Prabodhanam vs Minbar
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Prabodhanam
Access and read popular Malayalam magazines like Prabodhanam, Aramam, and Bhodanam. Stay informed with current affairs and family-oriented content delivered conveniently through this digital platform.
- Read Prabodhanam, Aramam, and Bhodanam magazines
- Access weekly and monthly issues
- Covers current affairs and family content
- Digital magazine subscription platform
- Malayalam language content
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The Prabodhanam app is a platform for users to subscribe and read the Prabodhanam, Bhodanam, and Aramam magazines. Prabodhanam is a weekly magazine, Aramam is published monthly, and Bhodanam is published bi-monthly, all in the Malayalam language. The app offers a convenient way for users to access and enjoy these magazines, which cover a wide range of topics, including current affairs and family-oriented content. Stay up-to-date with the latest issues, articles, and features from these popular magazines through the Prabodhanam app.
Minbar
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Manara is an AI-powered smart application designed to help all communities understand and apply the meanings of Friday sermons, especially non-Arabic speakers, children, women, patients, and travelers. The app provides real-time audio translation, intelligent summaries, interactive Q&A, and practical reminders, transforming sermons into continuous positive life impact. Real-time audio translation of Friday sermons into English.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Prabodhanam at 15.6 against Minbar's 17.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Prabodhanam ships an update every 5 weeks, Minbar monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Prabodhanam | Minbar |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | โ |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Monthly โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | โ |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 โ better | 17.0 |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 62 MB | 49 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | D4DX Innovations LLP | Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs |
In-app purchases
Prabodhanam
No in-app purchases
Minbar
No in-app purchases
