# Bible vs Bible Study Tools, Audio Video

The clearest difference is monetization model: Bible Study Tools, Audio Video at free against Bible's free with in-app purchases. Bible Study Tools, Audio Video also leads on iOS requirement (13 vs 18.0). Bible's advantage is ratings volume (14M vs 427) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

Bible holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bible has 14M ratings behind it against 427, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 99% of Bible's written reviews are positive against 83% of Bible Study Tools, Audio Video's.

Bible ships an update every 2 weeks, Bible Study Tools, Audio Video every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and August 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bible | Bible Study Tools, Audio Video |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (14M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bible/id282935706/reviews)** | [4.7 (427 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bible-study-tools-audio-video/id600610494/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **14M** | 427 |
| Positive reviews | **98.9% of reviews** | 83.3% 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 | 172 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **13** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Vision Pro | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Life.Church](https://appshunter.io/developer/282935709) | [John Bivol](https://appshunter.io/developer/591867898) |

## What reviewers say

### Bible

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

**Currently charting:** #2 Top Free · Reference, #188 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


### Bible Study Tools, Audio Video

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bible-study-tools-audio-video/id600610494)

This comprehensive app offers a wealth of resources for in-depth Bible study, including multiple translations, commentaries, and devotional content. Access audio Bibles, sermons, hymns, and video resources in over 15 languages, with offline listening options.

**Highlights:** Multiple Bible translations, Commentaries and study books, Daily scripture and devotionals, Audio Bibles and sermons, Christian hymns, Video resources, Bible Q&A

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🙏 Blessings and spiritual resources
- 📚 Comprehensive Bible study materials
- 🎧 Audio Bible and sermons
- 🎥 Videos and multimedia content
- 💻 Convenient all-in-one app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Jehovah's Witness content, not mainstream Christian
- 🔍 Lack of common Bible translations
- 🐛 Technical issues with downloads and playback
- 🔒 Difficulty uninstalling or deleting the app

**Reported bugs**

- Bible search tool freezes
- Inconsistent dark mode implementation
- Missing downloaded content

**Requested features**

- Bookmark and highlight Bible study materials
- Offline access to audio and video content
- Ability to adjust playback speed
- Support for more Bible translations


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bible free?

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

### Is Bible Study Tools, Audio Video free?

Bible Study Tools, Audio Video is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Bible or Bible Study Tools, Audio Video?

Bible is rated higher. Bible averages 4.9 out of 5 from 14M ratings, while Bible Study Tools, Audio Video averages 4.7 from 427 ratings.

### Do Bible or Bible Study Tools, Audio Video have ads?

Neither Bible nor Bible Study Tools, Audio Video shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bible or Bible Study Tools, Audio Video?

Bible ships an update every 2 weeks, and Bible Study Tools, Audio Video every 2 months. Most recently, Bible was updated on September 24, 2026 and Bible Study Tools, Audio Video on August 6, 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.*