Bible Memory Verses vs Bible Memory by MemLok
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Bible Memory Verses
This app helps users memorize and organize Bible verses. It offers tools like word removal, flashcards, audio recording, and text-to-speech. Organize verses by custom folders, topics, or Bible order for study and discovery.
- Verse memorization tools
- Custom folder organization
- 120 pre-defined topics
- Audio record & playback
- Text-to-speech functionality
- Add custom verses
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Bible verses from 4 translations Download one of 4 available full versions Download or manually add your own verses Add Custom Folders to organize verses 120 Topics No adds, No opinions, just verses The primary purpose of this app is to provide tools to help with scripture memorization. There is a word removal tool, 2 types of flashcards, audio record & playback functions, text to speech, custom folders, search function and the ability to add your own verses. The secondary purpose is to provide organization tools of verses to help you find verses to memorize, study, share, or just to discover what the Bible has to say about particular topics. Verses can be searched or reviewed in Bible order, by Topic, or by verse rank( 1 - 200).
Bible Memory by MemLok
This app helps Christians memorize Bible verses using science-based visual mnemonics and digital flashcards. It offers multiple Bible translations, pre-loaded verses by topic and book, and customizable review options. Engage with verses through games and puzzles, and sync progress across devices.
- Visual mnemonic flashcards
- 6 Bible translations
- 551+ pre-loaded verses
- Verses by topic and book
- Custom card creation
- Verse comparison tool
- Games and puzzles
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For 30 years, the MemLok Bible Memory System has been the worldwide leader in helping Christians remember God’s word. Downloaded in over 120 countries, MemLok uses the science of image-based visual mnemonics on digital flashcards to rapidly train your brain to memorize your favorite Bible verses. Ad Free Select from 6 Bible translations: KJ, NKV, NAS, NIV, ESV, NLT Pre-loaded with over 551 cards. Choose verses over 50 Topics Choose verses from 66 Books of the Bible Create custom cards to review One-Tap verse comparison between translations Includes games and word puzzles Sync your progress across all your mobile devices Group cards as Daily, Frequent, Occasional, or Seldom; Listen to verses Featured on: YOUVERSION, Bible.com, THE NAVIGATORS Discipleship Journal, World Mag, Teaching Home, Old Schoolhouse, and Practical Homeschooling. Also recommended by: homeschool experts Cathy Duffy, Christine Field, Gregg Harris, Mary Pride, Rene Mason, Lisa Whelchel, Donna Partow.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bible Memory Verses at none against Bible Memory by MemLok's 2. Bible Memory by MemLok's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.2) and review sentiment (88% vs 79%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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. Bible Memory by MemLok sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Bible Memory Verses asks for nothing beyond the download.
Bible Memory by MemLok holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 189 and 107 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Bible Memory Verses's written reviews are positive against 88% of Bible Memory by MemLok's.
Bible Memory Verses ships an update every 3 weeks, Bible Memory by MemLok every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.
| Parameter | Bible Memory Verses | Bible Memory by MemLok |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (189 ratings) | 4.6 (107 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 79.5% of reviews | 88.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 189 — better | 107 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 22 MB | 120 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Great Commission Software, Inc. | AgileBuilders |
Customer experience
Bible Memory Verses
Bible Memory by MemLok
User reviews
Bible Memory Verses
From 189 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Simple and intuitive user interface
- 💡 Fill-in-the-blank memorization feature
- 🎯 Customizable verse organization and folders
- 🎤 Audio recording and playback functionality
- 📚 Multiple Bible translations available
Room to improve
- 🐛 Frequent app crashes
- 📱 Text size not adjustable for large passages
- 🎨 Plain, stark white interface design
- ⚠️ Incomplete Bible verse database
- 🔄 App resets to home screen when device sleeps
Bible Memory by MemLok
From 107 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use and understand
- 💡 Effective for memorizing scripture
- 🖼️ Pictures/visuals aid memory
- 📈 Encourages consistency and habit building
- 🙏 Helps strengthen faith and walk with God
Room to improve
- 💰 Expensive full version/upgrades
- 🆓 Free version limited (KJV only)
- 🐛 Technical issues (login, access, server communication)
- 🖼️ Some find execution/images poor
- 🤔 Misleading free app description
Bugs and requests
Bible Memory Verses
Reported bugs
12 issues- App crashes when adding custom verses
- App crashes when marking verses as target/favorite/memorized
- Fill-in-the-blank feature not working properly
- Audio recordings delete previous recordings
- Text visibility issues in dark mode
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- App crashes on startup after updates
- Verses disappear from folders despite showing count
- Cannot add verses to target list in newer version
- Flash cards show blank back side
- Tech support link non-functional
- Spelling errors in verse text
- Incompatibility with iOS 11 and newer versions
Requested features
14 requests- Adjustable text size for large passages
- Custom folder creation and naming
- Bible order sorting option
- Restore opening video/splash screen
- Multi-user support for different memorizers
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- Verse reminders and notifications
- Additional Bible translations (NLT, NKJV)
- Loop/auto-repeat audio recordings
- Shuffle flashcard option
- Ability to organize verses by subject/study
- Link to Bible Gateway
- Context information for verses
- iPad app version
- Prayers feature
Bible Memory by MemLok
Reported bugs
4 issues- Cannot access app (server communication errors)
- Password reset issues
- Upgrade not installing after purchase
- Cannot get past tutorial
Requested features
4 requests- More affordable pricing for full version
- Broader access to Bible versions in free tier
- Improved server stability/communication
- More intuitive menu/interface
In-app purchases
Bible Memory Verses
No in-app purchases
Bible Memory by MemLok
- Personal Forever Edition$29.95
- Personal Forever Edition$29.99
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