Comparison

Bible Study App by Olive Tree vs dot.Bible Dholuo

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Bible Study App by Olive Tree

This app provides a comprehensive Bible study experience, integrating commentaries, original language tools, and expert resources directly with scripture. It offers features for understanding text, building study habits, and accessing content offline, with options to listen to audio Bibles and watch educational videos.

Highlights
  • Integrated commentaries and study notes
  • Parallel translation comparison
  • Original language tools (Greek/Hebrew)
  • Customizable reading plans and reminders
  • Offline Bible and resource access
  • Audio Bible playback
  • Highlighting, bookmarking, and note-taking
Features
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What if your Bible app actually helped you understand what you're reading?    Downloaded over 8M times around the world with over 400,000 5 star reviews, Olive Tree is the free Bible study app that puts trusted commentaries, original language tools, and expert resources right alongside your Bible text — giving you the clarity to study Scripture with real confidence. Everything downloads to your device so you can study offline, anytime.    Most Bible apps just give you the text and leave you on your own. Olive Tree is different. Our unique Study Center tracks with what you're reading and automatically syncs to show you relevant information from the resources in your personal library — no searching required. Whether you're studying for yourself, leading a group, or preparing to teach, you need tools that go as deep as you want to.    UNDERSTAND WHAT YOU'RE READING  - Use the Resource Guide to reference relevant commentary and study notes.  - Compare translations side by side with the parallel feature.  - View cross-references and see thematic connections throughout the Bible.  - Use Greek and Hebrew tools to study the Scripture’s original languages.     BUILD A CONSISTENT BIBLE STUDY HABIT  - Choose from dozens of reading plans — short devotionals to year-long Bible journeys.  - Set daily reminders and track your progress.  - Pick up where you left off on any device.  - 5 free major Bible translations including ESV, NIV, KJV, NKJV, CSB and more.    TAKE YOUR STUDY ANYWHERE  - Offline Bibles: Download Bibles and study resources for full offline access  - Highlight, bookmark, and take notes as you study.  - Syncs seamlessly across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and more.    LISTEN AND LEARN ON THE GO  - Listen to Audio Bibles in popular translations — narrated or dramatized  - Follow along in the text while you listen.  - Free BibleProject videos for every book of the Bible.    GET STARTED WITH GUIDANCE  - Not sure where to start? Get one of our Bible Study Pack subscriptions with hand-picked tools and step-by-step training.  - Thousands of commentaries, study Bibles, devotionals, and more in the Olive Tree store.  - Buy individual resources or subscribe — affordable options to fit your style.    Whether you're a first-time reader, a small group leader, or a pastor preparing a message, Olive Tree meets you where you are and helps you go further.    SUBSCRIPTION PAYMENT INFORMATION  Olive Tree subscriptions will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase and/or completion of a free trial. Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the free trial or current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase.    End-user license agreement: https://www.olivetree.com/press/privacy.php#eula  Terms of use: https://www.olivetree.com/press/privacy.php#terms  Privacy policy: https://www.olivetree.com/press/privacy.php

About

dot.Bible Dholuo

Features
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dot.Bible — Read and Listen to the Bible in Dholuo dot.Bible helps you access Scripture in Dholuo—whether you prefer reading or listening, online or offline. This app is designed to support everyday engagement with the Bible. From first-time readers to those continuing a lifelong journey, it provides a simple way to read, listen, and stay connected to God’s Word through text and audio. Key Features Read and Listen to the Bible Access Scripture in both text and audio formats where available. Navigate by book, explore the Old and New Testaments, or listen hands-free. Content can be downloaded for offline reading and listening. Track Your Progress Create an optional account to track your Bible reading, revisit saved passages, and build consistent daily habits over time. Share Scripture Send Bible passages to others in their language, making it easy to share God’s Word with friends, family, or across communities. Simple and Focused Design A clean interface helps you stay focused on Scripture. Switch easily between reading and listening with minimal distraction. Built for Access dot.Bible is part of a broader effort to make Scripture accessible through mobile technology, especially in places where access to the Bible may be limited. More Than a Bible App This app is designed to make Scripture clear, accessible, and easy to engage with—helping people read, listen to, and reflect on the Bible wherever they are. “Every dot connects your journey through the Bible—from Genesis to Revelation.” Start Your Journey Download dot.Bible and begin reading or listening to the Bible in Dholuo—online or offline.

Screenshots

Bible Study App by Olive Tree4 screens
dot.Bible Dholuo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: dot.Bible Dholuo at none against Bible Study App by Olive Tree's 10. dot.Bible Dholuo also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Bible Study App by Olive Tree's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and chart position (#104 vs unranked). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Bible Study App by Olive Tree sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. dot.Bible Dholuo asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Bible Study App by Olive Tree versus dot.Bible Dholuo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBible Study App by Olive Treedot.Bible Dholuo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (325K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews93.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings325K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#104 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size114 MB177 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGospel Technologies LLCInternational Scripture Ministries, Inc.

Bugs and requests

Bible Study App by Olive Tree

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Incorrect linking of footnotes in NABRE translation
  • Verse selection process is cumbersome
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching between devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to export notes and highlights
  • Improve note-taking functionality with rich text formatting
  • Implement side-by-side Bible version comparison
  • Add more free Bible translations and resources
  • Enhance search capabilities within open resources

dot.Bible Dholuo

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Bible Study App by Olive Tree

Subscriptions4
  • Starter Pack Monthly14 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • ESV Study Pack Monthly14 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • NIV Study Pack Monthly14 Days trial$5.991 Month
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  • NKJV Study Pack Monthly14 Days trial$5.991 Month
One-time6
  • NIV BibleFree
  • New Living Translation - NLT$9.99
  • NASB 1995$11.99
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  • The Message Bible$11.99
  • Olive Tree Bible Maps$17.99
  • ESV Study Bible$47.99
None

dot.Bible Dholuo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bible Study App by Olive Tree free?
Bible Study App by Olive Tree is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is dot.Bible Dholuo free?
dot.Bible Dholuo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Bible Study App by Olive Tree or dot.Bible Dholuo have ads?
dot.Bible Dholuo shows ads; Bible Study App by Olive Tree does not.

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