-changing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid subscription model after initial free period
- 🔍 Lack of dictionary/glossary for unfamiliar terms
- 🔙 Removal of 15-second forward/backward buttons

**Reported bugs**

- Sync issues between audio and text
- Inconsistent behavior with continuous reading mode

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Ability to track progress across multiple devices
- Daily Mass readings integration
- Verse of the day widgets
- iPad-optimized version


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iBreviary TS Plus free?

iBreviary TS Plus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Ascension free?

Ascension is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iBreviary TS Plus or Ascension?

Ascension is rated higher. iBreviary TS Plus averages 4.2 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Ascension averages 4.9 from 92K ratings.

### Do iBreviary TS Plus or Ascension have ads?

Neither iBreviary TS Plus nor Ascension shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iBreviary TS Plus or Ascension?

iBreviary TS Plus ships an update every 2 months, and Ascension every 3 weeks. Most recently, iBreviary TS Plus was updated on November 1, 2026 and Ascension on November 1, 2026.

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