Pray the Psalter vs El Junto
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pray the Psalter
This app provides multiple ways to engage with the Psalms for daily prayer, including individual Psalms, daily hours, and designated readings. Users can bookmark and tag Psalms to create personalized collections.
- Pray Psalms individually
- Pray Daily Hours
- Pray kathismata readings
- Bookmark Psalms
- Tag Psalms for custom lists
- King James Version text (Septuagint conform)
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The Church has been praying the Psalms, privately and corporately, since the very beginning. From the believers in Acts 4 praying Psalm 2, to early monastics reciting the entire Psalter every day, the Psalms infuse Orthodox worship through today. "Pray the Psalter" offers three ways to include the Psalms in daily prayer: - Pray the Psalms one-by-one - Pray the Daily Hours (Psalms assigned to different parts of the day) - Pray the designated 'kathismata' (or part of one) day-by-day Bookmark a Psalm to add a personal note, and tag Psalms to create custom lists. This psalter uses the text of the King James Version, edited to conform to the Septuagint. Holy Prophet David, intercede for us!
El Junto
This app facilitates meaningful connections through shared reading experiences. Discover and join book clubs, engage in discussions via integrated messaging and video conferencing, and connect with others who share your literary interests.
- Discover and join book clubs
- Integrated messaging for communication
- Built-in video conferencing for discussions
- Browse bookcases and connect over interests
- Virtual clubhouse for book discussions
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El Junto: Read & Connect. Connect & Read. Step into the future of meaningful connections with El Junto, where the timeless art of conversation meets modern technology. Whether you're exploring fascinating books or seeking to connect with like-minded people, El Junto is your ultimate book club companion. FEATURES: Discover Your Community: Find others reading the same book and join dynamic one-off “Impromptu” clubs or discover your vibe in a lasting “Standing” book club. Seamless Communication: Stay connected with integrated messaging to chat, coordinate meeting times, and exchange details effortlessly. Virtual Clubhouse: Host engaging book discussions with built-in video conferencing. Explore and Connect: Browse bookcases, connect over shared interests, and embark on a journey of ideas and conversations. El Junto is more than an app—it’s a gateway to vibrant discussions and enduring connections. Download now to start your free trial and elevate your conversations! SUBSCRIPTION & TRIAL INFO: El Junto offers a 30-day free trial to explore all features. After the trial, continued access requires a subscription. Subscription Price: $3.99/month (varies by region) Auto-Renewal: Your subscription will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the trial or current period ends. Manage Subscription: You can manage or cancel your subscription in app store settings after purchase. El Junto’s Terms of Service can be found at https://eljunto.com/termsofservice.html.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pray the Psalter at none against El Junto's 1. Pray the Psalter also leads on ratings volume (13 vs 1). El Junto's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. El Junto sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. Pray the Psalter asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Pray the Psalter against 5.0 for El Junto. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pray the Psalter has 13 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Pray the Psalter ships an update every 4 months, El Junto monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pray the Psalter | El Junto |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (13 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 13 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 147 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | VDUB Software, LLC | El Junto Inc. |
Customer experience
Pray the Psalter
El Junto
In-app purchases
Pray the Psalter
No in-app purchases
El Junto
- Monthly Access1 Month trial$3.991 Month
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