# JW Service — App for Jehovah's Witnesses

> Ministry and bible reading organizer for Jehovah's Witnesses. (iPhone/iPad app by Bartlomiej Semanczyk.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jw-service/id1186640347 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bartlomiej Semanczyk](https://appshunter.io/developer/1071928641)
- Category: Reference, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 14,039 App Store ratings · 719 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 194 MB
- Languages: American English, Albanian, Bulgarian, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), Georgian and 22 more
- Released: 2017-01-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jw-service/id1186640347/reviews.md

## What is JW Service?

Looking for an app for ministry and schedule for your bible reading? Clean, modern,  iCloud backup and syncing between devices? 
This one is for you:)

- iCloud syncing and sharing
- goals
- graphs
- sending reports and notes
- timer
- addresses
- notes
- hourglass integration
- maps
- change your theme (dark mode)
- schedule your appointments
- track your distance in service
- find and manage your favourite verses in the Bible
- schedule reading the Bible

## Key features

- iCloud syncing and sharing
- Ministry goals and tracking
- Bible reading schedule
- Service reports and notes
- Integrated timer
- Address management
- Dark mode theme

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip 1 Year | $8.49 | per year |
| Small Tip Every Three Months | $1.49 | per 3 months |
| Normal Tip 1 Month | $1.99 | per month |
| Large Tip 1 Month | $2.99 | per month |
| Small Tip 1 Month | $0.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $7.99 | one-time |
| Normal Tip | $3.99 | one-time |
| Enormous Tip | $24.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of JW Service?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 💻 Excellent app for ministry
- 📊 Helpful for tracking and planning service
- 🕰 Useful timer and time management features
- 🗓 Convenient calendar and scheduling
- 🌐 Integrates well with other apps/devices
- 🔍 Detailed record-keeping and reporting

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔍 Confusing navigation or UI elements
- 🔧 Lacking some desired features or customization
- 🔄 Sync/data transfer issues between devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Calendar/schedule feature not working
- Time/hours not tracking accurately
- Inability to access certain app sections

**Most requested features**

- Add notes/details for return visits
- Separate credit hours from service hours
- Improve territory/address management
- Provide more detailed analytics/reports

## Recent user reviews (10 of 719)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jw-service/id1186640347/reviews.md

### 5/5 — The best Jw app ever it’s really goood

*2026-08-12, version 10.13*

Jehovas witnes good

### 5/5 — Cronómetro

*2026-08-03, version 10.11*

Por qué la quitaron era útil para mi servicio como Precursora Regular

### 1/5 — No longer usable for a pioneer

*2026-07-31, version 10.11*

I understand why a developer might transition from a free to a paid app, but the current free version is too limited for practical use. After years of use, I’m switching to another app…

### 1/5 — Wow

*2026-07-19, version 10.8*

Wow I really hate this update I not able to get. Suck to my time or use the timer well off to find another app

### 5/5 — Thanks for creating this app.

*2026-07-15, version 10.8*

I truly appreciate this app.

### 1/5 — 日本語でわかりやすく説明してほしい

*2026-07-13*

使い方がわかりにくい

### 4/5 — Bericht

*2026-07-11*

Kommt da noch eine Änderung ? Weil Video Rückbesuch und Abgaben noch angezeigt werden !
Ist doch nicht mehr notwendig

### 1/5 — No longer usable

*2026-07-08, version 10.6*

I understand why a developer might transition from a free to a paid app, but the current free version is too limited for practical use. After years of use, I’m switching to another app..

### 5/5 — Easy to use

*2026-07-06*

Great app

### 5/5 — Practical App

*2026-06-23, version 10.4*

Love this App! It’s so helpful with keep my service time! It’s so practical to have it start your time when you’re out in the ministry and then keep up with your time for the service year.

## Frequently asked questions about JW Service

### What does this app do?

This app helps Jehovah's Witnesses organize their ministry activities and bible reading schedule. It provides tools for setting goals, tracking progress, sending reports, and managing appointments.

### What are the key features?

Key features include iCloud syncing for data backup and sharing across devices, goal setting with graphical progress tracking, a built-in timer for service, address management, note-taking capabilities, and the ability to schedule bible reading.

### Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, but it offers in-app purchases for additional features or content. This allows users to customize their experience based on their needs.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

The app is designed for mobile devices and utilizes iCloud for syncing, suggesting compatibility with Apple devices (iPhone, iPad). Specific operating system requirements are not detailed but typically align with modern iOS versions.

### How can I use this app for my ministry?

You can use this app to schedule your ministry appointments, track the time spent in service, set personal bible reading goals, and record important notes or addresses. The reporting features help you consolidate your activity.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 10.14 — 2026-08-15

- added possibility to keep the results for bible quiz between app launches.
- simplify the layout for bible quiz
- improved method for calculating result to glorify first correct answer.

### 10.13 — 2026-08-08

- resolved issue when incorrect image was displayed for ministry widget.
- added possibility to select game mode for bible play and learn.

### 10.12 — 2026-08-06

- added possibility to play and learn the verse base on the book from the list (feature in Beta)

### 10.11 — 2026-07-30

- resolve problem with navigation for bible treasures and bible reading plan on ipad
- stability improvements

### 10.10 — 2026-07-29

- resolved problem with preloaded content for widgets when app launches very first time.
- added bible reading widgets for home screen: rectangular and inline.

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