Comparison

Sabeeli Academy vs QalbCalm

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

Head to head
About

Sabeeli Academy

Features
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Sabeeli Academy is an Islamic e-learning digital generic platform founded to educate new Muslims, non-Arabic speaking Muslims and all Muslims who seek online reliable Islamic knowledge- and those represent a very large segment of Muslims worldwide, adopting the best, up-to-date educational curricula and motivating instructional means and media used for interactive education. Operated by an integrated team of skilled and talented teachers who have been trained to use digital online teaching technologies, supervised by a team of specialized technical staff of app developers, digital platform managers, Sabeeli e-platform provides its services introducing moderate Islamic curriculum, which is designed, graded and sequenced according to the age and level of learners, in different international languages. The E-Da`wah Committee (EDC) has begun offering its online learning and training services since 2012 through its various sites, apps and social networks. Since 2020, particularly after the launch of “Chatonfaith.com” website through which more than 7 thousand people have converted to Islam, the EDC has become a unique and ground-breaking Islamic e-learning platform. Such great number of new converts formed the first nucleus of an exceptional e-learning experience with some 9 thousand graduates. Therefore, Sabeeli Academy has been founded to educate new Muslims, non-Arabic speaking Muslims and all Muslims about Islam in different international languages, embracing the latest educational approaches and technological tools. Project Objectives: Use of modern technology in Islamic distance/online education, serving Islam and Muslims around the world. Present the true image of Islam and its authentic message based on the Qur’an and Sunnah of the Prophet and away from doctrinal disagreements. Facilitate Islamic education for target groups and enrich their learning experience with digital technology. Use this e-learning platform as a means of giving dawah/calling to Allah (the Exalted). Increase the authentic Islamic audio-visual content on the internet in different languages. Convey the moderate message of Islam and its human and moral values and principles. Make Islamic knowledge accessible to a great number of people of different faiths and different languages. Build a diverse Islamic visual content and utilize different learning styles for different types of learners. Offer continuing education and support to new converts, what helps them get connected to the faith. Educate and support Muslim youth and young adults around the world who are seeking to learn about Islam, bringing them together under the realm of Islam. Preserve and promote the Islamic values and morals through the e-learning environment. Target Learners: New Muslims Non-Arabic speaking Muslims All Muslims who seek to learn the fundamentals of Islam Muslim youth and young adults from countries all over the world Intended Results: Promote distance learning. Present moderate Islam reflected in a reliable, balanced and moderate Islamic education, devoid of any bias or extremism. Make Islamic education affordable in different 17 languages for new Muslims and Muslims worldwide. Build a specialized leading e-learning Kuwait-based platform led by an experienced team, providing new Muslims and all Muslims around the world with a quality educational experience.

About

QalbCalm

This app offers a spiritual wellness experience for Muslims, integrating Quran reading with guided meditation sessions. Track your progress, earn spiritual rewards, and enjoy a distraction-free interface designed for inner peace.

Highlights
  • Complete Quran reading with Arabic text
  • Auto-save reading progress
  • Track reading journey across Surahs
  • Listen to Qari recitations
  • Islamic-themed guided meditation sessions
  • Earn spiritual rewards (hasanat)
  • Offline Quran reading
Features
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QalbCalm is your companion for spiritual wellness, combining the beauty of Quran reading with calming meditation sessions designed for Muslims. QURAN READING - Read the complete Quran with beautiful Arabic text - Auto-save progress as you read each ayah - Track your reading journey across all 114 Surahs - Listen to recitations from renowned Qaris - Card view for focused reading or list view for browsing GUIDED MEDITATION - Islamic-themed meditation sessions - Calm your mind with peaceful audio and visuals - Sessions designed for Muslim mindfulness - Build a consistent meditation habit TRACK YOUR PROGRESS - Earn hasanat (spiritual rewards) for each ayah you read - View your daily, weekly, and monthly progress - Set and achieve spiritual goals - Watch your consistency grow over time FEATURES - Beautiful, distraction-free interface - Works offline for Quran reading - Dark theme for comfortable reading - Progress synced across devices Begin your journey to inner peace. Download QalbCalm and nurture your soul with daily Quran reading and meditation. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdfla/

Screenshots

Sabeeli Academy4 screens
QalbCalm3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sabeeli Academy at none against QalbCalm's 2. Sabeeli Academy also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). QalbCalm's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 months). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. QalbCalm sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Sabeeli Academy asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sabeeli Academy ships an update every 3 months, QalbCalm every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Sabeeli Academy versus QalbCalm: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSabeeli AcademyQalbCalm
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB105 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTrust Technology Computer ServiceQALBCALM LLC

In-app purchases

None

Sabeeli Academy

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

QalbCalm

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$7.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$84.991 Year

Questions

Is Sabeeli Academy free?
Sabeeli Academy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is QalbCalm free?
QalbCalm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Sabeeli Academy or QalbCalm have ads?
Neither Sabeeli Academy nor QalbCalm shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sabeeli Academy or QalbCalm?
Sabeeli Academy ships an update every 3 months, and QalbCalm every 8 days. Most recently, Sabeeli Academy was updated on November 7, 2026 and QalbCalm on November 5, 2026.

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