Comparison

Campfire Songs vs WCTL Classics

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

Head to head
About

Campfire Songs

Access a library of 201 classic campfire songs, organized by type, alphabetically, or by tune. Print lyric sheets and enjoy tune playback. Ideal for outdoor gatherings and singalongs.

Highlights
  • 201 classic campfire songs
  • Organized by type, alphabetical index, or tune
  • Printable lyric sheets
  • Tune playback (iOS 8)
  • Compatible with iPad, iPhone, and iPod
Features
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A collection of 201 classic campfire favorites. Great for use at Campfires, Campouts, Troop Meetings, Pack Meetings or whenever you have the desire to sing. Songs can be accessed by a type, such as Patriotic Songs, by an alphabetical index or by their tune. iPad®, iPhone®, and iPod® compatible. Air Print support (if available), so that you can print out lyric sheets for friends. Tune playback under iOS 8. (limited number of tunes) If you encounter any problems or have suggestions please contact us. We strive to produce the best apps possible, and your input is highly valued.

About

WCTL Classics

Features
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The best in Classic Contemporary Christian music from the 70s, 80s, 90's, and early 2ks from the WCTL music archives

Screenshots

Campfire Songs4 screens
WCTL Classics2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: WCTL Classics at none against Campfire Songs's 1. Campfire Songs's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence 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. Campfire Songs sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. WCTL Classics asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Campfire Songs versus WCTL Classics: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCampfire SongsWCTL Classics
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (26 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews76.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings26 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperScoutApps.netInspiration Time Inc.

Bugs and requests

Campfire Songs

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Songs do not play when play button is pressed
  • App crashes when returning to song lists
  • Incompatible with iPhone X and newer devices
  • Print functionality removed after update
  • Text readability issues with current color scheme

Requested features

20 requests
  • Add audio/MIDI files for all songs
  • Ability to submit and upload user-created songs
  • Add guitar chords above lyrics
  • Include 'sung to the tune of' references for all songs
  • Add morning/wake-up songs category
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  • Search by lyrics functionality
  • Personal favorites/bookmarks list
  • Campfire opening/closing songs
  • Wiki-style community contributions
  • More Girl Scout and Boy Scout balance
  • Restore printing functionality
  • Add specific missing songs (Little Bunny Fufu, The Cat Came Back, etc.)
  • Light background color option
  • Ability to correct song errors
  • More complete song versions with alternate verses
  • OA (Order of the Arrow) songs
  • Ranger song inclusion
  • Music score notation
  • Singing recordings for each song
  • Update to latest iOS versions

WCTL Classics

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Campfire Songs

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99
None

WCTL Classics

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Campfire Songs free?
Campfire Songs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is WCTL Classics free?
WCTL Classics is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Campfire Songs or WCTL Classics have ads?
WCTL Classics shows ads; Campfire Songs does not.
Which is updated more often, Campfire Songs or WCTL Classics?
Campfire Songs ships an update every 2 months, and WCTL Classics every 2 months. Most recently, Campfire Songs was updated on November 1, 2026 and WCTL Classics on October 27, 2026.

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