Comparison

Maryada vs iBani

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

Head to head
About

Maryada

Access the Sikh Rehat Maryada, a code of conduct for Sikhs, in both Gurmukhi (Punjabi) and English. This app provides the most current version of this important religious document, standardized by Sikh scholars.

Highlights
  • Gurmukhi version
  • English version
  • Current Rehat Maryada
  • Standardized Sikh practices
  • Historical context
Features
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The Sikh Rehat Maryada is a code of conduct for Sikhs. The app has both a gurmukhi (punjabi) and English version of the most current rehat maryada. This document was preceded by the Gurdwaras Act of 1925, which laid down the definition of a Sikh. In 1915 and later in 1931, attempts were made to create a modern standard rehat ("code"). In 1950 the current Sikh Rehat Maryada was produced based upon the work of Sikh scholars, seeking to better standardise Sikh practices throughout the international community.

About

iBani

Features
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iBanis – Your Complete Gurbani App iBanis is designed to bring the wisdom of Gurbani closer to you, wherever you are. Whether you’re reading your daily Nitnem, exploring the depth of Guru Granth Sahib Ji, or studying the powerful verses of Dasam Granth Sahib Ji and Sarbloh Prakash, iBanis provides a clean, modern, and accessible reading experience. Key Features: • Nitnem Banis: Start and end your day with Japji Sahib, Jaap Sahib, Tav Prasad Savaiye, Chaupai Sahib, Anand Sahib, and more. • Full Scriptures: Access Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Dasam Granth Sahib Ji, and Sarbloh Prakash Granth in one app. • Multiple Languages: Read in Gurmukhi and English to suit your comfort and understanding. • Offline Access: Carry Gurbani with you everywhere – no internet needed. • Simple & Beautiful UI: Focus on Gurbani without distractions, with a clean and easy-to-read design. • Categorized Reading: Explore Banis by Nitnem, Dasam Darbar, Raag Darbar, and Sarv Granth for easy navigation. • iPhone & iPad Ready: Enjoy a seamless reading experience across all your Apple devices. Why iBanis? We built iBanis to make Gurbani accessible for everyone – whether you are a daily reader, a student of Sikh history, or someone reconnecting with Sikhi. With a blend of tradition and technology, iBanis ensures Gurbani stays at your fingertips, anytime, anywhere.

Screenshots

Maryada4 screens
iBani4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: iBani at every 2 months against Maryada's every 8 months. Maryada's advantage is iOS requirement (8.0 vs 18.6). 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

Maryada ships an update every 8 months, iBani every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Maryada versus iBani: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMaryadaiBani
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKhalis, Inc.Brahmjot Singh Tatla

In-app purchases

None

Maryada

No in-app purchases

None

iBani

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Maryada free?
Maryada is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iBani free?
iBani is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Maryada or iBani have ads?
Neither Maryada nor iBani shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Maryada or iBani?
Maryada ships an update every 8 months, and iBani every 2 months. Most recently, Maryada was updated on October 9, 2026 and iBani on October 25, 2026.

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