Comparison

A Course in Miracles Audio vs DaySpeak Journal

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

Head to head
About

A Course in Miracles Audio

Access the complete teachings of "A Course in Miracles" through an immersive audio experience. Features include background music, read-along text, guided meditations, and offline playback. Designed for ACIM students to deepen their understanding anytime, anywhere.

Highlights
  • Full Course access (Text, Workbook, Manual, Supplements)
  • One-tap lesson access
  • Smart auto bookmarks
  • Offline mode
  • Comprehension breaks
  • Meditation mode with curated prayers
  • Read along synchronized text
Features
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Experience the transformative teachings of "A Course in Miracles" in a revolutionary audio format, anytime, anywhere. Add background music, read along as you listen, meditate with curated prayers, and deepen your understanding with comprehension breaks and looping. This audio-exclusive app keeps you connected to the Course's teachings, ensuring you never lose your place whether you're exploring the Text, Workbook, Manual or Supplements. Experience a seamless blend of timeless wisdom and modern convenience, tailored for ACIM students of all levels. Features: - Whole Course Access: Delve into the entire Course, inclusive of the Text, Workbook, Manual, and Supplements, through a high-quality audio experience. - One-Tap Lesson Access: Start your daily lessons with a single touch, making it easy to stay consistent and engaged with the teachings. - Smart Auto Bookmarks: Seamlessly navigate and alternate between the Text and the Workbook without ever losing your place. - Offline mode: Download and access the app without internet. - Comprehension Breaks: Enhance your listening experience with optional short pauses after each sentence, aiding in better understanding, especially during multitasking. - Meditation Mode: Need some guidance or inspiration? Explore curated ACIM quotes and prayers from students worldwide, along with the surprise ACIM prayer feature. - Looping: Immerse yourself and re-play your favorite Course section or Lesson. - Timer: Set a duration of your audio to time your meditation or relax into sleep. - Read Along: A synchronized text feature allows you to read as you listen, deepening your connection and comprehension. - Ambient Background Music: Enrich your listening experience with calming background music that elevates your connection with the teachings. - Daily Reminders and Widgets: Never miss a lesson with timely reminders, encouraging consistent practice and fostering peace in daily life. - Experience the wisdom and guidance of “A Course in Miracles” in a fresh, modern, and user-friendly audio format. Here’s what our users are saying: "Makes it so easy to listen to my lesson as soon as I wake up. Love the prayer section for meditating. Love it all!" – Kate O'Neill, Maine "I'm enjoying it a lot, driving my car "purposelessly" just to listen. I love the background sounds, the simplicity, and efficiency. I'll be using this app daily!" – Artur Balthazar, Brazil "I love the images in the app. The layout is attractive and intuitive. ...Beautiful work!" – Mindy Micek, Minnesota "The app looks very professional and well done. It's comforting knowing I have the full Course at my fingertips, wherever I go.” – Barbra A. King, Ladysmith, Canada About the Foundation for Inner Peace: Entrusted by the Course's scribes, Drs. Helen Schucman and William Thetford, in 1975 we became the first to publish “A Course in Miracles” as envisioned by its scribes. Over the years, our commitment has expanded to translating the Course into 27 languages, each echoing the original's transformative wisdom. We continually embrace modern platforms to spread its teachings while our unwavering focus remains: to share the scribe-authorized authentic content of "A Course in Miracles." Experience the app: Embark on an enriching spiritual journey with the ACIM Audio App. Carry the Course teachings with you wherever you go. Subscription Pricing and Terms: ACIM Audio is a subscription-based service. Choose from two options: Monthly Subscription: $5.99/month Yearly Subscription: $39.99/year These prices are for United States customers. Please note that prices may vary outside the United States and might be converted to your local currency based on your country of residence. The subscription renews automatically and you can cancel anytime. Terms of Use: https://acim.org/fip/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://acim.org/fip/terms-of-use/privacy-policy/

About

DaySpeak Journal

Features
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DaySpeak is a gentle voice-first journal for capturing your everyday moments. Speak naturally and watch your words become text, or switch to typing whenever you prefer. DaySpeak helps you save thoughts, photos, and memories in one calm place, then look back through reflections that make your days easier to understand. Voice-first journaling Record your day and turn speech into text in real time. You can also type entries when that feels easier. Clearer entries DaySpeak helps clean up filler words so spoken thoughts feel easier to read while keeping your meaning intact. Gentle insights Review moods, moments, and patterns from your journal entries. Insights are designed for reflection, not diagnosis or medical advice. Weekly and monthly letters Receive calm reflections that summarize your recent days, highlights, and emotional rhythm. Memories in one place Keep journal entries, photos, and recent moments organized so they are easy to revisit. Privacy choices Choose what syncs and what stays local. Voice recordings can remain on your device, and you control cloud and AI-related settings. DaySpeak is made for people who want a softer way to journal — by speaking, typing, reflecting, and remembering at their own pace. A premium subscription may be required for some features. Subscription details and pricing are shown in the app before purchase. Privacy Policy: https://dayspeak.app/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://dayspeak.app/terms

Screenshots

A Course in Miracles Audio4 screens
DaySpeak Journal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: DaySpeak Journal at 13.0 against A Course in Miracles Audio's 15.4. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. A Course in Miracles Audio sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and DaySpeak Journal sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
A Course in Miracles Audio versus DaySpeak Journal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterA Course in Miracles AudioDaySpeak Journal
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (1.4K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews92.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.4K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.413.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size386 MB59 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFoundation for Inner Peace, Inc.qiaoqiao han

Bugs and requests

A Course in Miracles Audio

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Subscription renewal issues
  • Occasional content download failures

Requested features

5 requests
  • Offline access
  • Hourly lesson reminders
  • More narrator voice options
  • Apple Watch integration
  • Customizable home screen widget

DaySpeak Journal

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

A Course in Miracles Audio

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription (1 Month)7 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription (1 Year)14 Days trial$39.991 Year
2 purchases

DaySpeak Journal

Subscriptions2
  • DaySpeak Premium Monthly14 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • DaySpeak Premium Annual14 Days trial$69.991 Year

Questions

Is A Course in Miracles Audio free?
A Course in Miracles Audio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DaySpeak Journal free?
DaySpeak Journal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do A Course in Miracles Audio or DaySpeak Journal have ads?
Neither A Course in Miracles Audio nor DaySpeak Journal shows ads.

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