# NIV Bible

> Offline Bible study app with note-taking, search, and multiple translation options. (iPhone/iPad app by Tecarta, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/niv-bible/id310295776 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tecarta, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/301476755)
- Category: Books, Reference
- Price: $5.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.91/5 from 4,432 App Store ratings · 54 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.3 · 109 MB
- Languages: English, Spanish
- Released: 2009-04-15
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/niv-bible/id310295776/reviews.md

## What is NIV Bible?

The NIV Bible is Tecarta's Bible app and includes a local version of the New International Version (2011) of the Bible.  You get a very fast app designed for Bible Study, quick navigation and easy note taking.  No other Bible app matches the design, functionality of Tecarta's Bible app.

A simple, powerful design will allow you to easily read the Bible off-line (without an Internet connection), navigate, search, highlight verses, bookmark, make margin notes, copy/paste or take notes.  Additional translations such as The Message, New Living Translation (NLT), NIV or NASB can be affordably purchased via in-app purchase or streamed with an Internet connection.  Find out for yourself why Tecarta Bibles are the top selling Bibles on iPhones and iPads.
 
FEATURES 
- Fast and easy to use
- Flip back and forth from your Bible to note-taking during lessons with one touch and not miss a thing 
- No internet connection needed for downloaded Bibles 
- Use either Study, Parallel or Reading (page turning) mode
- Copy and paste multiple verses easily and quickly 
- Quick navigation either by using predictive entry or table of contents 
- Margin notes allow you to write notes for a specific passage 
- Night mode for low light reading 
- Both word and verse selection for highlights
- Facebook and Twitter sharing
- Highlighting allows readers to easily emphasize verses or passages 
- Full-text search by OT, NT or current book allows users to quickly find words and study topics 
- Bookmark your favorite passages for quick future reference or make your own personal studies 
- Powerful folder system allows users to organize notes and bookmarks 
- History folder and back button
- Portrait / Landscape mode 
- Cross references by tap and hold underlined words in the NIV and NASB 
- Font sizes can be easily changed 
- Easily e-mail notes to yourself, friends or family 
- NIV, ESV, NKJV, KJV, and NASB are red-letter editions, which can be optionally disabled 
- Users can expand Bible translations library easily and affordably through in-app purchase 
- Split-screen capability for parallel translations or for seeing Bible study with personal or study notes at the same time 
- Autoscroll with adjustable speed 
- Synchronize all your notes, bookmarks, margin notes and highlights across all iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch devices
- AirPrint enabled

In-app translations include the following: 
- NIrV (New International Reader's Version Bible) 
- MSG (The Message Bible) 
- KJV (King James Version)
- CEV (Contemporary English Version Bible)
- NKJV (New King James Version Bible) 
- NLT (New Living Translation Bible) 
- AMP (Amplified Bible) 
- NCV (New Century Version Bible) 
- NASB (New American Standard Bible) 
- NVI (Spanish NIV Bible) 
- CUV (Chinese Union Version Bible) 
- CUVS (Chinese Union Simplified Version Bible) 
- Korean Bible 
- ESV (English Standard Version Bible) 

In-app Study Bibles include the following:
NIV Study Bible 2011 version
NIV Quest Study Bible
NIV Women's Devotional Bible
NIV Student Bible
MacArthur's Daily Bible

Are we missing any translations you would like to see?  Do you have any suggestions?  Email us at biblesupport@tecarta.com

## Key features

- Offline Bible reading
- Fast navigation and search
- Note-taking and margin notes
- Highlighting and bookmarking
- Multiple translation options (in-app purchase)
- Split-screen for parallel study
- Cross-references

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $5.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| King James Version | $0.99 | one-time |
| The Message | $5.99 | one-time |
| Amplified Bible Classic | $4.99 | one-time |
| New American Standard 1995 | $4.99 | one-time |
| New King James Version | $7.99 | one-time |
| New Living Translation | $7.99 | one-time |
| English Standard Version | $7.99 | one-time |
| Matthew Henry's Commentary | $1.99 | one-time |
| John Wesley's Explanatory | $1.99 | one-time |
| NIV Study Bible | $23.99 | one-time |
| High Quality Text-to-Speech 1-Year Access | $1.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of NIV Bible?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Quick and easy to use
- 💡 Helpful daily devotions and verses
- 👍 Intuitive and streamlined interface
- 🚀 Efficient Bible study tools
- 👍 Convenient to have Bible on-the-go
- 👍 Ability to sync notes and highlights across devices

**Cons**

- 🐛 Issues with keyboard and navigation after updates
- 💡 Lacking advanced formatting options for notes
- 💡 Limited color options for highlighting
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance and glitches
- 💡 Slow to implement promised feature updates

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Keyboard issues after recent updates
- Inability to download additional Bible versions
- Verses and chapters not displaying properly in some cases

**Most requested features**

- Add a 'back' button to easily navigate between passages
- Improve search capabilities within notes and folders
- Introduce more formatting options for notes (bold, italics, etc.)
- Expand color palette for highlighting text

## Recent user reviews (10 of 54)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/niv-bible/id310295776/reviews.md

### 5/5 — The Best App but could use some tweaks

*2024-04-14*

Love this Bible app and I think its the best our there!  One thing I would add is button on the main screen that would allow you to return to the previous page.  My pastor and in my studies I like to go to other passages for reference.  A quick return button would allow the user to jump around and quick return to the original passage.

