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John Calvin Commentary vs John Wesley's Explanatory

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

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About

John Calvin Commentary

Access comprehensive Bible commentaries by John Calvin, including detailed insights into books and chapters. Easily navigate scripture, track your reading progress, and share inspiring verses with custom backgrounds. Includes the King James Bible with clickable verse links.

Highlights
  • Bible commentaries on books and chapters
  • Easy navigation between books and chapters
  • Reading progress tracking
  • Share verses with background images
  • King James Bible included
  • Clickable links to KJV verses
  • Highlight/underline commentary
Features
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Overview Calvin Bible Commentaries application John Calvin (French: Jean Calvin ; born Jehan Cauvin; 10 July 1509 – 27 May 1564) was a French theologian, pastor and reformer in Geneva during the Protestant Reformation. He was a principal figure in the development of the system of Christian theology later called Calvinism, aspects of which include the doctrines of predestination and of the absolute sovereignty of God in salvation of the human soul from death and eternal damnation, in which doctrines Calvin was influenced by and elaborated upon the Augustinian and other Christian traditions. Various Congregational, Reformed and Presbyterian churches, which look to Calvin as the chief expositor of their beliefs, have spread throughout the world. Calvin was a tireless polemic and apologetic writer who generated much controversy. He also exchanged cordial and supportive letters with many reformers, including Philipp Melanchthon and Heinrich Bullinger. In addition to his seminal Institutes of the Christian Religion, Calvin wrote commentaries on most books of the Bible, confessional documents, and various other theological treatises. Originally trained as a humanist lawyer, he broke from the Roman Catholic Church around 1530. After religious tensions erupted in widespread deadly violence against Protestant Christians in France, Calvin fled to Basel, Switzerland, where in 1536 he published the first edition of the Institutes. In that same year, Calvin was recruited by Frenchman William Farel to join the Reformation in Geneva, where he regularly preached sermons throughout the week; but the governing council of the city resisted the implementation of their ideas, and both men were expelled. At the invitation of Martin Bucer, Calvin proceeded to Strasbourg, where he became the minister of a church of French refugees. He continued to support the reform movement in Geneva, and in 1541 he was invited back to lead the church of the city. Following his return, Calvin introduced new forms of church government and liturgy, despite opposition from several powerful families in the city who tried to curb his authority. During this period, Michael Servetus, a Spaniard regarded by both Roman Catholics and Protestants as having a heretical view of the Trinity, arrived in Geneva. He was denounced by Calvin and burned at the stake for heresy by the city council. Following an influx of supportive refugees and new elections to the city council, Calvin's opponents were forced out. Calvin spent his final years promoting the Reformation both in Geneva and throughout Europe. Feature of Calvin Bible Commentaries app 1.Bible Commentaries about books and Chapters of books 2.Navigate between books and chapters easily 3.Beautiful design and great user experiences 4.Track your progress reading book easily 5.Share nice verses with beautiful background image. 6.King James Bible attached book 7.Clickable links to KJV verses! 8.Highlight/underline part of commentary 9.Add notes/bookmarks

About

John Wesley's Explanatory

This app offers John Wesley's Explanatory Notes on the Bible, written in plain language to simplify complex passages. It focuses on the New Testament, aiming to make Scripture accessible and inspire practical application of biblical teachings for daily living.

