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Muslim Pro vs OpenLP

Muslim Pro logo

Muslim Pro

Religion

The most popular Muslim app

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
OpenLP logo

OpenLP

Religion

Free, open-source presentation software for churches

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Muslim Pro excessive advertisements: despite claiming only 3 ads per day, the app continues showing ads beyond that limit, preventing access to Quran and prayer times; OpenLP there is no standalone mobile app; the Android and iOS apps are remote controls for a desktop running OpenLP
  • They diverge on capability: Muslim Pro covers Prayer Times, OpenLP covers Presentation.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Muslim Pro and OpenLP actually diverge.

Attributes where Muslim Pro and OpenLP differ
AttributeMuslim ProOpenLP
Pricing modelUnknownopen-source
PlatformsiOS, AndroidWindows, Mac, Linux
Founded20092004

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Religion).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Muslim Pro

  • Prayer Times
  • Quran with Translations
  • Qibla Compass
  • Islamic Calendar
  • Community
  • Halal Food Finder
  • Ios support
  • Android support

Only in OpenLP

  • Presentation
  • Lyric Display
  • Media Playback
  • Bible Display
  • Theme Support
  • Plugin System
  • Custom Layouts
  • Scripture Integration

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Muslim Pro

No use cases recorded yet. See the Muslim Pro review.

OpenLP

  • Member managementnot Muslim Pro
  • Donation trackingnot Muslim Pro
  • Event planningnot Muslim Pro
  • Volunteer schedulingnot Muslim Pro
  • Communicationnot Muslim Pro

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Muslim Pro

  • Excessive advertisements: despite claiming only 3 ads per day, the app continues showing ads beyond that limit, preventing access to Quran and prayer times
  • Technical glitches: force closures and malfunctioning features including Quran recitation freezing and verses that won't play
  • Paywall for advanced features: some advanced features are locked behind expensive subscription fees
  • Limited iPad functionality: app doesn't support landscape mode problematic for iPad Pro users, and iOS widget missing sunrise time
  • Privacy concerns: reports and concerns regarding the app's handling of personal data and privacy issues

OpenLP

  • There is no standalone mobile app; the Android and iOS apps are remote controls for a desktop running OpenLP
  • Only the most recent Fedora release and Debian unstable are supported on those distributions
  • The Flatpak build is experimental and the OpenLP team states it does not support its use
  • Requires macOS 10.15 or higher and Windows 10 or higher

Pricing, plan by plan

Muslim Pro

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Muslim Pro review.

OpenLP

Free
  • Community EditionFree
    • Full features
    • No restrictions
    • Community support

Which should you pick?

Choose Muslim Pro if

  • You need prayer times.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android.
  • You also want quran with translations.
Muslim Pro review

Choose OpenLP if

  • You need presentation.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, Mac, Linux.
  • You also want lyric display.
OpenLP review

Questions people ask

Is Muslim Pro or OpenLP better?
Neither clearly leads. Muslim Pro starts at Free and OpenLP at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Muslim Pro or OpenLP?
Muslim Pro starts at Free and OpenLP at Free.
Does Muslim Pro or OpenLP run on more platforms?
Muslim Pro runs on iOS, Android. OpenLP runs on Windows, Mac, Linux.
Can I use Muslim Pro for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What can Muslim Pro do that OpenLP cannot?
Muslim Pro covers Prayer Times, Quran with Translations, Qibla Compass, Islamic Calendar. OpenLP covers Presentation, Lyric Display, Media Playback, Bible Display.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Muslim Pro: Can you access the full Quran in Muslim Pro?

Yes, Muslim Pro provides access to all 114 chapters of the Quran with audio by world-renowned reciters and comprehensive translations in English and many other languages with word-for-word definitions.

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OpenLP: How much does OpenLP cost?

OpenLP is completely free to download, install, and use. Being open source means OpenLP is free forever with no licensing or subscription fees.

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Muslim Pro: What is Qalbox in Muslim Pro?

Qalbox is a video streaming platform within Muslim Pro launched in 2022 offering Quranic recitations, tafsir, hadith studies, Arabic lessons, expert discussions on faith and spiritual wellbeing, and documentaries celebrating Muslim culture.

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OpenLP: Can I install OpenLP on multiple computers for free?

Yes, OpenLP can be downloaded, installed on multiple computers, and distributed to others at no cost.

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Muslim Pro: Does Muslim Pro work offline?

Some features require internet connection. The app does not have full offline capabilities, which could be limiting for users in areas with poor connectivity or limited data plans.

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OpenLP: What platforms does OpenLP support?

OpenLP is free for Windows, Mac, Linux, and FreeBSD platforms with no platform-specific licensing costs.

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