Comparison

Reconcile vs Catholic Confession Guide

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

Head to head
About

Reconcile

This app guides users through the Catholic sacrament of confession. It offers a structured examination of conscience, a step-by-step walkthrough of the confessional process, and tools to build a lasting spiritual habit. It also helps users find nearby parishes and keeps all personal reflections private.

Highlights
  • Guided examination of conscience
  • Step-by-step confessional walkthrough
  • Private confession journaling
  • Find nearby Catholic parishes
  • Log confessions and penance
  • Reflection questions based on Catechism and Scripture
Features
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Confession is one of the most beautiful gifts of the Catholic faith — and for many of us, one of the most intimidating. It's been too long. I won't know what to say. I'll forget something. Reconcile is here to quiet that fear. Reconcile walks with you through the whole sacrament: a thorough examination of conscience, a clear step-by-step guide to what happens in the confessional, and a gentle way to make reconciliation a lasting part of your spiritual life. PREPARE WITH CONFIDENCE • A guided examination of conscience based on the Ten Commandments, with practical, honest reflection questions • Each commandment paired with deeper context from the Catechism and Scripture • Quick Prep, a focused five-minute examination for when you go regularly • Privately mark what you want to bring to confession, note how many times, and add anything the questions don't cover in your own words — just for you • A clear guide to the difference between mortal and venial sin, grounded in the Catechism KNOW WHAT TO SAY • A step-by-step walkthrough of the sacrament, from the Sign of the Cross to the Act of Contrition • The walkthrough draws in the sins you noted, how many times, and how long it's been, so the words come easily • The full Act of Contrition and other prayers in large, easy-to-read text for the confessional • A compassionate guide for coming back if it has been years — you are not the first, and you are welcome END THE DAY IN GRATITUDE • The Daily Examen of St. Ignatius: five movements, five minutes • Gratitude, a look back over your day, forgiveness, and a resolution for tomorrow BUILD THE HABIT • Log each confession and watch your spiritual life unfold over time • Record the penance you were given and get a gentle reminder to complete it • Gentle reminders to return, as often as you choose — never guilt, never shame • A private journal for your reflections after each confession FIND A PARISH • Search for Catholic parishes near you when you're ready to go PRIVATE BY DESIGN Your examination, your confessions, your journal — all of it stays on your device. Your reflections are encrypted. Lock the app with a PIN if you share your phone. Nothing is uploaded, sold, or shared. What you bring to confession is between you and God. Available in English and Spanish — switch anytime in Settings. RECONCILE PREMIUM Free Reconcile gives you everything you need to prepare and go. Premium deepens the journey: • The Beatitudes examination — reflect on virtue and growth, not only sins • Confession Insights — see your patterns and spiritual growth over time However long it's been, you are welcome. Reconcile will help you take the next step — with peace. Reconcile Premium is an auto-renewable subscription: • Monthly — $1.99/month • Annual — $14.99/year Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use: https://www.credoworks.net/applications/reconcile/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.credoworks.net/applications/reconcile/privacy

About

Catholic Confession Guide

Features
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Catholic Confession Journal helps you prepare for confession with peace, clarity, and prayer. The app includes a guided examination of conscience, a private journal for your reflections, prayers before and after confession, spiritual reminders, and a simple way to track resolutions after confession. It is designed to support your personal preparation, help you reflect honestly, and grow in grace through concrete spiritual commitments. Main features: Guided examination of conscience Clear spiritual categories Private on-device journal Daily mini examen Catholic prayers Confession and prayer reminders Spiritual resolutions and progress tracking Premium content for deeper preparation This app is a personal spiritual preparation tool. It does not replace the Sacrament of Reconciliation or guidance from a priest. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://deisyapp.appmakerpro.website/privacypolicy.html

Screenshots

Reconcile4 screens
Catholic Confession Guide4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Reconcile at none against Catholic Confession Guide's 3. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Catholic Confession Guide sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Reconcile asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Reconcile versus Catholic Confession Guide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReconcileCatholic Confession Guide
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCredo Works LLCDeisy Renteria

In-app purchases

None

Reconcile

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Catholic Confession Guide

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium Subscription$3.991 Month
  • Annual Premium Subscription$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium Access$49.99

Questions

Is Reconcile free?
Reconcile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Catholic Confession Guide free?
Catholic Confession Guide is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Reconcile or Catholic Confession Guide have ads?
Neither Reconcile nor Catholic Confession Guide shows ads.

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