# Message Bible (MSG) Audio* vs BeADisciple

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Message Bible (MSG) Audio* at 46% against BeADisciple's 0%. Message Bible (MSG) Audio* also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (2.9K vs 7). BeADisciple's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 42 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Message Bible (MSG) Audio* sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.49 per year and BeADisciple sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Message Bible (MSG) Audio* holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Message Bible (MSG) Audio* has 2.9K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of Message Bible (MSG) Audio*'s written reviews are positive against 0% of BeADisciple's.

Message Bible (MSG) Audio* ships an update every 42 months, BeADisciple every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Message Bible (MSG) Audio* | BeADisciple |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/message-bible-msg-audio/id1570435369/reviews)** | [4.1 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beadisciple/id1616099187/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **46.4% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 42 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 28 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RAVINDHIRAN ANAND](https://appshunter.io/developer/1479882196) | [Southwestern College](https://appshunter.io/developer/1616099189) |

## What reviewers say

### Message Bible (MSG) Audio*

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/message-bible-msg-audio/id1570435369)

Access and study the Message translation of the Holy Bible with audio playback, reading plans, and customization options.  Features include offline access, shareable verse images, and note-taking capabilities.

**Highlights:** Offline reading, Audio Bible playback, Customizable fonts and text size, Verse image creation, Highlighting and bookmarking, Verse sharing, Note-taking

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ads Free Version - AutoOneYear | $5.49 | per year |
| Ads Free Version - One Year | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ads Free Version - Life Time | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Helpful for staying connected to God

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Malfunctioning app
- 🐛 Navigation issues
- 🐛 Incorrect Bible verse
- 🐛 Daily verse not updating

**Reported bugs**

- Audio reading from different Bible version
- App gets stuck on cover page
- Verses showing future dates
- Feedback page not working

**Requested features**

- Fix difficulty creating images
- Add copy-paste option for verses
- Improve text formatting and wrapping


### BeADisciple

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beadisciple/id1616099187)

This app provides a digital platform for small-group Christian study, offering all necessary materials for personal development and community engagement. It features digital versions of the DISCIPLE Bible Study series, including commentary, Bible text, video resources, and interactive community tools.

**Highlights:** Digital DISCIPLE Bible Study series, Commentary and CEB Bible text, Review videos and scholar perspectives, Private group message board, Prayer request chain, One-click live meeting access

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Finding Jesus: Nouwen - Participant | $20.99 | one-time |
| Disciple I Fast Track - Part | $51.99 | one-time |
| Study Fast Track II | $51.99 | one-time |
| Finding Jesus - Nouwen - Leader Pkg | $55.99 | one-time |
| Disciple I Fast Track - Leader | $86.99 | one-time |
| Study Fast Track II - Leader | $86.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Message Bible (MSG) Audio* free?

Message Bible (MSG) Audio* is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is BeADisciple free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Message Bible (MSG) Audio* or BeADisciple?

Message Bible (MSG) Audio* is rated higher. Message Bible (MSG) Audio* averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while BeADisciple averages 4.1 from 7 ratings.

### Do Message Bible (MSG) Audio* or BeADisciple have ads?

Message Bible (MSG) Audio* shows ads; BeADisciple does not.

### Which is updated more often, Message Bible (MSG) Audio* or BeADisciple?

Message Bible (MSG) Audio* ships an update every 42 months, and BeADisciple every 2 months. Most recently, Message Bible (MSG) Audio* was updated on November 3, 2026 and BeADisciple on November 3, 2026.

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