Brilliant Bible vs Scripture Console
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Brilliant Bible
This app brings the King James Version of the Bible to life with over 32,000 original illustrations, one for every verse. It aims to make daily Bible reading more engaging and memorable through visual art and structured reading plans.
- 32,357 original verse illustrations
- Complete KJV Bible
- Chapter summaries
- Bible reading plans
- Comic adaptations of Bible stories
- Share illustrated verses
- Family sharing
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The #1 Fully Illustrated Bible App — Every Verse Brought to Life. 32,357 original illustrations. One for every verse in Scripture. Brilliant Bible is the only app that illustrates the complete KJV Bible—Genesis to Revelation—in stunning artwork. Finally, a Bible that draws you in and makes daily reading feel less like discipline and more like discovery. Most Bible apps give you text on a screen. Reading starts to feel like a task. You mean to open it daily, but days slip by. What if reading the Bible felt like being there? WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ***** "It has really improved my ability to stay engaged when reading. I also notice I remember more and process the info better bc of the pictures. The artwork is gorgeous." ***** "I've been looking for a good Bible app that helps me to read the Bible everyday... Then I found this perfect app!" ***** "I needed this, thank you Lord." WHY BRILLIANT BIBLE WORKS * You'll actually want to open it – Visual beauty draws you back. Each verse paired with art invites you to contemplate and linger. * You'll remember what you read – Images anchor Scripture in memory. Passages you've read dozens of times reveal new layers when you see them illustrated. * You'll understand the story – Chapter summaries provide context so you never feel lost, even in the most complex books. * You'll build the habit you've been wanting – Reading streaks celebrate your consistency and keep you coming back day after day. EVERYTHING YOU NEED * The Complete Illustrated Bible – All 66 books of the KJV, every verse brought to life in original oil painting style artwork. 32,357 illustrations in total. * Chapter Summaries – Brief, clear context for every chapter so you always know where you are in the story. * Bible Reading Plans – Structured paths through Scripture to guide your daily reading and keep you on track. * Comic Adaptations – Key Bible stories reimagined in vivid graphic novel format—perfect for visual learners and family reading. * Share Beautiful Verses – Send illustrated Scripture to friends and family with a tap. * Family Sharing – One subscription covers up to 6 family members. Read together, even apart. RATED 4.8 STARS Join thousands of readers who've discovered a new way to experience God's Word. Brilliant Bible has earned a 4.8-star rating from 3,500+ reviews. START YOUR FREE TRIAL Try Brilliant Bible free and see the difference for yourself. Your subscription supports continued development and keeps the lights on for a small team passionate about making Scripture beautiful. Subscription Details: Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period Manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your Apple ID account settings Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Scripture Console
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Scripture Console v2.1 - Ancient Data Repository - Immerse yourself in the timeless wisdom of Scripture through a unique sci-fi terminal interface. Scripture Console transforms Bible reading into an engaging retro-futuristic experience that feels like accessing an ancient database from a distant future. Key Features: Complete Bible Access - Browse all 66 books, 1,189 chapters, and 31,102 verses - King James Version (KJV) - World English Bible (WEB) Daily Transmission - Start each day with a curated verse delivered through your personal scripture console Offline Mode - Download complete books for offline reading. Perfect for reading without an internet connection. Advanced Search - Quickly find any verse, passage, or topic across the entire Bible Highlight System - Save your favorite verses with pulsating indicators for easy access Smart Bookmarks - Mark important passages as you read Immersive Design - Beautiful sci-fi aesthetic with: - Animated starfield background - Retro terminal-style interface - Pulsating status indicators - Sleek green/amber color scheme - Smooth navigation and transitions Perfect For:- Daily Bible reading and meditation - Scripture study and research - Anyone who appreciates unique, creative interfaces - Readers who want both style and substance in their apps Experience Scripture like never before - where ancient wisdom meets futuristic design.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Scripture Console at none against Brilliant Bible's 10. Brilliant Bible's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 2 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Brilliant Bible sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Scripture Console asks for nothing beyond the download.
Brilliant Bible ships an update every 4 weeks, Scripture Console every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Brilliant Bible | Scripture Console |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (4.6K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 44.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4.6K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 112 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Brilliant Illustrations | Michael Fann |
Bugs and requests
Brilliant Bible
Reported bugs
3 issues- Login issues and infinite loading screens
- Incorrect or inconsistent character illustrations
- Unexpected charges and billing problems
Requested features
4 requests- Add more Bible translations
- Provide some free content
- Include audio narration
- Improve navigation and bookmarking
Scripture Console
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Brilliant Bible
- Weekly Family Plan3 Days trial$0.997 Days
- Weekly Family Plan$0.997 Days
- Weekly Family Plan7 Days trial$0.997 Days
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- Weekly Reading Plan$1.997 Days
- Monthly Family Plan$5.991 Month
- Monthly Family Plan$14.991 Month
- Yearly Family Plan$34.991 Year
- Yearly Family Plan7 Days trial$69.991 Year
- Yearly Family Plan3 Days trial$69.991 Year
- Yearly Family Plan7 Days trial$99.991 Year
Scripture Console
No in-app purchases







