Comparison

Sanctuary First vs Rooted

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

Head to head
About

Sanctuary First

Connect with a vibrant online worshipping community. Access live events, daily prayers, Bible readings, podcasts, videos, and blog posts. Engage in discussions and enjoy music to deepen your faith and find a moment of sanctuary.

Highlights
  • Live events (worship, music, book clubs)
  • Daily prayers and Bible readings
  • Podcasts and videos
  • Faith and life blog posts
  • Original music and worship songs
  • Virtual Coffee Shop for global chat
Features
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Welcome to the official Sanctuary First app. Sanctuary First is a vibrant online worshipping community based in Scotland. We are passionate about exploring new ways for people to connect with God, spirituality, and one another. Download our app and take a moment to find a little sanctuary. Features: • Join live events such as worship services, live music gigs, book clubs and more… • Get daily prayers and Bible readings to encourage you in your walk with God. • Enjoy our newest podcasts and videos featuring lively discussion, peaceful meditations, engaging stories, and other resources to help deepen your faith. • Read our regular blog posts as we puzzle and reflect together on faith and life. • Listen to new music and worship songs by talented artists from our community. • Join The Virtual Coffee Shop and chat directly with other people from all over the world (this feature is via the Zoom meeting software) Sanctuary First is a pioneer ministry of the Church of Scotland.  Find out more at: www.sanctuaryfirst.org.uk

About

Rooted

Features
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Rooted: 40 Days is a transformative journey designed to cultivate generosity in your daily life through simple, powerful actions. Each day for 40 days, Rooted provides you with a meaningful generosity challenge that inspires you to reach out beyond yourself and make a positive impact. Whether it's a small act of kindness, a moment of giving, or a new perspective on sharing your resources, Rooted guides you through a comprehensive experience of what it means to live generously. WHY ROOTED? • Daily Inspiration: Receive thoughtful, biblically-based prompts that challenge you to grow in new ways • Gentle Reminders: Choose when to be notified so generosity becomes a natural part of your day • Personal Reflection: Track your journey and see how small acts create lasting change • Community Connection: Share your experiences and inspire others on the same path • Spiritual Growth: Deepen your faith through practical application of biblical principles Rooted is designed for Christians seeking practical ways to live out their faith. Whether you're new to the concept of intentional generosity or looking to deepen existing practices, this 40-day journey provides structure, accountability, and inspiration. The app's clean, intuitive design keeps the focus on what matters most: transforming your relationship with giving. No complicated features or distractions—just daily guidance toward a more generous life. Join thousands of others who have discovered that generosity isn't just about what you give—it's about who you become. Download Rooted today and begin your 40-day journey toward lasting transformation.

Screenshots

Sanctuary First4 screens
Rooted4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Rooted at daily against Sanctuary First's every 3 months. 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

Sanctuary First ships an update every 3 months, Rooted daily. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Sanctuary First versus Rooted: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSanctuary FirstRooted
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSanctus Media LtdLee WATKINS

In-app purchases

None

Sanctuary First

No in-app purchases

None

Rooted

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sanctuary First free?
Sanctuary First is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Rooted free?
Rooted is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Sanctuary First or Rooted have ads?
Neither Sanctuary First nor Rooted shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sanctuary First or Rooted?
Sanctuary First ships an update every 3 months, and Rooted daily. Most recently, Sanctuary First was updated on October 20, 2026 and Rooted on October 19, 2026.

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