# PrayGate vs PrayArch

The clearest difference is ads: PrayGate at none against PrayArch's shown. PrayGate also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). PrayArch's advantage is ratings volume (12 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PrayGate sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and PrayArch sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for PrayGate against 5.0 for PrayArch. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PrayArch has 12 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

PrayGate ships an update every 4 days, PrayArch every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PrayGate | PrayArch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/praygate/id6759593359/reviews) | [5.0 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prayarch-prayer-screen-time/id6767932781/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **12** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 57 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Zendi Labs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1878852826) | [Lead Pamp LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896522373) |

## What reviewers say

### PrayGate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/praygate/id6759593359)

This app helps users build a consistent prayer life by blocking digital distractions and offering guided or quiet prayer sessions. It includes features for tracking prayer streaks, engaging in faith challenges, and fasting with purpose.

**Highlights:** App blocking schedules, Guided and quiet prayer modes, Prayer streak tracking, Faith challenges and achievements, Fasting timers and progress tracking, Daily devotionals and faith calendar

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PrayGate Pro | $5.99 | per month |
| PrayGate Pro (Annual) | $49.99 | per year |


### PrayArch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prayarch-prayer-screen-time/id6767932781)

This app encourages users to prioritize prayer over phone usage. It locks apps until a prayer is offered, provides daily Bible verses, and tracks faith growth through streaks. Users can customize prayer length and tone, with all data kept private.

**Highlights:** App locking until prayer, Personalized prayer prompts, Daily Bible verses, Full Bible access, Focus sessions for prayer, Faith streak tracking, Home screen widgets

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PrayGate Pro (Weekly) | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| PrayGate Pro (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| PrayGate Pro (Yearly) | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PrayGate free?

PrayGate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is PrayArch free?

PrayArch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PrayGate or PrayArch?

PrayGate and PrayArch are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 12 ratings respectively.

### Do PrayGate or PrayArch have ads?

PrayArch shows ads; PrayGate does not.

### Which is updated more often, PrayGate or PrayArch?

PrayGate ships an update every 4 days, and PrayArch every 6 weeks. Most recently, PrayGate was updated on October 14, 2026 and PrayArch on October 9, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*