# iPraises vs Synaxis

The clearest difference is rating: Synaxis at 4.9 against iPraises's 3.8. Synaxis also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 71%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks). iPraises's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Synaxis sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. iPraises asks for nothing beyond the download.

Synaxis holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Synaxis has 53 ratings behind it against 5, 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 100% of Synaxis's.

iPraises ships an update every 6 weeks, Synaxis every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iPraises | Synaxis |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipraises/id6447789542/reviews) | **[4.9 (53 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synaxis-orthodox-calendar/id6780192283/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **53** |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 47 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Eparchy of Edmonton](https://appshunter.io/developer/1682692334) | [Vytautas Jazbutis](https://appshunter.io/developer/1829284015) |

## 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


### Synaxis

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synaxis-orthodox-calendar/id6780192283)

This app provides a reverent companion for Orthodox Christians, offering daily fasting rules, saints, readings, and prayers. It supports both New and Old calendars and includes a prayer rope feature. An optional one-time purchase unlocks advanced planning and tracking tools.

**Highlights:** Daily fasting rules and calendar, Saints and commemorations, Appointed daily readings, Daily prayer rule, Jesus Prayer rope, New and Old Calendar support, Home screen widget

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Synaxis Pro | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iPraises free?

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

### Is Synaxis free?

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

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

Synaxis is rated higher. iPraises averages 3.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Synaxis averages 4.9 from 53 ratings.

### Do iPraises or Synaxis have ads?

Synaxis shows ads; iPraises does not.

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

iPraises ships an update every 6 weeks, and Synaxis every 2 weeks. Most recently, iPraises was updated on October 11, 2026 and Synaxis on October 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.*