Ask BFG — how much you get on each plan
Ask BFG is the multi-turn chat companion grounded in Scripture, the saints, and the BFG Handbook chapters. Every plan unlocks a different amount.
| Guest preview | Free | Faithful | Disciple ★ | Unlimited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Messages per day | 5 (lifetime preview) | 5 / day | 20 / day | 50 / day | 100 / day |
| Conversations stored | 5 | 10 | 50 | 100 | 200 |
| Messages per conversation | 10 | 20 | 30 | 50 | 100 |
| Save & pin conversations | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Daily quotas reset at midnight Pacific. The guest preview is a one-time, 5-message lifetime allowance — sign up FREE to get 5 every day, plus saved guidance and pinning.
Compare Every Feature
| Free | Faithful | Disciple ★ | Unlimited | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | $0 | $4.97 | $9.97 | $19.97 |
| Guidance questions | 12 / mo | 250 / mo | 750 / mo | Unlimited |
| Ask BFG chat messages | 5 / day | 20 / day | 50 / day | 100 / day |
| Ask BFG conversations stored | 10 | 50 | 100 | 200 |
| Ask BFG messages per conversation | 20 | 30 | 50 | 100 |
| Audio listens (text-to-speech) | 12 / mo | 25 / mo | 50 / mo | 100 / mo |
| Translations (47 languages) | 12 / mo | 25 / mo | 50 / mo | 100 / mo |
| Free PDF download | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Daily Catholic verse | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Saint of the day | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pin & save guidance | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Daily streak tracking + badges | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Prayer-reminder push notifications | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Saved guidance library | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Priority email support | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Early access to new features | — | — | — | ✓ |
How BFG Handbook Companion Compares
Other apps give you content. BFG gives you guidance — personalized to YOUR life, grounded in 2,000 years of Catholic teaching, in YOUR language, every single day. Here’s how we stack up against the top Christian apps.
| BFG Handbook Companion | Hallow | Pray.com | YouVersion Bible | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Personalized Catholic Guidance — where BFG stands alone | ||||
| AI-personalized guidance for YOUR specific question | ✓ Only on BFG | — | — | — |
| Multi-turn AI chat grounded in Catholic teaching | ✓ Only on BFG | — | — | — |
| Custom prayer written FOR YOU on every answer | ✓ Only on BFG | — | — | — |
| Three Scripture verses mapped to YOUR life | ✓ Only on BFG | — | — | — |
| Catholic chapter recommendation with every reply | ✓ Only on BFG | — | — | — |
| BFG’s One-of-a-Kind Spiritual Framework | ||||
| 81-chapter Catholic spiritual handbook (Christian edition of the Tao Te Ching) | ✓ Only on BFG | — | — | — |
| M.A.P. Method — Mindset / Aim / Practice | ✓ Only on BFG | — | — | — |
| 3 R’s framework — Restore / Renewal / Respond | ✓ Only on BFG | — | — | — |
| Cross-tradition wisdom (Vatican II Nostra Aetate-aligned) | ✓ Only on BFG | — | — | — |
| Catholic Formation Essentials | ||||
| Catholic Magisterium-aligned teaching | ✓ | ✓ | Broadly Christian | Broadly Christian |
| Saint of the Day | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Daily Catholic verse + reflection | ✓ | ✓ | — | Verse only |
| Mass readings | ✓ Today's verse in daily reflection | ✓ | — | Bible text only |
| Rosary with audio | Coming soon | ✓ | — | — |
| Daily Examen-style reflection (personalized to YOUR recent topics) | ✓ Only on BFG | Pre-recorded | — | — |
| Liturgy of the Hours | Coming soon | ✓ | — | — |
| Audio & Listening Experience | ||||
| Audio narration of EVERY personal answer (not just pre-recorded sessions) | ✓ Only on BFG | Pre-recorded only | Pre-recorded only | Pre-recorded only |
| Background instrumental music under narration | ✓ Only on BFG | — | — | — |
| 81 unique chapter songs (curated sacred music) | ✓ Only on BFG | — | — | — |
| Celebrity narrators (Wahlberg, Caviezel, etc.) | AI narration — infinite scale, every answer | ✓ | — | — |
| Audio Bible | Scripture quotes narrated | Limited | ✓ | ✓ |
| Daily Habits & Engagement | ||||
| Personalized daily prayer reminder (push + email, written for YOU) | ✓ Only on BFG | Generic | Generic | Verse of the day |
| Streak tracking + saint badges | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Saved guidance library — Pin + Recent | ✓ Only on BFG | Bookmarks only | Bookmarks only | Bookmarks only |
| AI conversation history (resume any chat) | ✓ Only on BFG | — | — | — |
| Free PDF download of every answer (offline reflection) | ✓ Only on BFG | — | — | — |
| Share guidance to family / friends (19 channels) | ✓ Only on BFG | Limited | Limited | Limited |
| Language & Global Reach | ||||
| Instant translation of every personalized answer | 47 languages | 4-6 app languages | English mostly | Bible text only |
| Multi-turn AI chat in your native language | 47 languages | — | — | — |
| Bible text in many languages | Scripture in context | Limited | Limited | 1700+ languages |
| Pricing & Access | ||||
| Free Forever plan with full features | 12 q/mo + audio + translations | Limited library | Limited library | 100% free (Bible only) |
| Guest preview (no sign-up needed) | 5 free Ask BFG chats | — | — | Bible only |
| Lowest paid tier | $4.97 / mo | $9.99/mo ($69.99/yr) | $7.99/mo ($69.99/yr) | Free (no paid tier) |
| No celebrity-narrator price markup | Pure spiritual value | Pays celebrities | Pays celebrities | N/A |
The BFG Difference — in one sentence
Hallow plays you celebrity prayers. Pray.com plays you Christian audio. YouVersion gives you the Bible. None of them answer YOU.
BFG is the only Catholic AI companion built to walk WITH you — through doubt, decisions, grief, parenting, work, prayer, and every season of your faith.
Not sure which plan is right?
Whether you're just starting your faith journey or going deeper than ever, there's a BFG plan to walk with you. Upgrade or cancel anytime.
Frequently Asked
When am I charged?
Your first charge happens immediately when you subscribe. After that, Stripe automatically charges your card on the same day of each month. You'll receive an email receipt from Stripe for every charge.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. Cancel from your account page or email [email protected]. Cancellation stops your next billing cycle — you keep access through the end of the current paid period. No partial refunds for voluntary cancellation.
Can I change plans later?
Yes — upgrade or downgrade any time from your account page. Upgrades take effect immediately and we prorate the difference. Downgrades take effect at your next renewal date.
What if my payment fails?
Stripe will retry the charge over 7 days. If it still fails after that, your account is temporarily suspended until you update your payment method. You won't lose your data — re-enter your card any time to resume.
Can I get a refund?
No refunds for partial months on voluntary cancellation. For technical issues or accidental purchases, email [email protected] within 14 days of the charge — we handle these case-by-case at our discretion.
What happens if I run out of questions before the month ends?
You'll see an upgrade prompt. You can wait until the next month for your quota to reset, or upgrade to a higher plan to keep going right away.
How do coupons work?
Use code ALPHA at Stripe Checkout for your first month free on any paid plan. Your payment method is required at signup to keep the subscription active past month 1. Cancel before your next billing date to avoid being charged.
Is my payment secure?
Yes. All payments are processed by Stripe — the same payment platform used by Lyft, DoorDash, and thousands of other businesses. We never see or store your card details.