# iPraises vs Athon

The clearest difference is rating: Athon at 4.9 against iPraises's 4.0. Athon also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (742 vs 6). iPraises's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Athon sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. iPraises asks for nothing beyond the download.

Athon holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Athon has 742 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of iPraises's written reviews are positive against 91% of Athon's.

iPraises ships an update every 6 weeks, Athon every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iPraises | Athon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipraises/id6447789542/reviews) | **[4.9 (742 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/athon-orthodox-bible/id6748612588/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **742** |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews | **91.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 47 MB | 513 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | +17 |
| Developer | [Eparchy of Edmonton](https://appshunter.io/developer/1682692334) | [Product Tech SRL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1826568404) |

## What reviewers say

### iPraises

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipraises/id6447789542)

This app serves as a daily spiritual guide for those following the Byzantine tradition, offering resources for prayer and navigating the Liturgical Year. It's designed for clergy, lay people, families, and youth within the Eastern-Catholic Church.

**Highlights:** Daily prayer companion, Byzantine tradition focus, Liturgical Year guidance, For home, church, or on-the-go, Eastern-Catholic Church resources

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Athon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/athon-orthodox-bible/id6748612588)

This app integrates Orthodox Christian practices into daily life, offering scripture readings, fasting calendars, audio Bible studies, and lives of saints. It provides a structured and devotional experience for those seeking to deepen their faith, learn about Orthodoxy, or maintain spiritual connection.

**Highlights:** Daily Orthodox Scripture readings, Feast and fasting calendars, Audio Bible studies, Lives of over 900 saints, Offline Orthodox Bible, Complete prayer book with audio, AI-powered Orthodox Q&A

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Athon Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| 3-Day Free Trial | $4.99 | per month |
| Athon Monthly – Premium Access | $6.99 | per month |
| Athon Yearly - Premium 50% OFF | $19.99 | per year |
| Athon Yearly - Premium 25 OFF | $29.99 | per year |
| Athon Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Athon Yearly – Premium Access | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🙏 Helpful and inspiring daily tips
- 📖 Useful resources for spiritual growth
- 📆 Reminders for prayers, fasts, and feast days
- 🌟 Beautifully designed with inspiring artwork
- 🧭 Excellent guidance for new Orthodox Christians

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Premium features locked behind paywall
- 🤖 Concerns about AI-generated content

**Reported bugs**

- None reported

**Requested features**

- Ability to add personal prayer rule to daily routine
- Offline mode for prayers and scripture reading


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iPraises free?

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

### Is Athon free?

Athon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iPraises or Athon?

Athon is rated higher. iPraises averages 4.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Athon averages 4.9 from 742 ratings.

### Do iPraises or Athon have ads?

Neither iPraises nor Athon shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iPraises or Athon?

iPraises ships an update every 6 weeks, and Athon every 6 days. Most recently, iPraises was updated on November 3, 2026 and Athon on November 5, 2026.

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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.*