# Read Scripture vs Scripture

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Read Scripture at none against Scripture's 2. Read Scripture also leads on ratings volume (1.8K vs 3) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). Scripture's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 5 weeks) and review sentiment (100% vs 87%). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scripture sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per year. Read Scripture asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scripture holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Read Scripture has 1.8K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of Read Scripture's written reviews are positive against 100% of Scripture's.

Read Scripture ships an update every 5 weeks, Scripture every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Read Scripture | Scripture |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/read-scripture/id1067865974/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scripture-audio-bible-reader/id6744031196/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.8K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 87.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 103 MB | 434 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Crazy Love Ministries](https://appshunter.io/developer/945236274) | [ScriptureApp](https://appshunter.io/developer/1805619881) |

## What reviewers say

### Read Scripture

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/read-scripture/id1067865974)

This app guides users through a year-long Bible reading plan, enhanced by explanatory videos. It aims to help individuals discover the truth and beauty of God's Word through a curated experience.

**Highlights:** Year-long Bible reading plan, Creative explanatory videos, Book of the Bible explanations, Gospel theological themes, Tips for Bible reading, Community or solo experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Helpful videos provide context and overview of each book
- 👍 Organized reading plan with Psalms
- 🚀 Streamlined and intuitive interface
- 👍 Visually appealing design and animations
- 💡 Ability to set your own start date

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Progress and reading position sometimes gets reset after updates
- 🔋 Videos can't be downloaded for offline viewing
- 🔍 Lack of verse numbers makes it harder to reference specific passages
- 🔍 Limited translation options (only ESV)

**Reported bugs**

- Videos sometimes fail to load or play
- App crashes or freezes on certain devices
- Reading position not always saved correctly

**Requested features**

- Add ability to highlight, take notes, and bookmark passages
- Incorporate audio narration of the Bible text
- Provide a dark mode option for easier reading
- Allow syncing of reading progress across devices
- Integrate more Bible Project theme videos


### Scripture

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scripture-audio-bible-reader/id6744031196)

Listen to the Bible read aloud, one chapter at a time. This ad-free app helps you build a daily reading habit with a natural voice and offline playback. Track your progress and find peace with focused, minimalist design.

**Highlights:** Listen to Bible chapters read aloud, Natural AI voice narration, Word-by-word highlighting, Offline playback, Background playback, Daily reading habit tracking, Minimalist design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited access | $6.99 | per year |
| Scripture Pro - Annual Pass | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Read Scripture free?

Read Scripture is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Scripture free?

Scripture is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Read Scripture or Scripture?

Scripture is rated higher. Read Scripture averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while Scripture averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Read Scripture or Scripture have ads?

Neither Read Scripture nor Scripture shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Read Scripture or Scripture?

Read Scripture ships an update every 5 weeks, and Scripture every 4 days. Most recently, Read Scripture was updated on November 2, 2026 and Scripture on October 30, 2026.

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