The Square And Compasses vs CTFM Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Square And Compasses
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The official Square and Compasses app provides Masonic brothers with essential resources in one convenient platform. Access our latest lodge magazines categorised by jurisdiction, degree, and special interests—all designed specifically for members of the Craft. Key Features: - Browse and read the latest Masonic publications organised by category - Access a comprehensive Calendar View of lodge meetings, degree work, and fraternal events - Explore our extensive archive of past magazines in PDF format, readable within the app or downloadable for offline access - Register with your membership details to unlock enhanced features - Engage with fellow Brethren by liking and commenting on articles (members only) - View detailed calendar events including times, locations, and dress codes (members only) - Non-registered visitors can still access public blogs and view downloadable PDFs The app respects the privacy and traditions of the fraternity while providing a modern, intuitive interface for Brethren to stay connected with Masonic education and events.
CTFM Reader
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CTFM Reader brings Connecticut Freemasons newspaper issues together in one convenient app. Browse issues by year, select an issue, and read it directly on your iPhone or iPad. CTFM Reader provides an easy way to access the history and current publications of Connecticut Freemasonry. Features: • Browse newspaper issues by year • Read complete newspaper issues in the app • Pull to refresh and check for newly available issues • Optimized for iPhone and iPad
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Verdict
The Square And Compasses and CTFM Reader are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | The Square And Compasses | CTFM Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 52 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Theme Champs Private Limited | Francis Way |
In-app purchases
The Square And Compasses
No in-app purchases
CTFM Reader
No in-app purchases
Questions
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