Comparison

Bhakti Plus vs Gentle Timer

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

Head to head
About

Bhakti Plus

Access live spiritual teachings and a vast library of content from Paramahamsa Vishwananda. Explore scripture commentaries, virtual pilgrimages, and exclusive talks, available with audio and subtitles in 28 languages. Download content for offline viewing and enjoy a seamless streaming experience across devices.

Highlights
  • Live satsang streaming
  • Extensive content library
  • Virtual pilgrimages
  • Multi-language support (28 languages)
  • Offline viewing
  • Background audio playback
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Bhakti+ is the official streaming platform of Paramahamsa Vishwananda, offering a transformative spiritual experience directly on your device. EXPERIENCE LIVE TEACHINGS Join Paramahamsa Vishwananda's satsangs as they happen. There's a unique power in experiencing His teachings LIVE—filled with divine energy and direct guidance for your soul. EXPLORE A RICH LIBRARY • 400+ Satsangs by topic - Timeless wisdom organized for easy discovery • Scripture Commentaries - Deep dives into sacred scriptures like Bhagavad Gita, Shreemad Bhagavatam and more • Virtual Pilgrimages - Journey to sacred places with Guruji from anywhere in the world • Exclusive Talks - Special teachings and events WATCH IN YOUR LANGUAGE Stream content with audio and subtitles in 28 languages. Set your preferred language and enjoy teachings in the way that resonates with you most. FEATURES Stream on iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV Download for offline viewing Continue watching across devices Background audio playback Sleep timer for peaceful listening Chapters navigation Multiple audio tracks and subtitles SUPPORT THE PATH Your subscription helps spread Paramahamsa Vishwananda's teachings worldwide, supporting the mission of Bhakti Marga. Download Bhakti+ today and begin your journey of love and devotion. Questions? Contact us at contact@bhakti.plus

About

Gentle Timer

This app helps children visualize time passing with a customizable image that gradually appears as a timer counts down. It's designed for calm routines like bedtime, naps, and getting ready, offering a screen-free, ad-free experience.

Highlights
  • Visual time countdown
  • Customizable images
  • Calm routine aid
  • Offline functionality
  • No ads or tracking
  • Optional end-of-timer sound
Features
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Bedtime battles. Morning meltdowns. The endless "five more minutes" argument. Kids fight time because they cannot see it. Gentle Timer lets them watch it pass. Set any duration. As the seconds tick down, an image you choose slowly appears beneath a soft fade. A favorite pet, a silly cousin, tomorrow's sunrise. Your child stops asking "is it done yet" and starts waiting for the picture to finish. Ideal for: • Sleep training early risers. Kids stay in bed until the picture finishes and morning is allowed. • Bedtime and naptime wind-downs without screens, songs, or stalling. • Brushing teeth, getting dressed, picking up toys. • Calming a toddler who has hit the wall. • Smoother transitions for children with autism or ADHD. • Helping preschoolers grasp how long five minutes really is. • Center time and quiet activities in classrooms. No bright colors. No loud alerts. No cartoon mascots screaming for attention. You pick the photo. You pick the song that plays at the end. The app stays out of your child's nervous system and out of your data. Fully offline. No ads. No accounts. No tracking. Try one calm timer today and watch the next routine go differently. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions in your Account Settings on the App Store after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when purchasing a subscription. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://BigBalli.com/privacy

Screenshots

Bhakti Plus4 screens
Gentle Timer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bhakti Plus at none against Gentle Timer's 3. Bhakti Plus also leads on ratings volume (7 vs 1). On price, rating, update cadence and ads 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. Gentle Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Bhakti Plus asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Bhakti Plus against 5.0 for Gentle Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bhakti Plus has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bhakti Plus ships an update every 5 weeks, Gentle Timer monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Bhakti Plus versus Gentle Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBhakti PlusGentle Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (7 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB63 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBhakti MargaBigBalli Consulting llc

Customer experience

Bhakti Plus

All ratings7 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Gentle Timer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Bhakti Plus

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Gentle Timer

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription$0.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription$3.991 Month
One-time1
  • Full Unlock$5.99

Questions

Is Bhakti Plus free?
Bhakti Plus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Gentle Timer free?
Gentle Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bhakti Plus or Gentle Timer?
Bhakti Plus and Gentle Timer are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 7 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Bhakti Plus or Gentle Timer have ads?
Neither Bhakti Plus nor Gentle Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bhakti Plus or Gentle Timer?
Bhakti Plus ships an update every 5 weeks, and Gentle Timer monthly. Most recently, Bhakti Plus was updated on November 5, 2026 and Gentle Timer on November 8, 2026.

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