Highlights
  • Plain language explanations
  • Focus on New Testament
  • Methodist theology emphasis
  • Devotional insights
  • Guidance for Scripture study
Features
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John Wesley's Explanatory Notes were written to help readers understand the Bible in a simple and practical way. They explain Scripture clearly while highlighting themes such as faith, grace, salvation, and holy living. More than a commentary, Wesley's notes encourage readers to apply biblical teachings to daily life. They remain a valuable resource for gaining a deeper understanding of Scripture. Features: Daily Verse: Set reminders for daily Bible verse notifications. MY LIBRARY: Access your highlights, notes, and bookmarked verses. Old & New Testaments: Read both Testaments in one app. Verse Editor: Create beautiful verse posts with backgrounds and share them. Nearby Churches: Find churches near your location. Books: Explore a collection of Christian eBooks. Wallpapers: Browse beautiful and inspiring wallpapers. Videos: Watch videos on Jesus, Hope, Wisdom, Motivation, Gratitude, Healing, and more. Festive Calendar: Explore Christian festivals and feast days. Popular Verse: Discover verses by topics like love, fear, and peace. Customise Your Bible: Adjust fonts and text colors for comfortable reading. 1000 Praises: Explore a devotional collection honoring God’s names and attributes. Bible Quotes: Share Bible quotes in image and text formats. Bible Quiz: Test your Bible knowledge with engaging quizzes. Bible Stories: Read timeless and inspiring Bible stories for all ages. Bible FAQ: Find quick answers to common Bible and Christian life questions. Verse Comments: Share thoughts and engage in community discussions. Help Desk: Submit support requests with photo attachments. Dictionary: Access a Bible-based dictionary with easy search. Dream Meanings: Explore Biblical and Christian perspectives on dreams. Word Highlights: Highlight words or letters for deeper reflection. App Activity: Track reading streaks, time spent, refreshes, and app usage. Search: Quickly find verses, chapters, and topics. Products: Explore Bible-related products within the app. VerseBot: Get AI-powered verse explanations with easy copy and sharing. Notification History: Access your past notifications in one place. Did You Know?: Discover daily facts about the Bible and Christian faith. Bible Verse Clips: Enjoy short, inspirational Bible clips from the community. Prayer Request: Submit prayer requests and receive community support. Nearby Events: Discover Christian events and gatherings near you. Chapter-Wise Video Learning: Watch videos for deeper chapter understanding. Interactive Bible Games: Enjoy scripture-based games like SlideScript and VerseHunt. Bible Clips: Watch short, inspiring Biblical clips from the faith community. Bible Streaks: Maintain your daily Bible reading streak. Background Music: Enjoy calming music while reading the Bible. Mark as Read – Quiz: Take quizzes based on the verses you’ve read. Audio Bible – Speed Control: Adjust audio speed for faster or slower listening. Alarm: Set timely alarms and reminders for scheduled activities. Worship Songs: Praise and connect with God through uplifting songs and lyrics. Daily Prayer Reminder: Stay connected with God through daily prayer reminders. Audio Bible Experience: Listen to reading plans with text-to-speech audio and soulful background music.

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John Calvin Commentary4 screens
John Wesley's Explanatory4 screens

Verdict

The call

John Calvin Commentary and John Wesley's Explanatory both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 75% of John Calvin Commentary's written reviews are positive against 33% of John Wesley's Explanatory's. John Calvin Commentary also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases 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. John Calvin Commentary sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and John Wesley's Explanatory sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for John Calvin Commentary against 4.7 for John Wesley's Explanatory. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 112 and 156 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 75% of John Calvin Commentary's written reviews are positive against 33% of John Wesley's Explanatory's.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
John Calvin Commentary versus John Wesley's Explanatory: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJohn Calvin CommentaryJohn Wesley's Explanatory
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (112 ratings)4.7 (156 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings112156 — better
Update frequency—Every 4 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS10.3 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size101 MB278 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTuong The NghiaRAVINDHIRAN SUMITHRA

Customer experience

John Calvin Commentary

All ratings95 ratings
Positive95.8%
Neutral2.1%
Negative2.1%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

John Wesley's Explanatory

All ratings156 ratings
Positive93.6%
Neutral3.2%
Negative3.2%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

John Calvin Commentary

One-time1
  • Premium$1.99
4 purchases

John Wesley's Explanatory

One-time4
  • Three Months$7.99
  • Ads Free Version - Life Time$9.99
  • One Year$24.99
Show 1 more
  • Two Years$34.99

Questions

Is John Calvin Commentary free?
John Calvin Commentary is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is John Wesley's Explanatory free?
John Wesley's Explanatory is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, John Calvin Commentary or John Wesley's Explanatory?
John Wesley's Explanatory is rated higher. John Calvin Commentary averages 4.7 out of 5 from 112 ratings, while John Wesley's Explanatory averages 4.7 from 156 ratings.
Do John Calvin Commentary or John Wesley's Explanatory have ads?
John Wesley's Explanatory shows ads; John Calvin Commentary does not.

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