Comparison

RightNow Media vs Connect STL

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

Head to head
About

RightNow Media

Access a vast library of Bible study videos, children's shows, and leadership resources. Stream content, download guides, and read the Bible in multiple translations. Available offline and in multiple languages.

Highlights
  • Vast streaming video library
  • In-app study guides
  • Multi-language support
  • Offline playback
  • Audio-only mode
  • Content recommendations
  • TV casting
Features
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Access the world’s largest library of Bible study video resources with the RightNow Media app. Stream content for small groups, find shows for kids, and download helpful guides for leaders. All of it available anytime, anywhere. Available for free to anyone with a RightNow Media subscription through their organization. FEATURES • Streaming Library – Watch 25,000+ videos anytime, anywhere. • In-App Study Guides – Follow along while watching RightNow Media Original series. • Bible Access – Read on your own or while watching videos. Available in 16 translations. **For church and ministry accounts. • Multi-Language Support – Content available in up to 12 languages (includes audio dubs and subtitles). • Offline Playback – Temporarily access content when you’re not near an internet connection. • Audio-Only Mode – Listen to content without video—great for commutes, working out, etc. • Manage Content – Add videos to My Saved to watch later. Pick up where you left off with Keep Watching. • Browse & Search – Browse topical libraries. Use keyword search and advanced filters. • Interactive Content & Assignments – View and complete assigned content on the go. • Share & Invite – Share content and RightNow Media access with others. • TV Casting – Stream content from your device to your TV with Chromecast, Roku, etc. • Content Recommendations – Receive notifications about new and relevant content. • User-Friendly Design – Light and dark modes; easy access to your organization’s library; updated navigation. WATCH CONTENT FROM TRUSTED LEADERS • Francis Chan • Jennie Allen • Tony Evans • J.D. Greear • Tony Dungy • James Brown • Patrick Lencioni • Henry Cloud • Jon Acuff • Nona Jones • Sadie Robertson Huff RightNow Media subscriptions are exclusively available through churches, schools, businesses, and other organizations. Want more information about giving access to everyone in your organization? Learn more: www.rightnowmedia.org

About

Connect STL

This app keeps you connected with church activities and information throughout the week. Access updates via the app, social media, and the official website for more details.

Highlights
  • Stay connected throughout the week
  • Access app, social media, and website
  • Get church information
  • Official church communication
Features
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Welcome to the official Connect Church STL app! Stay Connected throughout the week via app, social media and website. For more information about Connect, please visit: http://www.connectchurchstl.com Mobile app version: 6.24.2

Screenshots

RightNow Media4 screens
Connect STL3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Connect STL at 100% against RightNow Media's 37%. Connect STL also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.8) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). RightNow Media's advantage is ratings volume (1.1K vs 3) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Connect STL holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RightNow Media has 1.1K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of RightNow Media's written reviews are positive against 100% of Connect STL's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RightNow Media ships an update every 5 weeks, Connect STL every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
RightNow Media versus Connect STL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRightNow MediaConnect STL
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (1.1K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews37.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.1K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRightNow MinistriesConnect Church Incorporated

Customer experience

RightNow Media

All ratings1,063 ratings
Positive64.1%
Neutral12.6%
Negative23.3%
Written reviews193 reviews
Positive37.3%
Neutral20.2%
Negative42.5%

Connect STL

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

RightNow Media

No in-app purchases

None

Connect STL

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RightNow Media free?
RightNow Media is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Connect STL free?
Connect STL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RightNow Media or Connect STL?
Connect STL is rated higher. RightNow Media averages 3.8 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Connect STL averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do RightNow Media or Connect STL have ads?
Neither RightNow Media nor Connect STL shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RightNow Media or Connect STL?
RightNow Media ships an update every 5 weeks, and Connect STL every 4 months. Most recently, RightNow Media was updated on November 1, 2026 and Connect STL on November 2, 2026.

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