Comparison

Jesus Calling Devotional vs Lamp & Vine

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

Head to head
About

Jesus Calling Devotional

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
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Jesus Calling is your yearlong guide to living a more peaceful life. The Jesus Calling App is the mobile version of the time-tested classic packed with digital and audio features that make this daily devotional more accessible than ever. Experience a deeper relationship with Jesus as you savor the presence of the One who understands you perfectly and loves you forever. With Scripture and personal reflections, New York Times bestselling author Sarah Young brings Jesus' message of peace—for today and every day. By spending time in the presence of the Savior with the much-loved devotions from Sarah Young, you will: • Feel comforted by a daily word of hope and encouragement • Be reassured of Jesus' unending blessings and love for you • Receive gentle guidance based on daily Scripture readings • Connect with Jesus further with reflection and meditation based on God’s Word Written as if Jesus Himself is speaking directly to you, Jesus Calling invites you to experience peace in the presence of the Savior who is always with you. These writings are personal reflections based on Jesus’ own words of hope, guidance, and peace within Scripture—penned by one who loved Him and revered His Word. The Bible is the only infallible, inerrant Word of God, and author Sarah Young kept her writings consistent with that unchanging standard during her lifetime. She wrote from the perspective of Jesus speaking, to help readers feel more personally connected with Him. So, the first person singular (“I,” “Me,” “My,” “Mine”) always refers to Christ; “you” refers to you, the reader. Jesus Calling’s Terms of Use are available at https://www.harpercollinschristian.com/terms/

About

Lamp & Vine

This app guides users through understanding God's Word with clear explanations, historical context, and practical applications. It offers a private journal for reflections and daily reminders to encourage consistent spiritual growth.

Highlights
  • Read Bible passages
  • Clear Bible-based explanations
  • Biblical context
  • Practical life application
  • Scripture-based prayers
  • Private prayer journal
  • Daily reminders
Features
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Lamp & Vine Understand God's Word. Discover its meaning. Grow closer to Him every day. Whether you're new to reading the Bible or have studied Scripture for years, Lamp & Vine is your companion for meaningful Bible study. Our mission is to help you understand God's Word with clear, easy-to-follow explanations that encourage deeper personal study, thoughtful reflection, and daily spiritual growth. Lamp & Vine is designed to make Bible study approachable and inspiring. Explore Scripture one passage at a time, learn the historical and biblical context, reflect on what God is teaching, and discover practical ways to apply His truth to your everyday life. Features Read Scripture Read Bible passages in a clean, distraction-free experience. Clear Bible-Based Explanations Receive easy-to-understand explanations that help clarify difficult passages while encouraging you to continue studying God's Word. Biblical Context Learn about the people, places, historical background, and themes surrounding each passage. Practical Life Application Discover practical ways to apply biblical truth to your relationships, work, family, and daily decisions. Scripture-Based Prayers End each study with a prayer inspired by the passage you've been reading. Private Prayer Journal Record your thoughts, prayers, and reflections as you grow in your faith. Save Your Favorite Studies Bookmark passages, explanations, and journal entries so you can revisit them anytime. Daily Reminders Stay encouraged with optional reminders to spend time in God's Word each day. Built for Every Stage of Your Faith Journey Whether you're: Reading the Bible for the first time Following a daily devotional routine Preparing for a Bible study group Looking for encouragement during difficult seasons Growing deeper in your relationship with Jesus Christ Lamp & Vine is here to support your personal study of Scripture. Premium Features Unlock even more with Lamp & Vine Premium: Unlimited Bible passage explanations Unlimited AI-powered Bible study assistance Unlimited journal entries Saved studies across all your devices Additional premium Bible study features as they're released Subscription Options Monthly Premium — $1.99 per month Annual Premium — $19.99 per year Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Your Apple Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time through your Apple Account Settings after purchase. Our Mission We believe everyone should have the opportunity to understand God's Word with clarity and confidence. Lamp & Vine is designed to encourage personal Bible study—not replace it. Our explanations are educational tools intended to help you better understand Scripture while always pointing you back to God's Word. AI-generated explanations are designed to support Bible study and should be thoughtfully compared with Scripture. Privacy Policy https://lamp-vine.com/privacy Terms of Use (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Jesus Calling Devotional4 screens
Lamp & Vine4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Lamp & Vine at every 2 days against Jesus Calling Devotional's every 2 months. Jesus Calling Devotional's advantage is ratings volume (57K vs 2) and chart position (#54 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Jesus Calling Devotional sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Lamp & Vine sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Jesus Calling Devotional against 5.0 for Lamp & Vine. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Jesus Calling Devotional has 57K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Jesus Calling Devotional ships an update every 2 months, Lamp & Vine every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Jesus Calling Devotional versus Lamp & Vine: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJesus Calling DevotionalLamp & Vine
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (57K ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings57K — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#54 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.415.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size87 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc.Robbie Puder

Customer experience

Jesus Calling Devotional

All ratings56,725 ratings
Positive96.7%
Neutral0.7%
Negative2.5%
Written reviews442 reviews
Positive41.2%
Neutral10.6%
Negative48.2%

Lamp & Vine

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Jesus Calling Devotional

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • 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

5 requests
  • 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

Lamp & Vine

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

13 purchases

Jesus Calling Devotional

Subscriptions4
  • Jesus Calling Standard$2.991 Month
  • Premium (Monthly)2 variants$4.991 Month
  • Premium (Yearly)$39.991 Year
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  • Premium (Yearly)$49.991 Year
One-time9
  • Living Hope$3.99
  • Jesus Calling for Kids$9.99
  • Dear Jesus$9.99
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  • Jesus Always$9.99
  • Jesus Today$9.99
  • Jesus Listens$9.99
  • Jesus Listens Audio (male)$14.99
  • Jesus Calling Extended Edition Audiobook$20.99
  • Jesus Calling Original Audiobook$21.99
2 purchases

Lamp & Vine

Subscriptions2
  • Read, Reflect, Grow Premium Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Read, Reflect,Grow Annual$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Jesus Calling Devotional free?
Jesus Calling Devotional is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lamp & Vine free?
Lamp & Vine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Jesus Calling Devotional or Lamp & Vine?
Lamp & Vine is rated higher. Jesus Calling Devotional averages 4.9 out of 5 from 57K ratings, while Lamp & Vine averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Jesus Calling Devotional or Lamp & Vine have ads?
Neither Jesus Calling Devotional nor Lamp & Vine shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Jesus Calling Devotional or Lamp & Vine?
Jesus Calling Devotional ships an update every 2 months, and Lamp & Vine every 2 days. Most recently, Jesus Calling Devotional was updated on October 31, 2026 and Lamp & Vine on October 21, 2026.

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