Daily Hope vs DiscipleFirst
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Daily Hope
Access Bible teaching with a fresh, modern design and intuitive layout. Quickly find encouragement in English or Spanish, wherever you are. This redesigned app makes accessing spiritual guidance easier than ever.
- Pastor Rick's Bible teaching
- Redesigned interface
- Intuitive layout
- Available in English
- Available in Spanish
- Quick encouragement
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The Daily Hope app has been completely redesigned to make it easier than ever to access Pastor Rick’s Bible teaching. With a fresh, modern look and a simple, intuitive layout you can quickly find encouragement wherever you are. Now available in both English and Spanish. If you already have the Daily Hope app, update it to enjoy the new features.
DiscipleFirst
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At discipleFIRST we help leaders develop a disciple-making culture in their ministry. We serve as a resource for pastors to encourage, equip and champion disciple making in the local church following the model of Jesus Christ. This app provides users access to resources any time, any where.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DiscipleFirst at none against Daily Hope's 6. Daily Hope's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Daily Hope sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. DiscipleFirst asks for nothing beyond the download.
Daily Hope ships an update every 3 weeks, DiscipleFirst every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and May 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Daily Hope | DiscipleFirst |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (344 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 49.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 344 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 45 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Daily Hope Ministries | discipleFIRST (Apps) |
Bugs and requests
Daily Hope
Reported bugs
13 issues- App stops updating after weeks of use
- XML Parser error messages preventing app access
- App crashes when opening workbook button
- Audio playback stops when screen is turned off
- Audio playback stops when using other apps
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- App fails to load current day's devotion
- 404 file not found errors for audio streaming
- App becomes inaccessible after extended use
- Inconsistent devotion dates between app and other platforms
- Intro video plays every time app launches
- Font size too small and unreadable on iPhone
- App only displays in portrait mode on iPad
- Email notification system not working properly
Requested features
11 requests- Bookmark or heart feature to save favorite devotions
- Dark mode support for eye comfort
- Background audio playback capability
- Message outline availability within the app
- Ability to track listened/read devotions
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- Larger and darker font options
- Push notification reminders for daily devotions
- Social sharing and accountability features for small groups
- Gift purchase options
- Easier card management and payment options
- Disable or skip intro video option
DiscipleFirst
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Daily Hope
- What on Earth am I Here for?$13.99
- Life Management$13.99
- Life's Healing Choices$13.99
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- Raising Your Kids Without Raising Your Blood Pressure$13.99
- S.H.A.P.E.$13.99
- 40 Days in the Word$13.99
DiscipleFirst
No in-app purchases
Questions
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