# Bible vs Word Alert

The clearest difference is monetization model: Word Alert at free against Bible's free with in-app purchases. Word Alert also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 18.0). Bible's advantage is ratings volume (14M vs 33K) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Bible against 4.9 for Word Alert. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bible has 14M ratings behind it against 33K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 99% and 99% positive.

Bible ships an update every 2 weeks, Word Alert every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bible | Word Alert |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (14M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bible/id282935706/reviews) | [4.9 (33K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-alert/id416931540/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **14M** | 33K |
| Positive reviews | **98.9% of reviews** | 98.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#2** | — |
| Size | 172 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Life.Church](https://appshunter.io/developer/282935709) | [Fingoware, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/342386902) |

## What reviewers say

### Bible

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bible/id282935706)

**Currently charting:** #2 Top Free · Reference, #204 Top Free (US App Store)

Access a vast library of Bible versions in multiple languages, listen to audio Bibles, and engage in daily study with friends. Create prayers, add notes, and customize your reading experience with themes and verse images.

**Highlights:** 3,500+ Bible versions, Audio Bibles, Thousands of Reading Plans, Create and organize Prayers, Study with Friends, Offline Bible access, Customizable themes and notes

**Features:** Apple Wallet, iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🙏 Brings me closer to God
- 💡 Convenient access to the Bible
- 🚀 Seamless user experience
- 🤝 Connects me with a community of believers
- 📚 Vast selection of Bible versions and reading plans

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔄 Frustrating streak reset issue
- 🕰️ Slow performance on older devices
- 🔍 Difficulty finding specific verses or passages

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional app crashes or freezes
- Syncing issues with reading plans and notes

**Requested features**

- Offline Bible access without needing internet
- More customization options for the user interface
- Improved search and navigation functionality
- Integration with other Bible study tools and resources


### Word Alert

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/word-alert/id416931540)

Receive daily Bible verses delivered as alerts to your Apple devices without needing to open the application. Easily share your favorite scriptures via email or social media, and save verses for later reflection. This app offers a simple and convenient way to integrate God's Word into your daily routine.

**Highlights:** Daily Bible verse alerts, No app opening required, Customizable alert times, Share verses via email/social media, Save favorite verses, Apple Watch integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Simple and straightforward
- 👍 Helpful daily scripture reminders
- 👍 Ability to set reminder time
- 👍 Variety of related scripture topics
- 👍 Encouraging and uplifting verses

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Verses sometimes repeat
- 🔒 No option to select Bible version
- 👎 Background is too bright/white

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes or freezes
- Compatibility issues on older devices

**Requested features**

- Option to customize background color
- Ability to save/sync favorite verses
- Multiple daily reminders/alerts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bible free?

Bible is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Word Alert free?

Word Alert is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Bible or Word Alert?

Bible and Word Alert are both rated 4.9 out of 5 on the App Store, from 14M and 33K ratings respectively.

### Do Bible or Word Alert have ads?

Neither Bible nor Word Alert shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bible or Word Alert?

Bible ships an update every 2 weeks, and Word Alert every 2 months. Most recently, Bible was updated on September 28, 2026 and Word Alert on September 29, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*