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YUTorah vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against YUTorah's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

YUTorah
This App
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NASB Bible Holy Audio Version.
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iTorah: Watch, Listen & Stream
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Muhammad Zarami Full Quran MP3
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Biblia Chat IA GPT
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BibleWatch - Watch the Bible
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Upper Room Media
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Core Identity
DeveloperYU Office of Alumni AffairsJaqerSoftHussen Oumer AmidRAVINDHIRAN SUMITHRATorah Learning Resources, Ltd.KareemTKBMaria de los Llanos Goig MoninoMorfosisCOPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH ST MARKCristian Ponce
CategoryEducationBooks & ReferenceBooks & ReferenceBookEducationMusic & AudioReferenceReferenceEducationReference
PlatformAndroid, iOSAndroid, iOSAndroidiOSiOSAndroidiOSiOSiOS, AndroidiOS
Store Metrics
Rating3.9 / 54.9 / 54.6 / 54.7 / 54.9 / 54.8 / 54.8 / 54.8 / 55.0 / 54.7 / 5
Ratings Count6113,271,1732851511,40551832817678
PriceFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFree
Release DateFeb 13, 2012Feb 12, 2019Feb 2, 2024Jun 14, 2020May 7, 2024Nov 5, 2015Nov 14, 2023May 6, 2026Nov 11, 2016Apr 25, 2023
Last UpdatedOct 29, 2025May 13, 2026Sep 10, 2024Dec 12, 2025May 7, 2026Feb 3, 2026Jul 14, 2025May 19, 2026Aug 21, 2024Feb 1, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentimentmixed-------excellent-
Score55/100-------90/100-
Praises
  • Extensive library of Torah content provides daily learning opportunities for dedicated students
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  • Extensive library of sermons and hymns provides a central spiritual resource for daily study
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Complaints
  • Persistent login and authentication errors prevent users from accessing their personal accounts
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  • Audio messages at the beginning of sermons create friction during the listening experience
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Requests
  • Offline download capability would allow users to listen without a stable internet connection
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  • Advanced playback features like autoplay and custom playlists would improve the listening experience
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Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • 180,000+ lecture library creates a significant content-volume barrier
  • Institutional backing from Yeshiva University provides long-term content credibility
  • Multi-dialect audio library provides a specific linguistic moat against generalist Bible apps.
  • Offline-first architecture supports Bible study in low-connectivity regions where streaming-only competitors fail.
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  • NASB translation precision functions as a niche differentiator for scholarly users
  • Integrated AI explanation tool increases session duration via high-value utility
  • Audio-first format reduces friction for daily devotional habits
  • Exclusive access to renowned community leaders builds deep trust
  • Speaker-specific feed drives high-intent discovery
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  • Niche-specific content library functions as a retention moat
  • Subsplash B2B integration provides stable revenue foundation
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Weaknesses
  • Persistent login errors on the latest version
  • Confusing menu structure and lack of back-button navigation
  • No offline playback functionality for mobile users
  • Lack of dramatized audio production reduces engagement compared to category leaders.
  • Absence of IAP or subscription tiers limits revenue potential and reinvestment capacity.
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  • Ad-based monetization model limits long-term revenue predictability
  • Absence of subscription tiers prevents recurring revenue from power users
  • Limited social-sharing loops compared to market leaders
  • No progress-tracking metrics
  • Manual curation model limits content velocity
  • Lack of cross-device study synchronization
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  • Static media delivery lacks interactive engagement
  • Lack of dark mode causes recurring user friction
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Pricingfreefreefreefreefreefreefreefreefreemiumfree
MomentumMaintenanceMaintenance--Maintenance--IntenseMaintenanceSteady
Update Cadence2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~14d avg2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~48d avg--1 versions--5 versions2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~619d avg5 versions

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