Comparison

4001 Bible Dictionary vs Bible Scholar Interactive

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

Head to head
About

4001 Bible Dictionary

Access a comprehensive Bible dictionary with over 4000 entries, linked to thousands of Bible references. Read these references in multiple English and other language Bibles. Customize text size and color for a personalized study experience.

Highlights
  • 4001 dictionary entries
  • 11,000+ Bible reference links
  • 18 English Bibles
  • 39 other language Bibles
  • Search and browse tools
  • Customizable text size and color
Features
Currently charting
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4001 Dictionary entries are supported by over 11,000 links to Bible references. Each reference can be read from the 18 English Bibles and 39 other language Bibles included. Includes search and complete browse tools. You can edit the size and color of the text to suite your needs. All texts and tools are included in the download, there are no hidden extras you have to buy.

About

Bible Scholar Interactive

Access over 14,000 pages of theological texts and Bible study tools. Includes dictionaries, commentaries, and historical works. Test your knowledge with a new quiz feature.

Highlights
  • Over 14,000 pages of study material
  • Multiple Bible dictionaries and commentaries
  • John Calvin's Institutes
  • Charles Spurgeon's Treasury of David
  • History of the Christian Church volumes
  • Bible Knowledge Quiz
  • Social media sharing
Features
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Now just $2.99. The Bible Scholar named one of:  "25 Incredible..Apps Every Theology Student Should Have" by Theology Degrees Online.  We have hand-picked over 20 Volumes (WITH OVER 14,000 PAGES!) of wonderful Bible Study tools that answer all the questions you've ever had about the Holy Scriptures. These digital classics will change the way you look at the Bible forever.  Just look at what we've included in this amazing package:  ** If you encounter blank pages after an initial install or update follow these steps: 1. Delete the app 2. Reinstall the app 3. While generating books on initial load do not close app. NEW: The Bible Scholar Knowledge Quiz: Now you can test your knowledge with a series of questions from the Old and New Testaments, Church History, and various books within the App. This feature is an exciting way for individuals, Churches, Bible schools, and families to get together and learn.  NEW: Social Media features like Twitter and Facebook. Now you can post what you are reading about to your friends from within the App. You can also email from App.  •Easton’s Bible Dictionary:  This 803 Page Dictionary  covers every Bible word from Alpha to Zuzims!  •Matthew Henry’s Concise Bible Commentary:  Over 1,000 Pages of In-depth commentary on the entire Bible from Genesis to Revelation by a noted scholar.  •Institutes of the Christian Religion, 4 volumes by John Calvin:  This 4 Volume in 1 classic by John Calvin covers the basic doctrines of Christianity and theology. 943 Pages  •Nave’s Topical Bible:  Bible verses arranged by topics. This 869 Page manual is a must for any serious Bible student or teacher.  •People’s New Testament Commentary:  A commentary that covers the entire New Testament! This famous 797 Page work by B.W. Johnson is an outstanding companion to anyone who wants to know more about the Bible.  •Smith’s Bible Dictionary:  William Smith's classic dictionary will help you to clarify the meanings of Biblical words and names. 867 Pages.  •The Treasury of David, Six Volumes by Charles Haddon Spurgeon:  This 6 Volume collection of commentary on the Psalms of David is the crown of Charles Spurgeon's work. 4,778 Pages!  •Introduction to the New Testament:  Lewis Berkhof's famous introduction will help you to understand the history, culture, and authorship of the New Testament books of the Bible. 212 Pages.  •History of the Christian Church Volumes 1 to 8:  Vol 1: Apostolic Christianity A.D. 1-100, 596 Pages  Vol 2: Ante-Nicene Christianity A.D. 100-325, 623 Pages  Vol 3: Nicene & Post-Nicene Christianity A.D. 311-600, 654 Pages  Vol 4: Mediaeval Christianity A.D. 590-1073, 508 Pages  Vol 5: The Middle Ages A.D. 1049-1294, 491 Pages  Vol 6: The Middle Ages A.D. 1294-1517, 450 Pages  Vol 7: Modern Christianity: The German Reformation 447 Pages  Vol 8: Modern Christianity: The Swiss Reformation 550 Pages  You will even see how Christianity impacted Islam.  •Updated King James Version of the Bible  Great addition to apps such as Youversion, Olive Tree, Bible.is,  Daily Bible, Bible Quotes, Strong's kjv.  Features:  •Books: This app has more than 20 volumes of Bible Dictionaries, Church History, and Bible Commentaries.  •Bookmark: This feature ensures that you never lose your place.  •Notes: You can make, save and edit your notes for future reference.  •A multicolor table of content: This attractive table of contents makes navigation easy with scroll functionality.  •Font Size: You can adjust the font size by using the font adjuster or by simply pinching the screen.  •NEW Search Feature: You can do Keyword, Chapter, and Book title searches. What's New in this Version 1. Enhanced Navigation with 'Go To' feature: Ability to go from topic to topic or chapter to chapter.  2. Font size adjusted.

Screenshots

4001 Bible Dictionary4 screens
Bible Scholar Interactive4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Bible Scholar Interactive at 56% against 4001 Bible Dictionary's 9%. Bible Scholar Interactive also leads on rating (4.0 vs 2.3) and ratings volume (17 vs 4). 4001 Bible Dictionary's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 42 months) and chart position (#132 vs unranked). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

4001 Bible Dictionary costs $2.99 and Bible Scholar Interactive $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bible Scholar Interactive holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 17 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 9% of 4001 Bible Dictionary's written reviews are positive against 56% of Bible Scholar Interactive's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

4001 Bible Dictionary ships an update every 2 months, Bible Scholar Interactive every 42 months. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
4001 Bible Dictionary versus Bible Scholar Interactive: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter4001 Bible DictionaryBible Scholar Interactive
Price$2.99$2.99
Rating2.3 (4 ratings)4.0 (17 ratings) — better
Positive reviews8.9% of reviews56.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings417 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 42 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#132 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size69 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSand Apps Inc.Vision for Maximum Impact, LLC

Customer experience

4001 Bible Dictionary

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%
Written reviews56 reviews
Positive8.9%
Neutral3.6%
Negative87.5%

Bible Scholar Interactive

All ratings17 ratings
Positive76.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative23.5%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive56.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative43.8%

In-app purchases

None

4001 Bible Dictionary

No in-app purchases

None

Bible Scholar Interactive

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is 4001 Bible Dictionary free?
4001 Bible Dictionary costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bible Scholar Interactive free?
Bible Scholar Interactive costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, 4001 Bible Dictionary or Bible Scholar Interactive?
Bible Scholar Interactive is rated higher. 4001 Bible Dictionary averages 2.3 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Bible Scholar Interactive averages 4.0 from 17 ratings.
Do 4001 Bible Dictionary or Bible Scholar Interactive have ads?
Neither 4001 Bible Dictionary nor Bible Scholar Interactive shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 4001 Bible Dictionary or Bible Scholar Interactive?
4001 Bible Dictionary ships an update every 2 months, and Bible Scholar Interactive every 42 months. Most recently, 4001 Bible Dictionary was updated on November 6, 2026 and Bible Scholar Interactive on November 1, 2026.

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