About
Prayer Now is an all-in-one Islamic application designed to meet every daily spiritual need of Muslims worldwide. It delivers highly accurate prayer times in all countries using GPS — with or without internet — and features customizable Azan from world-renowned reciters including Mishary Rashid, Saad Al-Ghamdi, and Al-Naqshabadi, supporting all major calculation methods including the Hanafi Asr doctrine. The built-in Quran module lets users read or listen to the Holy Quran with bookmarks, multi-language verse search and interpretation, and audio from celebrated reciters like Al-Hosary, Ahmed Al-Ajmi, and Al-Minshawi. A GPS-powered Qibla compass works completely offline, and a nearby mosque finder displays distance, travel time, and directions. Daily Azkar (morning, evening, before sleep, and prayer remembrances) can be read or listened to, while smart reminders cover Qiyaam Al-Layl, fasting on white days, Mondays and Thursdays, and Surah Al-Kahf on Fridays. A dedicated Ramadan suite provides year-specific calendars, Emsakia timetables, and Suhoor/Iftar cannon alerts. Beyond personal devotion, Prayer Now fosters community through a global Quran seal initiative, a prayers community where users can share and receive du'aa, an Islamic greeting card collection for Eid, Ramadan, and other occasions, Islamic wallpapers, and an extensive online Islamic library. Smart home-screen widgets display prayer times and the Islamic calendar at a glance. Available free with ads and optional in-app purchases for premium features.
Key Features
- Accurate Prayer Times & Azan: GPS-based prayer times for every country worldwide, with customizable Azan from famous reciters and support for all major calculation methods including the Hanafi Asr doctrine.
- Holy Quran Reading & Audio: Read the Quran with bookmarks, multi-language verse search, and tafsir; listen to recitations from world-renowned reciters like Al-Hosary, Al-Minshawi, and Saad Al-Ghamdi.
- Offline Qibla Direction & Mosque Finder: Instantly determine the direction of Mecca using GPS without internet access, and locate nearby mosques with distance, travel time, and turn-by-turn directions.
- Daily Azkar & Islamic Duty Reminders: Read or listen to morning, evening, and prayer Azkar, plus smart reminders for Qiyaam Al-Layl, optional fasting days, Iqama, Quranic Werd, and Surah Al-Kahf on Fridays.
- Ramadan Suite & Community Features: Dedicated Ramadan calendar, Emsakia, and Suhoor/Iftar alerts, plus a global Quran seal community, prayers community, Islamic greeting cards, wallpapers, and an online Islamic library.
Use Cases
- Daily prayer scheduling and on-time Azan notifications for Muslims living or traveling in any country
- Personal Quran study through reading with tafsir, bookmarking verses, and listening to audio recitations
- Finding Qibla direction and locating the nearest mosque while traveling or in an unfamiliar city
- Maintaining consistency with daily Azkar, weekly Surah Al-Kahf recitation, and optional fasting day reminders
- Participating in global Islamic community activities such as collaborative Quran seals and sharing du'aa with Muslims worldwide
Pros
- All-in-One Islamic Companion: Covers virtually every daily Muslim need in a single app — from prayer times and Quran to community, greeting cards, and an Islamic library.
- Works Offline via GPS: Prayer times and Qibla direction function without an active internet connection, making the app reliable while traveling or in areas with poor connectivity.
- Massive & Trusted User Base: Over 10 million downloads and a 4.6-star average from 1.45 million reviews reflect consistently high user satisfaction and reliability.
Cons
- Ad-Supported Free Tier: The free version contains advertisements that can interrupt the experience during sensitive moments like prayer or Quran reading.
- Premium Features Require In-App Purchases: Unlocking an ad-free experience and certain advanced features requires paid in-app purchases, adding cost for power users.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Prayer Now free to download and use?
Yes, Prayer Now is free to download and offers core features at no cost. The app is supported by ads, and in-app purchases are available to unlock premium features and remove advertisements.
Does Prayer Now require an internet connection?
No. Prayer times and Qibla direction are calculated via GPS and work fully offline. Some features, such as online Quran audio streaming and community functions, do require internet access.
Which Azan voices and Quran reciters are available?
The app offers Azan from reciters such as Mishary Rashid, Al-Naqshabadi, and Saad Al-Ghamdi, and Quran audio from Al-Hosary, Ahmed Al-Ajmi, Al-Minshawi, Saad Al-Ghamdi, and many more.
Which prayer time calculation methods does Prayer Now support?
Prayer Now supports all widely recognized calculation methods, including a dedicated Hanafi method for Asr prayer, allowing users to select the doctrine that matches their practice.
Does Prayer Now have special features for Ramadan?
Yes. The Ramadan Collection includes the current-year Ramadan calendar, Emsakia timetable, and automated reminders for Suhoor and Iftar to help users observe the holy month.
