# Message Bible (MSG) Audio* vs Boldscholar

The clearest difference is ads: Boldscholar at none against Message Bible (MSG) Audio*'s shown. Boldscholar also leads on update cadence (every 4 months vs every 42 months). Message Bible (MSG) Audio*'s advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On price, in-app purchases 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 Boldscholar sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Message Bible (MSG) Audio* ships an update every 42 months, Boldscholar every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Message Bible (MSG) Audio* | Boldscholar |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/message-bible-msg-audio/id1570435369/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 46.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 42 months | **Every 4 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 28 MB | 58 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [RAVINDHIRAN ANAND](https://appshunter.io/developer/1479882196) | [Boldscholar Research Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1839880585) |

## 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


### Boldscholar

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boldscholar/id6752561760)

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Videobook Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $12.99 | per year |
| Ink Drop – Starter Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ink Vial - Pro | $2.99 | one-time |
| Ink Bottle – Mega Pack | $5.99 | 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 Boldscholar free?

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

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

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

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

Message Bible (MSG) Audio* ships an update every 42 months, and Boldscholar every 4 months. Most recently, Message Bible (MSG) Audio* was updated on October 24, 2026 and Boldscholar on October 18, 2026.

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