Comparison

Apocrypha vs Yah Scriptures

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

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About

Apocrypha

Explore ancient biblical texts that were once part of the King James Version. This app offers offline access to these books, with features like audio narration, bookmarking, and customizable reading settings.

Highlights
  • Audio Bible (TTS)
  • Offline Access
  • Auto-Scrolling Mode
  • Bookmark & Notepad
  • Custom Highlights
  • Adjustable Fonts
Features
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Apocrypha / Deuterocanonical: Bible’s Lost Books: The Apocrypha is a collection of ancient biblical books that were included in the original 1611 King James Bible (KJV) but were later removed in 1885. These texts were originally positioned between the Old Testament and the New Testament, alongside maps and genealogies. Some of these books are also known as Deuterocanonical books, a term used by the Catholic Church and other Christian traditions. The 70 missing verses of 2 Esdras, which are not included in the King James Version Apocrypha, can be found in the Cambridge Annotated Study Apocrypha, edited by Howard C. Kee, and in the NRSV Holy Bible with Apocrypha, published by Oxford University Press. Features: ・ Audio Bible (TTS – Text-to-Speech): Listen to the Apocrypha, Deuterocanonical books, and the KJV Bible with professional narration. ・ Offline Access: Read and listen to the Bible and Apocrypha without an internet connection. ・ Auto-Scrolling Mode: Continuous reading without flipping pages manually. ・ Full-Screen Reading Mode for distraction-free Bible study. ・ Bookmark & Notepad: Save your favorite verses, add notes, and copy passages with a single tap. ・ Custom Highlights: Choose from 4 different colors. ・ Large & Bold Fonts: Easy-to-read text with adjustable font sizes, word spacing, and line height. ・ Powerful search engine that lets you quickly find verses across all books of the Bible. ・ Three Verse Layout Modes for personalized reading preferences. ・ Resume Reading: Easily pick up where you left off. ・ Portrait & Landscape Modes for flexible reading. ・ Additional Free Bible Apps Available: Download the King James Version (KJV 1611), World English Bible (WEB), and more. Books Included for Free: Apocrypha / Deuterocanonical Books: 1 Esdras 2 Esdras (with missing 70 verses) Tobit Judith Additions to Esther Wisdom of Solomon Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) Baruch Letter of Jeremiah Prayer of Azariah Susanna Bel and the Dragon Prayer of Manasseh 1 Maccabees 2 Maccabees Laodiceans Should the Apocrypha Be in the Bible? The Apocrypha has been a subject of debate for centuries. Some argue these books were never part of the inspired Word of God, citing verses such as Tobit 6:5-8, which mentions magic, as inconsistent with the rest of the Bible. Others believe the Apocrypha was wrongly removed, pointing out that these books were included in the Bible for nearly 2,000 years before being taken out just over a century ago. Some claim that they were excluded due to their absence from the original Hebrew manuscripts, while others argue that publishers removed them to reduce printing costs. Interestingly, fragments of the Dead Sea Scrolls, dating back to before 70 A.D., contain portions of Apocryphal books in Hebrew, including Sirach and Tobit, suggesting that these texts were valued in early Jewish communities. These Bible book apps are also available from the same developer: King James Version (KJV) & World English Bible (WEB) The King James Bible (KJV) remains one of the most widely recognized and influential Bible translations. Commissioned by King James I of England in 1604 and completed in 1611, it has shaped English-speaking Christianity for centuries. For those seeking a more modern translation, the World English Bible (WEB) provides a complete Holy Bible in contemporary English, maintaining accuracy and readability. Download Now – The Ultimate Free Apocrypha Bible App! Explore the Apocrypha, Deuterocanonical books. Whether for Bible study, historical research, or devotional reading, this app provides an authentic biblical experience with powerful features—all for free! Thank you for using Apocrypha / Deuterocanonical: Bible’s Lost Books.

About

Yah Scriptures

This app offers a restored translation of religious texts, emphasizing original Hebrew names and removing pagan influences. It provides a clean, ad-free reading experience with features like search, bookmarks, and offline access, including additional books.

Highlights
  • Restored original Hebrew names
  • Removal of pagan titles
  • Powerful search functionality
  • Bookmarks and notes
  • Ad-free reading experience
  • Offline access
  • Includes Apocrypha
Features
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Yah Scriptures – The Word Restored to Its Original Purity The Yah Scriptures App brings you the most accurate, pure, and set-apart translation of the Father’s Word available today. Unlike traditional versions, Yah Scriptures restores the original Hebrew names of the Father (YHWH) and His Son (Yahushua), removes all pagan titles, and brings back key Hebrew words throughout the text. This is not just another Bible app. This is the Word as it was meant to be – untouched by man’s traditions, uncorrupted by religion, and fully honoring the Name of YHWH. Key Features: - Full Yah Scriptures Text: Original Hebrew Names restored throughout. - Powerful Search: Instantly find verses, words, or phrases. - Bookmarks & Notes: Save and personalize your studies. - Clean Reading Experience: No ads, no clutter – just the pure Word. - Offline Access: Read anytime, anywhere – no internet required. - Includes Apocrypha: Access extra books often removed from modern translations. Why Choose Yah Scriptures? - Restores the Father’s and Son’s True Names. - Removes all pagan words and titles. - Honors the original Hebrew culture and language. - Brings back lost books and suppressed truths. Whether you’re new to the faith or a lifelong believer seeking the original paths, the Yah Scriptures App is a powerful tool to help you draw closer to YHWH and walk in His Truth. Download now and experience the most set-apart version of the Word today.

Screenshots

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Yah Scriptures4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Yah Scriptures at none against Apocrypha's shown. Yah Scriptures also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and review sentiment (94% vs 73%). Apocrypha's advantage is ratings volume (643 vs 77). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Yah Scriptures holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Apocrypha has 643 ratings behind it against 77, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of Apocrypha's written reviews are positive against 94% of Yah Scriptures's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Apocrypha ships an update fortnightly, Yah Scriptures every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Apocrypha versus Yah Scriptures: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterApocryphaYah Scriptures
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (643 ratings)4.9 (77 ratings) — better
Positive reviews72.5% of reviews93.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings643 — better77
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 8 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB75 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHaven TranNicole Marie Boss

Customer experience

Apocrypha

All ratings637 ratings
Positive94.2%
Neutral2.4%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews51 reviews
Positive72.5%
Neutral3.9%
Negative23.5%

Yah Scriptures

All ratings77 ratings
Positive98.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative1.3%
Written reviews32 reviews
Positive93.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.3%

Bugs and requests

Apocrypha

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Chapters not loading
  • Bookmarks not working
  • Crashing issues
  • Compatibility problems on tablets

Requested features

4 requests
  • Offline reading mode
  • Table of contents
  • Improved search functionality
  • Bookmarking and note-taking features

Yah Scriptures

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Apocrypha

No in-app purchases

None

Yah Scriptures

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Apocrypha free?
Apocrypha is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Yah Scriptures free?
Yah Scriptures is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Apocrypha or Yah Scriptures?
Yah Scriptures is rated higher. Apocrypha averages 4.7 out of 5 from 643 ratings, while Yah Scriptures averages 4.9 from 77 ratings.
Do Apocrypha or Yah Scriptures have ads?
Apocrypha shows ads; Yah Scriptures does not.
Which is updated more often, Apocrypha or Yah Scriptures?
Apocrypha ships an update fortnightly, and Yah Scriptures every 8 days. Most recently, Apocrypha was updated on October 26, 2026 and Yah Scriptures on October 24, 2026.

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