# Jesus Calling Devotional vs NetGalley Shelf

The clearest difference is rating: Jesus Calling Devotional at 4.9 against NetGalley Shelf's 2.1. Jesus Calling Devotional also leads on ratings volume (56K vs 82) and review sentiment (41% vs 20%). NetGalley Shelf's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 15). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Jesus Calling Devotional sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. NetGalley Shelf asks for nothing beyond the download.

Jesus Calling Devotional holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Jesus Calling Devotional has 56K ratings behind it against 82, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of Jesus Calling Devotional's written reviews are positive against 20% of NetGalley Shelf's.

Jesus Calling Devotional ships an update every 2 months, NetGalley Shelf every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Jesus Calling Devotional | NetGalley Shelf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (56K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jesus-calling-devotional/id444553118/reviews)** | [2.1 (82 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netgalley-shelf/id1499581600/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **56K** | 82 |
| Positive reviews | **41.3% of reviews** | 20.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#58** | #191 |
| Size | 71 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/444535393) | [NetGalley, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1499581599) |

## What reviewers say

### Jesus Calling Devotional

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jesus-calling-devotional/id444553118)

**Currently charting:** #58 Top Grossing · Book, #193 Top Free · Book (US App Store)

This app offers a yearlong devotional experience designed to foster a deeper relationship with Jesus. It provides daily reflections, Scripture readings, and audio features to bring peace and encouragement. The content is written from the perspective of Jesus speaking directly to the reader.

**Highlights:** Daily devotional content, Scripture readings, Audio features, Personal reflections, Guidance and encouragement, Meditation based on God's Word

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Jesus Calling Standard | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium (Monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium (Yearly) | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium (Yearly) | $49.99 | per year |
| Living Hope | $3.99 | one-time |
| Jesus Calling for Kids | $9.99 | one-time |
| Dear Jesus | $9.99 | one-time |
| Jesus Always | $9.99 | one-time |
| Jesus Today | $9.99 | one-time |
| Jesus Listens | $9.99 | one-time |
| Jesus Listens Audio (male) | $14.99 | one-time |
| Jesus Calling Extended Edition Audiobook | $20.99 | one-time |
| Jesus Calling Original Audiobook | $21.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🙌 Inspiring and meaningful devotions
- 📚 Great companion for daily living and Bible studies
- 🕰️ Timely messages that speak to current circumstances
- 💗 Comforting and reassuring content
- 🙏 Helps start the day with God's presence

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Restricted sharing functionality
- 🔀 Inconvenient navigation and layout changes
- 💰 Paid subscription required for full access
- 📱 Glitchy and buggy app performance
- 🔍 Difficult to read font and formatting

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to access purchased content
- Inconsistent behavior across app updates
- Freezing and crashing issues
- Incorrect date display and navigation
- Broken audio playback feature

**Requested features**

- Restore previous app layout and functionality
- Allow copying and pasting of devotional text
- Maintain access for existing paid users
- Improve accessibility for visually impaired users
- Provide audio narration option


### NetGalley Shelf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/netgalley-shelf/id1499581600)

**Currently charting:** #191 Top Free · Book (US App Store)

Access and review digital books and audiobooks provided by publishers and authors. Discover new titles, download them for offline reading, or stream audiobooks directly within the app. This platform is designed for book advocates and industry professionals to provide valuable feedback.

**Highlights:** Access digital review copies, Listen to audiobooks, Download books for offline reading, Stream audiobooks, Discover new titles, Request and review books

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works fine for some users
- 👍 Keeps user logged in
- 👍 Audiobooks work well
- 🚀 Able to read ebooks

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Narration speed issues
- 🐛 Confusing interface
- 🔒 Login issues
- 🐛 Bookmarks and positions don't sync
- 🐛 No built-in dictionary

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues
- Downloading issues with audiobooks
- Books disappearing from shelf
- Inability to remove expired books
- Inconsistent behavior when opening books

**Requested features**

- Add ability to write reviews within the app
- Improve audiobook playback controls
- Add font size adjustment
- Implement dark mode
- Sync reading progress across devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Jesus Calling Devotional free?

Jesus Calling Devotional is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NetGalley Shelf free?

NetGalley Shelf is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Jesus Calling Devotional or NetGalley Shelf?

Jesus Calling Devotional is rated higher. Jesus Calling Devotional averages 4.9 out of 5 from 56K ratings, while NetGalley Shelf averages 2.1 from 82 ratings.

### Do Jesus Calling Devotional or NetGalley Shelf have ads?

Neither Jesus Calling Devotional nor NetGalley Shelf shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Jesus Calling Devotional or NetGalley Shelf?

Jesus Calling Devotional ships an update every 2 months, and NetGalley Shelf every 6 months. Most recently, Jesus Calling Devotional was updated on September 27, 2026 and NetGalley Shelf on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Jesus Calling Devotional or NetGalley Shelf?

Jesus Calling Devotional currently peaks at #58 in the App Store charts, and NetGalley Shelf at #191. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*