# Centering Prayer vs Stepbound

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Stepbound at none against Centering Prayer's 10. Stepbound also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). Centering Prayer's advantage is ratings volume (18K vs 1). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Centering Prayer sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Stepbound asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Centering Prayer against 5.0 for Stepbound. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Centering Prayer has 18K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Centering Prayer | Stepbound |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/centering-prayer/id844280857/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepbound-canyon-adventure/id6772763417/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **18K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 97.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 55 MB | 120 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Contemplative Outreach Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/844280860) | [KEVIN WENDELL DOWDY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896537156) |

## What reviewers say

### Centering Prayer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/centering-prayer/id844280857)

This app guides users through a silent prayer practice designed to foster a deeper relationship with God. It features an adjustable timer, customizable sounds, and opening/closing prayer options to create a peaceful environment for contemplation. Learn the ancient method of Centering Prayer adapted for modern times.

**Highlights:** Adjustable prayer timer, Opening and closing prayer options, Customizable sounds and backgrounds, Instructions for Centering Prayer, Peaceful user interface

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Active Prayer:  Pray Without Ceasing | $9.99 | one-time |
| Centering Prayer, Prayer of Consent | $9.99 | one-time |
| Practicing the Holy Spirit | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lectio Divina:  The Ancient Practice of Praying the Scriptures | $9.99 | one-time |
| Simplicity: Let Your Eye Be Single | $9.99 | one-time |
| Spirituality of Money: In God We Trust | $9.99 | one-time |
| Welcoming Prayer: Consent on the Go | $9.99 | one-time |
| Faith: An Advent Companion | $9.99 | one-time |
| Three Main Practices | $23.99 | one-time |
| Complete Contemplative Life Program | $109.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🙏 Helpful for spiritual practice
- 📚 Variety of prayers and scriptures
- ⏱️ Easy to use timer
- 🎶 Soothing opening and closing sounds
- 🌄 Pleasing seasonal backgrounds

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔇 Ending sounds could be longer
- 🎨 Limited customization options
- 🔋 Drains battery when screen is on

**Reported bugs**

- Compatibility issues with iOS 13
- Occasional crashes or freezes

**Requested features**

- Add ability to save custom prayers
- Include option to track meditation history
- Integrate with health/fitness apps


### Stepbound

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepbound-canyon-adventure/id6772763417)

This adventure game uses your real-world steps as in-game currency. Explore the Grand Canyon in 1892, making choices that impact your journey and lead to multiple endings. Your daily movement directly influences your progress and discoveries.

**Highlights:** Real step-based gameplay, Choose-your-own-adventure narrative, Grand Canyon exploration, Branching story with multiple endings, Illustrated scenes, Random encounters and item discovery, Progress tracking and achievements

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Centering Prayer free?

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

### Is Stepbound free?

Stepbound is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Centering Prayer or Stepbound?

Stepbound is rated higher. Centering Prayer averages 4.9 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while Stepbound averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Centering Prayer or Stepbound have ads?

Neither Centering Prayer nor Stepbound shows ads.

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