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last_verified: "2026-05-20T11:35:04.616Z"
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schema_type: "SoftwareApplication"
entity_type: "Mobile Application"
app_name: "QatarPrayer"
developer_entity: "Essa"
bundle_id: "QatarPrayer"
app_store_id: "492853588"
category: "Lifestyle"
primary_platform: "ios"
primary_monetization: "Free"
offline_capable: false
market_region: "US"
platforms: "iOS"
app_last_updated: "2026-04-11"
report_date: "2026-05-20"
last_verified: "2026-05-20"
report_version: "4.2.29"
total_reviews: 286
overall_rating: 4.74
confidence: "low"
confidence_score: 0.25
data_age_days: 0
momentum_velocity: "active"
intelligence_version: 2
tags: ["lifestyle", "free", "mobile app", "app review", "app analysis", "muslim", "residents", "visitors"]
canonical_url: "https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/lifestyle/qatarprayer"
license: "CC-BY-NC 4.0"
content_version: "v2"
---

# QatarPrayer App Audit

## TL;DR {#tldr}

- **Category**: Lifestyle · Free
- **Signal**: Rating 4.74

> **TL;DR:** QatarPrayer is a lifestyle app by Essa, rated 4.74/5 by 286 users, available on iOS.
>
> **Marlvel.ai App Intelligence** — Independent analysis. US Market. No publisher influence.

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> **Key Insight:** QatarPrayer is a lifestyle app by Essa.
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## Quick Facts

| Fact | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Rating** | 4.74/5 (286 reviews) |
| **Category** | Lifestyle |
| **Developer** | Essa |
| **Pricing** | Free |
| **Platforms** | iOS |
| **Confidence** | Low (0.25/1.0) |
| **Data Age** | 0d |

## Metadata & Market Performance
- **Publisher:** Essa
- **Category:** Lifestyle
- **Target Audience:** Muslim residents and visitors in Qatar seeking precise, locally-verified prayer schedules.
- **Platforms:** iOS
- **Version Audited:** 4.2.29
- **Audit Date:** 2026-05-20
- **Signal Count:** 5 reviews analyzed
- **Confidence:** Low (0.25/1.0)
- **App Store ID (iOS):** 492853588
- **Bundle ID:** QatarPrayer
- **Data Window:** Analysis based on signals collected up to 2026-05-20

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## Executive Snapshot
QatarPrayer is a lifestyle application providing accurate prayer times for Qatar, sourced directly from the Qatar Calendar House. It distinguishes itself from competitors by prioritizing local precision and offering a comprehensive suite of tools including Qibla direction, mosque search, and multi-platform widget support.
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## App DNA (Features & Intent)
- **[Standard] Qatar Calendar House Integration:** Provides prayer times specifically calculated and verified based on the official Qatar Calendar House.
  * *User Intent:* Users seek enhanced value through premium features.
- **[Standard] Widget Support:** Includes support for iOS 14 home screen widgets, iOS 16 lock screen widgets, and a Today widget with a countdown timer.
- **[Standard] Utility Suite:** Features a worldwide Qibla direction finder, mosque search, Quran Radio, and customizable Athan push notifications.
  * *User Intent:* Users value self-expression and personalized experiences.
- **[Standard] Cross-Platform Compatibility:** Extends functionality beyond the phone with dedicated support for Apple Watch.
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## Monetization Strategy
- **Model:** Free

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## App Momentum (Active) {#momentum}

Last updated 38d ago. 5 versions tracked.

> **Cadence:** 5 total versions · 0 majors in last 6 months · 38 days since last update

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## The "So What?" (Strategic Takeaway) {#so-what}

QatarPrayer is an established lifestyle app that is completely free.
With a 4.74/5 rating from 286 reviews, it shows polarized user reception.

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> **Bottom Line:** The app's primary value proposition is its commitment to high-accuracy prayer timing for the Qatar region, supported by a robust set of iOS-native widgets.
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**Best for:** Muslim residents and visitors in Qatar seeking precise, locally-verified prayer schedules.