### 5/5 — Godly wisdom shared with others.

*2023-06-26*

I really enjoy sending your insightful verses and devotions to a group of Godly gals. The words are always just what the girls and I needed to hear,  at just the right time. Words directly from the Lord!
    God uses these devotion to share His word. But many times, although they click on the devotion, they are unable to receive it on their phones. Please, if possible, try to remedy this glitch.
    Thank you for your interest in our opinion.
      Sincerely, “Lover of God’s word!”

### 5/5 — Always on hand

*2023-05-14*

Having this version gives you the ability to read, reference & have the Bible on hand at all times! You can download it to you phone, computer, iPad etc. and with a couple clicks you have the word of God in front of you.

### 2/5 — Customer Service Not Good

*2023-03-26*

I’ve asked for a few easy improvements multiple times with promises that the will be coming shortly. They never do. Tercarta promises one thing multiple times, but never deliver. For example, I’ve asked for more than 4 colors to highlight text. Tecarta says “it’s in the next update”. Or, it’s coming soon. It’s been YEARS. The app rarely upgrades anything significant. They just don’t to spend money on simple fixes and upgrades. I’m not simply complaining, but if you don’t do what you say you will do, that’s on you. Disappointing someone can’t add a few more colors and a few other tools. Decarta simply has to check my e-mail support threads to see what I’m talking about. They promised even more with no changes to the app. I’m ready to exit this app except I have purchases. But oh well, I guess I’ll lose my money.

### 4/5 — Quick, Facile Scripture Study Tool

*2022-12-03, version 7.16.2*

Although it is neither intuitive nor convenient to set up my preferences (I prefer the John MacArthur Bible-in-a-year NIV), I manage to get it done every year. And I have to say that the whole platform is a joy to use, making my daily scripture study efficient and prolific. Thank you for your outstanding product!

### 4/5 — Enjoy

*2022-10-26, version 7.16.2*

Had been easier to navigate when could pull up scripture and then the verse.  Like all apps, it becomes about the money.  Buy the app and then every change incurs new charges.  But the convenience and portability makes it worth having, will just have to miss out on the new features(more money).  Lived without them this long.

### 5/5 — The Greatest bible of all.

*2022-04-27, version 7.16.2*

For one thing I can copy unlimited verses and paste them to my other iPad. When a word has a mark under it you can select it and it will give the cross reference’s to other Bible verses.

### 3/5 — Where are the daily verse pictures?

*2022-02-25, version 7.16.2*

I have loved this app for years. After the new year however the daily verse does not have a beautiful picture for meditation. A page from a book is not meditation worthy after the 20th day. Please bring them back.

### 5/5 — Won’t add books

*2022-02-03, version 7.16.2*

I downloaded this app, however I can only view the page it has. When I went to settings it shows old and New Testament, but won’t download any.

### 5/5 — Stay in tune with the Lord’s heartbeat

*2021-11-19, version 7.16.2*

I am so grateful for this app.  The notes portion has allowed me to keep a digital journal with God.  The copy and highlighting features are very helpful.  I love to do my daily devotions on my iPad and then check in periodically on my phone throughout the day.  This app has helped me pray without ceasing.  Thank you for a great bible app

## Frequently asked questions about NIV Bible

### What is this app?

This app provides an offline version of the New International Version (2011) of the Bible. It is designed for Bible study with features like quick navigation, note-taking, highlighting, and bookmarking. You can also purchase additional Bible translations through in-app purchases.

### What are the key features of this Bible app?

Key features include offline reading, fast navigation and search, margin notes, highlighting, bookmarking, and the ability to copy/paste verses. It also offers a night mode, full-text search, and a folder system for organizing notes and bookmarks. Split-screen capability is available for parallel translations or viewing notes alongside scripture.

### How much does this app cost?

The core app, which includes the NIV Bible, is free. Additional Bible translations and study Bibles can be purchased affordably through in-app purchases. Some translations can also be streamed with an internet connection.

### Is this app compatible with my device?

The description mentions that the app is top-selling on iPhones and iPads, and that notes, bookmarks, and highlights can be synchronized across iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch devices. It also supports AirPrint.

### What are common use cases for this app?

This app is ideal for personal Bible study, taking notes during sermons or lessons, quickly looking up verses, and organizing personal studies. It's also useful for comparing different Bible translations or for reading scripture in low-light conditions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.16.2 — 2019-12-20

- updated verse linking
- bug fixes

### 7.15.4 — 2019-01-23

- Fixed a bug with "Share Image", where it wasn't showing the whole verse in some cases.
- Made some more tweaks to note and margin note text sizes.
- And, fixed a few other small bugs.

### 7.15.3 — 2019-01-15

- Fixed multiple toggle bug with completed checkbox.
- Added a "Share Image" for Verse-of-the-day.
- Fixed margin note font size.

### 7.15.2 — 2019-01-11

- fixed multiple toggle bug with completed checkbox  
- added a "Share Image" for verse of the day
- fixed margin note font size

### 7.15.1 — 2019-01-06

- added Downloaded category to library for Premium users
- fix FB login bug when FB app is not installed

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