Comparison

Fajr Buddy vs Pray Buddy

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

Head to head
About

Fajr Buddy

Features
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Fajr Buddy is the alarm app built for one purpose: making sure you never miss Fajr again. Most alarm apps let you dismiss with a single tap — making it far too easy to roll over and go back to sleep. Fajr Buddy is different. To turn off your alarm, you must physically get up and scan an NFC tag placed anywhere in your home — your bathroom, your prayer mat, your kitchen. No scan, no silence. HOW IT WORKS • Set your Fajr alarm (or any alarm) in the app • Place your NFC tag somewhere that requires you to get out of bed • When the alarm rings, scan the tag to dismiss it • One-time snooze available — but only once, and it only delays by 5 minutes FEATURES • AlarmKit Integration (New) — Native, critical-level system alarms that override your phone's Silent switch and Do Not Disturb modes. • NFC Tag Dismissal — the only way to stop the alarm is to scan your registered tag • One-Time Snooze — postpones all subsequent alarms by 5 minutes, once per day • Lost Tag Mode — if you've misplaced your tag, hold the Lost Tag button for 60 seconds to dismiss without scanning • Multiple Alarms — set separate alarms for Fajr, Suhoor, or any time you need • Test Alarm — schedule a test ring in 10 seconds to verify everything is working • Re-register NFC Tag — replace your tag at any time from Settings • Clean Dark UI — distraction-free design built for use in low light YOUR PRIVACY Fajr Buddy collects zero data. No account needed. No internet connection required. All alarm times and settings are stored locally on your device only. Your NFC tag ID never leaves your phone. REQUIREMENTS • iOS 26.1 or later Whether you struggle to wake up for Fajr or simply want a more disciplined morning, Fajr Buddy gives you the accountability you need. ؚارك الله فيكم

About

Pray Buddy

Features
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Pray Buddy is your warm prayer companion for daily Salah. Designed for the whole family — adults, teens, and kids. PRAYER TIMES • Accurate Salah times based on your location • 8 calculation methods including Muslim World League, ISNA, Umm al-Qura, Egyptian, and Diyanet/DITIB official times • Fajr, Shuruq, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha • Hanafi and Shafi madhab support • Smart prayer reminders right when each time begins QIBLA DIRECTION • Built-in compass pointing toward the Kaaba • Uses true heading from GPS for precise direction • Works offline with your device sensors YOUR PRAYER BUDDY • A friendly animated buddy that walks every prayer with you • Voice encouragement when you mark prayers — 4 voice styles (Boy, Girl, Man, Woman) • Kids Mode with age-appropriate voices and gentle guidance • Whisper mode during quiet hours (10 PM – 7 AM) so nobody wakes • Silent confirmation when marking past prayers — no late-day surprises PRAYER TRACKING • Track your daily prayers with a simple tap • Haptic feedback confirms each prayer • Weekly progress overview • Multiple profiles for the whole family FEATURES • 5 languages: English, Turkish, Arabic, Spanish, French • Hijri calendar with Islamic holidays and Jummah highlight • Duas collection for daily supplications • Dhikr counter for tasbeeh • Home screen widget for quick prayer status • Live Activity on the lock screen and Dynamic Island • Dark mode optimized design • No ads, no tracking, no data collection Pray Buddy respects your privacy. All data stays on your device. No account, no sign-up, no telemetry.

Screenshots

Fajr Buddy4 screens
Pray Buddy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Pray Buddy at every 4 days against Fajr Buddy's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Fajr Buddy ships an update every 3 weeks, Pray Buddy every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
Fajr Buddy versus Pray Buddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFajr BuddyPray Buddy
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS26.126.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUPPER LIMIT LABS PRIVATE LIMITEDMuhlis Karaca

In-app purchases

None

Fajr Buddy

No in-app purchases

None

Pray Buddy

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Fajr Buddy free?
Fajr Buddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pray Buddy free?
Pray Buddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Fajr Buddy or Pray Buddy have ads?
Neither Fajr Buddy nor Pray Buddy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Fajr Buddy or Pray Buddy?
Fajr Buddy ships an update every 3 weeks, and Pray Buddy every 4 days. Most recently, Fajr Buddy was updated on September 7, 2026 and Pray Buddy on September 13, 2026.

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