PrayerMap vs Prayd
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — 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 • Receive notifications when someone responds to your prayer • Send and receive private messages with those who support you • Save prayers you want to continue lifting up • Mark prayers as answered to celebrate and share hope BEAUTIFUL EXPERIENCE • Interactive 3D globe showing prayers worldwide • Elegant dark and light themes • Smooth animations and thoughtful design • 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 — pray from your wrist with haptic-guided prayer sessions, and complications for your watch face.
Prayd
This app offers a sanctuary for sharing prayer requests, offering encouragement, and celebrating answered prayers. Connect with a global community or create private prayer rooms, all while maintaining your privacy. Track your prayer journey and find solace in shared faith.
- Share prayer requests anonymously or by name
- Mark prayers as 'I Prayed' for support
- Leave encouragement and scripture on requests
- Discover prayers from nearby and global users
- Receive notifications for answered prayers
- Track prayer streaks and journey
- Create private prayer rooms
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Prayd is a place to carry each other's burdens, share what's on your heart, pray for others, and celebrate when prayers are answered. Whether you're walking through a hard season or you simply want to lift others up, Prayd makes prayer personal, shared, and beautifully simple. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Share a prayer request in seconds — by name, or completely anonymously • Tap "I Prayed" to let someone know they're not praying alone • Leave encouragement, a scripture, or a word of hope on others' requests • Discover prayers from people near you, or from the global community • Be notified the moment someone prays for you — or when a prayer you joined is answered • Mark your requests Answered, Still Trusting, or Closed — and rejoice together in the Praise feed • Build a prayer streak and track your journey PRIVATE BY DESIGN • Post anonymously anytime — your name is shown only if you choose • Your exact location is never shared; nearby prayers show a city, never a pin • Start praying right away — no account required • Create private prayer rooms with people you know A QUIET, BEAUTIFUL SPACE Prayd is designed to feel like a sanctuary — calm, focused, and free of noise. Just prayer, encouragement, and answered-prayer celebration. "Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." — Galatians 6:2 Every prayer heard. Every answer celebrated.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PrayerMap at none against Prayd's 6. Prayd's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Prayd sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. PrayerMap asks for nothing beyond the download.
PrayerMap ships an update every 2 weeks, Prayd every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PrayerMap | Prayd |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 163 MB | 61 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Jeffrey Johnson | Kevin Schick |
In-app purchases
PrayerMap
No in-app purchases
Prayd
- Small gift$0.99
- Kind gift$2.99
- Generous giftz$4.99
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- Big blessing$9.99
- Abundant gift$29.99
- Overflowing gift$49.99









