RefNet Christian Radio vs Relearn.org
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RefNet Christian Radio
This app provides 24-hour Christian internet radio programming focused on biblical preaching and teaching. It features content from gifted teachers, Bible readings, podcasts, and audio theater, designed to edify Christians of all ages.
- Preaching and teaching from R.C. Sproul
- Bible readings
- Podcasts and conference messages
- Dramatic audio theater
- Bookmarking for saved programs
- Time shift for local time zones
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RefNet (Reformation Network) is the 24-hour Christian internet radio outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Each day’s fresh playlist features programming that is committed to the historic Christian faith and edifying for growing Christians of all ages. Tune out the noise and tune in to RefNet—anytime, every day. Airing Daily: • Preaching and teaching from R.C. Sproul and other gifted teachers • Bible readings from the Old and New Testaments • Podcasts and conference messages from Ligonier • Dramatic audio theater for family enjoyment • Music suitable for background listening • Audiobooks for every age and stage of the Christian life Listen Anytime: • Hear God-glorifying messages in the car or at work. • Gather your family around faithful and uplifting programs. • Supplement your devotions with edifying teaching. Highlighted Features: • Time traveling gives you access to previously aired episodes. • Time shift lets you follow programs in your local time zone. • Bookmarking allows you to save programs and listen to them later. • Set reminders so you don’t miss your favorite programs. Download today to tune in to RefNet.
Relearn.org
Access a vast digital library of theological audiobooks and ebooks designed for Christian families. Enjoy high-quality audio, modernized classics, and daily new releases, including historical biographies, dramatized children's stories, and resources for marriage and parenting.
- Theological audiobooks and ebooks
- Christian family library
- High-quality audio
- Modernized classics
- New releases daily
- Historical biographies
- Dramatized kid's stories
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The ultimate library of theological audiobooks and ebooks for the Christian family. High-quality audio, modernized classics, and new releases daily. Stream epic historical biographies, fully dramatized kid's stories, and books that will grow your marriage and parenting. Terms of Service: https://app.relearn.org/legal/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://app.relearn.org/legal/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RefNet Christian Radio at none against Relearn.org's 3. RefNet Christian Radio also leads on ratings volume (3.3K vs 55) and rating (4.9 vs 4.7). On price, review sentiment, ads 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
Both are free to download. Relearn.org sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. RefNet Christian Radio asks for nothing beyond the download.
RefNet Christian Radio holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RefNet Christian Radio has 3.3K ratings behind it against 55, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of RefNet Christian Radio's written reviews are positive against 89% of Relearn.org's.
RefNet Christian Radio ships an update every 2 months, Relearn.org every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RefNet Christian Radio | Relearn.org |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (3.3K ratings) — better | 4.7 (55 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 91.9% of reviews — better | 89.2% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3.3K — better | 55 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 39 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ligonier | Relearn Church Inc. |
Customer experience
RefNet Christian Radio
Relearn.org
User reviews
RefNet Christian Radio
From 3.3K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Wonderful app
- 👍 Excellent resource
- 👍 Solid biblical teaching
- 👍 Helpful and informative
- 👍 Inspiring and encouraging
Room to improve
- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🐛 Playback issues
- 🔋 High data usage
- 🔋 Brightness issues
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
Relearn.org
From 55 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 📚 Rich theological content
- 👨👩👧👦 Great for families
- 🎧 Excellent audiobooks
- 👍 Easy to use app
- 💡 Valuable resource for spiritual growth
Room to improve
- 💸 Ridiculous pricing
- 🚫 No free content preview
- 📧 Unresponsive customer service
- 💰 Charges for guidance
- 👎 Hides negative reviews
Bugs and requests
RefNet Christian Radio
Reported bugs
3 issues- Inability to play content
- Playback issues
- Compatibility problems with iOS 8.1.1
Requested features
6 requests- Sleep timer feature
- Alarm clock integration
- Offline playback
- CarPlay compatibility
- More music variety
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- Ability to pause and resume playback
Relearn.org
Reported bugs
3 issues- Attempted to cancel for months
- Never get a response
- Developers hide negative reviews
Requested features
4 requests- Recently played or continue listening bar
- Parenting tab
- Opportunity to preview audiobooks
- More account accessibility within the app
In-app purchases
RefNet Christian Radio
No in-app purchases
Relearn.org
- Single User Monthly$8.991 Month
- Monthly$9.991 Month
- Annual$99.991 Year
Questions
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