Comparison

Capuchin Diary vs Benedictus

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

Head to head
About

Capuchin Diary

Features
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Capuchin Diary is a liturgical app to follow the mass readings of the day. The app is specially meant for the Franciscans, but can be used universally by the Catholics. Apart from readings and bible texts, the app has a hymnal and prayers that are useful during prayer

About

Benedictus

This app offers a comprehensive digital companion for traditional Catholic prayer and study. It provides daily prayers, full Latin and English Mass readings, a spiritual library, and resources for families and learning about the Latin Mass.

Highlights
  • Daily prayers (short & long)
  • Latin & English Mass readings
  • Spiritual library (ebooks/audiobooks)
  • Family resources (coloring pages)
  • Latin Mass formation tools
  • Rosary Crusade participation
Features
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Benedictus brings the richness of the Latin Mass and traditional Catholic prayer life to your device so you can pray, study, and grow in faith wherever you are. With daily morning and evening prayers (in both short and long formats), full Latin and English Mass readings for every day, and a wide selection of traditional Catholic resources, Benedictus is your go-to app for living the Faith in rhythm with the Church’s ancient liturgy. Key Features include: -Daily Prayers: Morning and evening prayers from the traditional Divine Office, available in short and extended versions. -Latin & English Mass Readings: Toggle easily between Latin and English for the full daily Mass texts, based on the 1962 Missale Romanum. -Spiritual Library: Access a curated collection of classic Catholic ebooks and audiobooks, including works by saints and theologians. -Family Resources: Most days include downloadable coloring pages and child-friendly reflections to engage young hearts. -Latin Mass Formation: Includes new interactive resources to help users understand and appreciate the Traditional Latin Mass more deeply. -Rosary Crusade: Join Bishop Athanasius Schneider’s global prayer effort for holy and faithful popes. -On-the-Go Access: Take your Catholic devotions and readings anywhere with this beautifully designed and easy-to-use digital companion. Whether you're a longtime attendee of the Latin Mass or a newcomer looking to deepen your prayer life, Benedictus supports your spiritual journey with daily nourishment rooted in the timeless treasures of the Church.

Screenshots

Capuchin Diary3 screens
Benedictus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Benedictus at every 2 weeks against Capuchin Diary's every 25 months. Capuchin Diary's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Capuchin Diary ships an update every 25 months, Benedictus every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Capuchin Diary versus Benedictus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCapuchin DiaryBenedictus
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.5 (11 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—11 — better
Update frequencyEvery 25 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB69 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVeerus ConcessaoSophia Institute

In-app purchases

None

Capuchin Diary

No in-app purchases

None

Benedictus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Capuchin Diary free?
Capuchin Diary is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Benedictus free?
Benedictus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Capuchin Diary or Benedictus have ads?
Neither Capuchin Diary nor Benedictus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Capuchin Diary or Benedictus?
Capuchin Diary ships an update every 25 months, and Benedictus every 2 weeks. Most recently, Capuchin Diary was updated on September 12, 2026 and Benedictus on September 21, 2026.

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