# Logos Bible vs Bible Gateway

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Logos Bible at 81% against Bible Gateway's 18%. Logos Bible also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.7) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Logos Bible sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Bible Gateway sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Logos Bible holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Logos Bible has 177K ratings behind it against 10K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of Logos Bible's written reviews are positive against 18% of Bible Gateway's.

Logos Bible ships an update every 2 weeks, Bible Gateway monthly. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Logos Bible | Bible Gateway |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (177K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/logos-bible/id336400266/reviews)** | [3.7 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bible-gateway/id506512797/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **177K** | 10K |
| Positive reviews | **81.5% of reviews** | 18.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#48** | #86 |
| Size | 319 MB | 113 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Faithlife Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/336400269) | [HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/444535393) |

## What reviewers say

### Logos Bible

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/logos-bible/id336400266)

**Currently charting:** #48 Top Grossing · Reference, #85 Top Free · Reference (US App Store)

This app offers a comprehensive Bible study experience with free Bibles, commentaries, and theological resources. It provides tools for in-depth research, offline access, and note syncing. An optional subscription unlocks advanced features and additional content.

**Highlights:** Over 40 free Bibles and books, Commentaries and sermon prep tools, Search Scripture and books, Compare texts side-by-side, Offline study capabilities, Sync notes and outlines, Built-in reading plans

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Logos Plus (Monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| Logos Premium (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Logos Plus (Yearly) | $49.99 | per year |
| Logos Premium (Yearly) | $99.99 | per year |
| Faithlife Study Bible | Free | one-time |
| Connect the Testaments | Free | one-time |
| English Standard Version (ESV) | $9.99 | one-time |
| The Message Bible | $9.99 | one-time |
| The Amplified Bible (AMP) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Christ, Our Righteousness | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful study tools
- 🔍 Extensive library of resources
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 📚 Seamless cross-device experience
- 🔍 Helpful for sermon preparation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 🤔 Steep learning curve
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🤔 Limited offline functionality
- 🤔 Inconsistent user experience across platforms

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect Bible verse display
- Syncing issues between mobile and desktop
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Inability to delete or edit notes
- Slow performance on older devices

**Requested features**

- Improved note-taking capabilities
- Ability to customize fonts and layouts
- Offline access to all resources
- Seamless integration with presentation software
- More intuitive navigation and tab management


### Bible Gateway

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bible-gateway/id506512797)

**Currently charting:** #86 Top Grossing · Reference, #110 Top Free · Reference (US App Store)

Access and study the Bible with over 200 translations and audio Bibles in multiple languages. Enhance your reading with features like highlighting, notes, and reading plans. An optional subscription unlocks advanced study tools and an ad-free experience.

**Highlights:** 200+ Bible translations, 30+ Audio Bibles, Keyword and verse search, Highlighting and note-taking, Reading plans and progress tracking, Side-by-side Bible viewing, Verse of the Day

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bible Gateway Plus Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Bible Gateway Plus Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Bible Gateway Plus Yearly | $58.99 | per year |
| Bible Gateway Plus Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Bible Gateway Plus Yearly | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent Bible study tool
- 🔍 Wide range of translations and languages
- 🎧 Useful audio Bible feature
- 📚 Comprehensive Bible resources
- 🗓️ Helpful reading plans and reminders

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 📱 Compatibility issues with newer devices
- 💤 Audio playback issues and resets
- 🔍 Inconsistent search functionality
- 📝 Limited note-taking and highlighting options

**Reported bugs**

- Verses not displaying correctly
- Inability to navigate to specific chapters/verses
- Saved notes and highlights not persisting
- Audio playback issues and resets

**Requested features**

- Offline Bible downloads
- More translation options (e.g., NRSV, Good News)
- Improved note-taking and highlighting capabilities
- Customizable font and layout options
- Seamless syncing across devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Logos Bible free?

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

### Is Bible Gateway free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Logos Bible or Bible Gateway?

Logos Bible is rated higher. Logos Bible averages 4.9 out of 5 from 177K ratings, while Bible Gateway averages 3.7 from 10K ratings.

### Do Logos Bible or Bible Gateway have ads?

Bible Gateway shows ads; Logos Bible does not.

### Which is updated more often, Logos Bible or Bible Gateway?

Logos Bible ships an update every 2 weeks, and Bible Gateway monthly. Most recently, Logos Bible was updated on November 4, 2026 and Bible Gateway on November 4, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Logos Bible or Bible Gateway?

Logos Bible currently peaks at #48 in the App Store charts, and Bible Gateway at #86. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*