When your thoughts won't quiet at 2 AM and the usual Bible apps feel like too much, Samaritan offers something different — a calm, voice-first space to talk through what's weighing on you and hear Scripture speak back.^1
Samaritan is a Christian AI voice companion built for the anxious, the overwhelmed, and anyone whose faith feels distant right now. Open the app, speak naturally about what's on your mind — worry, doubt, gratitude, confusion — and Samaritan responds with Scripture-rooted guidance that meets you where you are. It's not a chatbot that lectures; it's a quiet companion that listens first and points to God's Word second.^1
Built by Samaritan Labs, LLC, the app launched in early 2026 and is available exclusively on iOS. The developer, Catherine, built the app from her own experience growing up in a restrictive Catholic environment that drove her away from faith for years — Samaritan is the app she wishes she'd had during that season. The tone is deliberately non-judgmental: no pressure, no streaks, no gamification — just a steady place for reflection and prayer.[^3]
Core features include AI-powered Bible chat conversations, prayer support for hard moments, daily devotionals for building a quiet rhythm, and verse-by-verse study with simple explanations. Samaritan emphasizes being "Scripture-first, not opinion-first" — every response is anchored in God's Word rather than personal interpretation.^2
The company tithes 10% of all subscription revenue directly to Christian causes through a partnership with InFaith, a national mission organization.^1
What Users Say"I was skeptical at first, but after using it for a few weeks, I was surprised by how grounding the experience felt when my anxiety started to spike. It referenced Scripture and guided me through a breathing exercise that helped me slow down."^2
"I started using Samaritan during a season where I felt distant from my faith. It feels more like a place to reflect than a tool trying to convince me of anything."^2
"It felt completely different from talking to ChatGPT. It felt like genuinely good advice that I could trust."^2
Notable- iOS only (iPhone), requires iOS 26.0 or later^2
- Free trial available, then subscription options including family plans^2
- 5.0 stars with 7 ratings on the US App Store^2
- Launched February 2026; actively updated (v1.4 released May 2026)^2
- 10% of subscriptions tithed to Christian causes via InFaith^1
- No Android version, no web app currently
Platforms: iOS
Pricing: Freemium (subscription required after trial)
[^3]: Submission origin story from Catherine, submitter
