Comparison

AMS USA vs Bodhi Prayer

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

Head to head
About

AMS USA

This app connects Catholics serving in the US military and their families with spiritual resources. It offers daily readings, reflections, bible studies, prayers, and inspirational talks to support their faith journey.

Highlights
  • Daily readings and reflections
  • Bible studies
  • Inspirational talks
  • Catholic and military prayers
  • Live stream portal
Features
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The AMS USA app is designed to connect this global archdiocese on which the sun never sets. There are over 1.8 million Catholics in the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA who include those serving in all branches of the armed forces and their families, those in VA medical centers, and those serving the US government outside our borders. The app provides daily readings, reflections on scripture, bible studies, inspirational and educational talks, Catholic and military prayers, and a live stream portal. This app strives to provide spiritual strength and resources necessary for those who support the mission of security and freedom. Catholics in the military also have a mission of faith, rooted in their baptism, that necessarily informs their daily interactions. Catholics are called to turn to the gift of faith, pray fervently, and be open to making their faith life a daily priority. Each is called to serve one another thereby helping Christ to be made known in the world. These resources are designed to support your daily discipline as a disciple of Jesus Christ. May god bless you in each day of your service as you willingly share the joy of Catholicism with others. The AMS USA App was created with the Subsplash App Platform. Mobile app version: 6.23.8

About

Bodhi Prayer

Features
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Bodhi Prayer is a calm, modern companion for daily Buddhist practice — not a PDF reader, but a living prayer book on your iPhone. Take refuge in two taps. Read sacred verses, chant along, and follow complete ceremonies in the right order — at home, at the temple, or on the go. YOUR DAILY REFUGE • Today’s Prayer and Daily Wisdom help you return each day • Continue Reading picks up where you left off • Gentle reading streaks — no gamified clutter READ WITH MEANING • 19 prayers across Foundation, Vandana, Stuti, Sutta, Gatha, Sankalp, Marriage, and Precepts • Authentic Pali and Devanagari text with faithful English meanings • Switch reading language between English, Marathi EVERY CEREMONY, IN THE RIGHT ORDER Follow 11 step-by-step ceremonies using the exact prayer sequence from the traditional book: • Dhamma Diksha (22 vows) • Naming, Birthday, Vidyarambh, Engagement • Marriage, House Warming, Idol Installation • Last Rites, Punyanumodan, Memorial BUILT FOR DAILY PRACTICE • Search by title, Pali word, or meaning • Bookmarks, favorites, and reading progress • Meditation timer and optional daily reminders • Home screen widgets for wisdom and today’s prayer WORKS OFFLINE Prayers and rituals are bundled in the app. Your bookmarks, progress, and preferences stay on your device. DESIGNED WITH CARE Generous spacing, sacred serif typography, and warm dawn colors — comfortable for readers of all ages. Bhim Smaran, Stuti, and Dhamma Diksha are first-class, not afterthoughts. PRIVACY No account required. No ads. No third-party analytics. Your data stays local unless you back up your device. Content is compiled from traditional sources. The app is not an authority on Buddhist teaching and does not replace guidance from a qualified teacher or sangha. Questions or content corrections? We’d love to hear from you: hello@sagarlabsnext.com May all beings be happy.

Screenshots

AMS USA4 screens
Bodhi Prayer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Bodhi Prayer at daily against AMS USA's every 3 months. AMS USA's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.6). 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

AMS USA ships an update every 3 months, Bodhi Prayer daily. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
AMS USA versus Bodhi Prayer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAMS USABodhi Prayer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTHE ARCHDIOCESE FOR THE MILITARY SERVICES, UNITED STATES OF AMERICASagar Mane

In-app purchases

None

AMS USA

No in-app purchases

None

Bodhi Prayer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AMS USA free?
AMS USA is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bodhi Prayer free?
Bodhi Prayer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do AMS USA or Bodhi Prayer have ads?
Neither AMS USA nor Bodhi Prayer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AMS USA or Bodhi Prayer?
AMS USA ships an update every 3 months, and Bodhi Prayer daily. Most recently, AMS USA was updated on November 1, 2026 and Bodhi Prayer on October 31, 2026.

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