Comparison

Bible Audio vs Holy Version Bible App

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Bible Audio

Listen to and read the Bible with various translations and narration styles. Features include text-audio synchronization, quick navigation, memorization tools, and sleep timers. An optional subscription unlocks offline access, additional translations, and an ad-free experience.

Highlights
  • Listen to multiple Bible translations
  • Synchronized text and audio playback
  • Customizable narration styles
  • Scripture memorization tools
  • Adjustable playback speed
  • Offline access with subscription
Features
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Listen to the Bible while commuting to work or school, doing chores around the house, or as you drift off to sleep. You can now listen and read along with the Bible wherever you have an Internet connection. Bible Gateway’s Bible Audio App is FREE and easy to use. And for additional translations and offline access, simply upgrade to a Bible Audio Gold subscription. • Listen to a variety of Bible translations, including the New International Version (NIV), the King James Version (KJV), the New International Reader’s Version (NIrV), and the Spanish Nueva Versión Internacional (NVI). All versions are available in both text and audio. • Choose from multiple audio narration styles for the NIV, KJV, and NVI, including Dramatized and Voice-only. • Follow along as you listen with text and audio synchronization. • Navigate quickly anywhere in the Bible. • Memorize Scripture more effectively by setting chapters or verses to repeat. • Set a timer so that you can establish goals to spend more time in the Word of God, or so that you can fall asleep while listening. • Speed up or slow down playback to listen to the Bible at your own pace. Immerse yourself in the Bible with a Bible Audio Gold Subscription: • With the Gold subscription, you can download your favorite translations to listen without data plan limits. Anytime. Anywhere. • On top of the NIV, KJV, NIrV and NVI, add the New King James Version (NKJV) and International Children’s Bible (ICB) translations to your library and listen to any of 10 audio Bible recordings. • Experience the Bible uninterrupted—enjoy listening to God's Word without audio or banner ads. • Subscribe today for an introductory price of $1.99 USD per month or $19.99 USD per year. In subscribing to the Bible Audio App for $1.99 USD per month or $19.99 USD per year, you will have offline, ad-free access to 10 different audio recordings. Subscribing through iOS, you will be charged via your iTunes account, and confirmation of your purchase can be found there. Your subscription will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and will automatically renew each month if on the monthly plan, or each year if on the yearly plan. If you would like to cancel renewal, you will need to turn off auto-renew at least 24 hours before the end of your current period. At time of renewal, your iTunes account will be automatically charged $1.99 USD on the monthly plan or $19.99 USD on the yearly plan. To manage your subscription, visit your iTunes Account Settings after purchase to manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal. Bible Gateway’s Terms of Use are available at https://www.biblegateway.com/legal/terms/?interface=print

About

Holy Version Bible App

Access the Holy Bible offline with a comprehensive app featuring audio narration, customizable reading plans, and a built-in dictionary. Deepen your spiritual understanding with quizzes, share inspiring verses, and personalize your reading experience.

Highlights
  • Offline Bible access
  • Audio Bible narration
  • Customizable reading plans
  • Bible quizzes
  • Bible dictionary
  • Verse images and sharing
  • Customizable reading comfort
Features
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The Holy Bible App – Free, Offline & Full of God's Word The Holy Bible App is a FREE and offline Bible app that brings Scripture to your fingertips. Read or listen to the Bible anytime, anywhere—with powerful features like Audio Bible, Reading Plans, Bible Quizzes, Bible Quotes, and a built-in Bible Dictionary. Main Features: - Offline Access – Read the entire Bible even without an internet connection - Audio Bible – High-quality narration (requires internet) - Reading Plans – Choose from many reading plans or create your own - Bible Quiz – Test and grow your knowledge of Scripture - Bible Quotes – Get inspiring quotes by category to reflect and share Customize Your Bible: Verse Images – Create and share beautiful images of your favorite verses Highlights – Add custom color highlights for easy reference Bookmarks – Save your favorite passages to revisit anytime Notes – Write personal reflections; keep them private or share with others Share Scripture – Send verses to friends via social media, email, or text Reading Comfort – Adjust font size, style, and theme for easy reading day or night You can choose a weekly subscription or yearly subscription. – Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase (After free trial period if offered). – Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. – Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. – Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase. – Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/the-bible-app-policy/ Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/the-bible-app-terms/ Download now and enjoy the most complete Bible app experience!

Screenshots

Bible Audio4 screens
Holy Version Bible App4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Holy Version Bible App at 4.6 against Bible Audio's 3.2. Holy Version Bible App also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 months) and chart position (#109 vs unranked). Bible Audio's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Bible Audio sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.59 per month and Holy Version Bible App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Holy Version Bible App holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 550 and 1.8K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of Bible Audio's written reviews are positive against 36% of Holy Version Bible App's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bible Audio ships an update every 3 months, Holy Version Bible App every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Bible Audio versus Holy Version Bible App: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBible AudioHoly Version Bible App
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (550 ratings)4.6 (1.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews30.3% of reviews36.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5501.8K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#109 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.416.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size149 MB145 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperHarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc.Free App Studio

Customer experience

Bible Audio

All ratings540 ratings
Positive47.0%
Neutral10.7%
Negative42.2%
Written reviews188 reviews
Positive30.3%
Neutral17.6%
Negative52.1%

Holy Version Bible App

All ratings1,668 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral2.4%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews55 reviews
Positive36.4%
Neutral3.6%
Negative60.0%

Bugs and requests

Bible Audio

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App gets stuck on loading screen
  • Verses don't advance with audio
  • Subscription not working properly
  • Keeps asking to upgrade despite being paid
  • Reverts to free version after updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more Bible versions like ESV and NASB
  • Improve sync across devices and save progress
  • Provide font size and night mode options
  • Add chapter/verse navigation and selection
  • Fix continuous play and looping issues

Holy Version Bible App

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Bible Audio

Subscriptions4
  • Bible Audio Monthly$1.591 Month
  • Bible Audio Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Bible Audio Yearly$15.991 Year
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  • Bible Audio Yearly$19.991 Year
2 purchases

Holy Version Bible App

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Weekly$5.997 Days
  • Premium Yearly$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Bible Audio free?
Bible Audio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Holy Version Bible App free?
Holy Version Bible App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bible Audio or Holy Version Bible App?
Holy Version Bible App is rated higher. Bible Audio averages 3.2 out of 5 from 550 ratings, while Holy Version Bible App averages 4.6 from 1.8K ratings.
Do Bible Audio or Holy Version Bible App have ads?
Holy Version Bible App shows ads; Bible Audio does not.
Which is updated more often, Bible Audio or Holy Version Bible App?
Bible Audio ships an update every 3 months, and Holy Version Bible App every 4 weeks. Most recently, Bible Audio was updated on November 6, 2026 and Holy Version Bible App on November 4, 2026.

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