ESV Bible vs Bible Chat Versea
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ESV Bible
Easily read, study, and engage with scripture on your mobile device. Features audio Bibles, customizable reading plans, and in-depth study resources. Sync your notes and highlights across devices.
- Distraction-free reader mode
- Search by reference, keyword, or phrase
- Listen to audio Bibles with background music
- Over 50 Bible reading plans
- Access to study Bibles and commentaries
- Personal notes and highlighting
- Cross-device syncing
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The ESV Bible app allows you to easily read, study, and engage with God’s Word wherever you go, making it the best possible Bible reading experience for your phone or tablet. Listen to Scripture with audio Bibles and meditate on God’s Word with instrumental background music. Customize your experience with a wide variety of reading plans and thematic playlist options, helping you make daily Bible reading a habit every day. READ THE BIBLE WHEREVER YOU GO • Toggle display options to a streamlined, distraction-free reader's mode • Search tools allow you to quickly search the Bible by reference, keyword, or phrase • Quick access to cross-references LISTEN AND MEDITATE • Listen to the Bible read aloud by acclaimed Christian artists, pastors, and Bible teachers • Voices include Kristyn Getty, Ray Ortlund, Jackie Hill Perry, Michael Reeves, and more • Instrumental background music to help you meditate as you listen • A diverse selection of musical styles, artists, and genres • Individual volume controls allow you to adjust the music and Bible audio separately MAKE A HABIT OF BIBLE READING • Choose from over 50 Bible reading plans • One-year, devotional, and topical plans offer a wide variety of options to fit your lifestyle and reading goals DIVE DEEPER INTO GOD’S WORD • Access the ESV Global Study Bible for free • Subscribe to unlock a full library of study resources, including the ESV Study Bible, ESV Archaeology Study Bible, Preaching the Word commentary series, ESV Expository Commentary series, and more ENGAGE WITH SCRIPTURE • Record your personal reflections using the easy-to-use notes feature • Highlight and bookmark favorite portions of Scripture • All content saved via a free account is synced with ESV.org—giving you access to personal notes, bookmarks, and highlights from any device • Adjust dozens of layout and text settings including font size, red letter, background color, and more UNLOCK PREMIUM FEATURES • Access to the full range of study Bibles, commentaries, and playlists available online and in the app • Over 50 playlists compile thematic verses to guide you through a particular mood, topic, or season Deepen your time in God’s Word with customizable study and audio features available with the ESV Bible app. Download for free today! EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Bible Chat Versea
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Bible Chat Versea helps you turn an anxious, tired, grateful, or uncertain moment into a simple Scripture rhythm. Choose what you are facing, receive a cited Bible verse, pray with a short guided prompt, and keep the day’s verse close with a Home or Lock Screen widget. The app is built for Christians who want Bible guidance that feels calm, practical, and easy to return to. Key features: - Prayer Coach for anxiety, sleep, decisions, forgiveness, gratitude, family, and grief - Bible Chat with short answers and Scripture citations - Daily Bible verse widget for Home and Lock Screen - Optional Catholic mode for Catholic prayer language and focus - Prayer journal for saved prayers, insights, and answered prayers - English and Spanish onboarding - Weekly and yearly Premium access with restore purchases - Apple offer-code redemption support How it works: 1. Choose your language and what you need prayer for. 2. Get a personalized verse, prayer, and daily rhythm. 3. Ask Bible Chat for cited guidance when you need more context. 4. Save prayers and reflections in your journal. 5. Add the widget so Scripture stays visible during the day. Bible Chat Versea is for reflection, prayer, and Scripture study support. It is not medical advice, therapy, emergency support, or clergy guidance. If you are in immediate danger or crisis, contact local emergency services or a trusted person now. Terms of use: https://smartaitomation.com/termsbiblechatverseaapp.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is chart position: ESV Bible at #100 against Bible Chat Versea's unranked. ESV Bible also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. ESV Bible sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Bible Chat Versea sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | ESV Bible | Bible Chat Versea |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (11K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 70.9% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 11K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Best chart rank | #100 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 18.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 34 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Crossway | Smart Automation SRL |
Bugs and requests
ESV Bible
Reported bugs
4 issues- Crashing and freezing issues
- Verses missing from the text
- Incorrect chapter/verse navigation
- Disappearing highlights and notes
Requested features
6 requests- Ability to customize font size and style
- Offline audio download option
- Improved navigation between books and chapters
- Verse-level highlighting and note-taking
- Syncing of bookmarks and notes across devices
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- Verse of the day widget or notification
Bible Chat Versea
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
ESV Bible
- ESV Bible App Subscription7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- ESV Bible App Subscription7 Days trial$39.991 Year
Bible Chat Versea
- Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
- Yearly Premium$34.991 Year