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## Key Metrics Summary

| Metric | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| Overall Rating | 4.74/5 |
| Total Reviews | 286 |
| Confidence | Low |
| Pricing Model | Free |
| Platforms | iOS |
| Key Features | 4 analyzed |
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## Competitor Comparison

| App | Rating | Sentiment | Developer |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **QatarPrayer** (this app) | 4.74/5 | N/A | Essa |
| [Tinder Dating App: Date & Chat](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/lifestyle/tinder-dating-app-date-chat) | 4.2/5 | Upset | Tinder LLC |
| [Alarmy - Loud alarm clock](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/lifestyle/alarmy-loud-alarm-clock) | 4.8/5 | Excited | Delight Room Co., Ltd. |
| [Alarmie: Easy Rise Alarm Clock](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/lifestyle/alarmie-easy-rise-alarm-clock) | 4.4/5 | Mixed | Jintian Wang |
| [AlarmMon ( alarm clock )](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/lifestyle/alarmmon-alarm-clock) | 4.2/5 | Mixed | Malang Studio Co. Ltd, |
| [Swiftime](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/lifestyle/swiftime) | 4.5/5 | Excited | MEDIANO Co.,Ltd. |

## Company Profile
- **Developer:** Essa
- **Website:** [https://Prayers.qa](https://Prayers.qa)

## Data Sources & Links
- **App Store:** [View on Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/qa/app/qatarprayer/id492853588?uo=2)
- **Dev Site:** [Official Website](https://Prayers.qa)
- **Sources:** App store metadata, User reviews.

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- [*Alarmy - Loud alarm clock*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/lifestyle/alarmy-loud-alarm-clock) (Delight Room Co., Ltd.) — 4.8/5 Rating | Positive Sentiment
- [*Alarmie: Easy Rise Alarm Clock*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/lifestyle/alarmie-easy-rise-alarm-clock) (Jintian Wang) — 4.4/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment
- [*AlarmMon ( alarm clock )*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/lifestyle/alarmmon-alarm-clock) (Malang Studio Co. Ltd,) — 4.2/5 Rating | Mixed Sentiment
- [*Swiftime*](https://marlvel.ai/intel-report/lifestyle/swiftime) (MEDIANO Co.,Ltd.) — 4.5/5 Rating | Positive Sentiment
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## Methodology {#methodology}

This report was generated by Marlvel.ai's 5-stage AI intelligence pipeline:

1. **Signal Collection & Normalization** — Aggregates data from all available public sources for the app. Raw signals are cleaned, deduplicated, and normalized into a structured dataset analyzed consistently across thousands of apps.
2. **Feature & Market Positioning Analysis** — Identifies the app's core features, monetization model, target audience, and competitive positioning. Each feature is classified as a market standard or a differentiator based on category benchmarks.
3. **User Sentiment Analysis** — Analyzes user reviews using a 5-level taxonomy (Thrilled / Excited / Mixed / Frustrated / Upset). Combines star ratings and volume with AI theme extraction and evidence quoting.
4. **Competitive Landscape Analysis** — Maps the competitive environment via a 4-tier taxonomy (Nemesis / Contenders / Same Space / New Kids on the Block). Prioritizes same sub-genre over broad category.
5. **Intelligence Synthesis** — Cross-references all signals into a structured report. Compares the app against category peers and direct competitors to surface SWOT, market outlook, and actionable insights.

- **Confidence Score:** 0.25/1.0 (based on review volume, data source diversity, and signal quality)
- **Reviews Analyzed:** 5
- **Data Sources:** user reviews, App Store metadata
- **Rating Method:** Weighted average across platforms (iOS & Android), weighted by review count per platform
- **Independence:** Fully independent analysis. No publisher sponsorship or editorial influence.
- **Report Age:** 0 days since last refresh

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