PrayerMap vs Prayward
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
PrayerMap
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PrayerMap brings people together through prayer, using a beautiful location-based map that connects hearts across neighborhoods and around the world. SHARE YOUR PRAYERS Post prayer requests using text, voice recordings, or video. Choose to share with your name or anonymously - your choice, your comfort level. Watch as your prayer appears on the map, visible to others who want to support you. DISCOVER & SUPPORT OTHERS Explore prayers from people in your community and beyond. See the beautiful "prayer lines" that form as people connect across the globe. Show a neighbor you're praying with them, or send a personal message of gratitude and encouragement. MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS โข Receive notifications when someone responds to your prayer โข Send and receive private messages with those who support you โข Save prayers you want to continue lifting up โข Mark prayers as answered to celebrate and share hope BEAUTIFUL EXPERIENCE โข Interactive 3D globe showing prayers worldwide โข Elegant dark and light themes โข Smooth animations and thoughtful design โข Audio and video prayer options for deeper expression SAFE & RESPECTFUL COMMUNITY We take safety seriously. All content is automatically screened before posting, and our moderation team reviews reports promptly. Users can easily report concerns, and we provide crisis resources for those who may be struggling. BUILT DIFFERENT PrayerMap is a 100% non-profit ministry. We will never sell your data, show you ads, or monetize your prayers in any way. We exist for one purpose: to connect people through prayer. Whether you're seeking support during a difficult time, want to pray for others, or simply desire to be part of a faith-filled community, PrayerMap welcomes you. Download now and place your prayer on the map. Now with Apple Watch companion app โ pray from your wrist with haptic-guided prayer sessions, and complications for your watch face.
Prayward
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Have you ever told someone "I'll pray for you" ...and then forgotten? Prayward is a Christian prayer tracking app built like an RPG quest board. Every prayer becomes a quest. Every answered prayer becomes a testimony. Nothing slips through the cracks. TRACK EVERY PRAYER Create prayer quests for the people and situations you're believing God for. Log when you pray, mark when He answers, and watch your answered prayers fill the Hall of Testimony โ a living record of God's faithfulness in your life. GROW IN FAITH, LEVEL UP Prayward rewards consistency. Pray daily to build your streak, earn experience, and level up your prayer warrior. The more faithful you are, the stronger you become and the more of the guild's story is revealed to you. NEVER FORGET WHAT GOD HAS DONE The Hall of Testimony is your memorial. Every answered prayer is recorded and waiting for the moments when you need to remember that He has moved before, and He will move again. DAILY QUESTS FROM THE GUILD Each day brings fresh prayer quests from the Guild. Handpicked missions to intercede for others and expand your faith beyond yourself. JOURNAL YOUR JOURNEY Reflect on what God is teaching you. The Archives preserve every journal entry so future you can look back and see how far you've come. UNLOCK THE LORE As you grow in faithfulness, Embermane and the guild share their story a rich narrative of faith, doubt, forgiveness, and redemption revealed level by level. EARN YOUR EMBLEMS Over 30 unique profile icons unlock as you hit milestones first answered prayer, streak achievements, testimonies shared, and more. Each emblem tells your story. ORDER OF THE WATCHMEN โ PREMIUM Unlock unlimited prayer quests, unlimited journal entries, S-Rank daily missions, and exclusive emblems reserved for the most devoted prayer warriors. Your prayers matter. Every single one. Start your quest today. https://prayward.app/terms/ https://prayward.app/privacy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PrayerMap at none against Prayward's 2. Prayward's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Prayward sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. PrayerMap asks for nothing beyond the download.
PrayerMap ships an update every 2 weeks, Prayward every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PrayerMap | Prayward |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 days โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No โ better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch โ better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 163 MB | 248 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jeffrey Johnson | Christian Francisco |
In-app purchases
PrayerMap
No in-app purchases
Prayward
- Order of The Watchmen Monthly7 Days trial$7.991 Month
- The Order of the Watchmen Yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year
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