# Every Reference vs Handy Bible Pro

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Handy Bible Pro at 90% against Every Reference's 23%. Handy Bible Pro also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (369 vs 6). Every Reference's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 16) and price ($2.99 vs $4.99). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Every Reference costs $2.99 and Handy Bible Pro $4.99 up front. Handy Bible Pro sells 16 one-off in-app purchases. Every Reference asks for nothing beyond the download.

Handy Bible Pro holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Handy Bible Pro has 369 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 23% of Every Reference's written reviews are positive against 90% of Handy Bible Pro's.

Every Reference ships an update every 2 months, Handy Bible Pro every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Every Reference | Handy Bible Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$2.99** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [3.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/every-reference-bible-study/id377102901/reviews) | **[4.7 (369 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handy-bible-pro/id451584395/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **369** |
| Positive reviews | 23.1% of reviews | **89.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 85 MB | 847 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sand Apps Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/333188389) | [Vincent Chiu](https://appshunter.io/developer/414105379) |

## What reviewers say

### Every Reference

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/every-reference-bible-study/id377102901)

Access a vast collection of Bible commentaries, dictionaries, and encyclopedias with over 20,000 linked Bible references. This app includes multiple Bibles in various languages and offers customizable text display. All content is available offline after download.

**Highlights:** 9000+ Dictionary/Encyclopedia entries, 20,000+ Bible reference links, Multiple Bibles included, Offline access to all content, Customizable text size and color, Search and browse tools

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Handy Bible Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/handy-bible-pro/id451584395)

This comprehensive Bible study tool offers multiple Bible translations, commentaries, dictionaries, and maps. Its unique interface allows users to view several study resources simultaneously, enhancing in-depth analysis and note-taking capabilities.

**Highlights:** Multiple Bible translations, Commentaries and dictionaries, Simultaneous multi-window display, Rich text note editing, Powerful SQL database search, Offline access, Apple Watch support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Confessions - Augustine | Free | one-time |
| Book - The Pilgrim's Progress | Free | one-time |
| NET Bible | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bible Note can add Audio Recording/Playing | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bible Note can insert images | $1.99 | one-time |
| Feature - Multiple Searches | $1.99 | one-time |
| Add Text-To-Speech | $2.99 | one-time |
| Hebrew Interlinear Old Testament with Strong's numbers and transliteration | $2.99 | one-time |
| Bible Maps | $2.99 | one-time |
| The Message Bible | $4.99 | one-time |
| NET Bible with Notes | $4.99 | one-time |
| ESV Bible | $4.99 | one-time |
| Original Bible Text Study | $4.99 | one-time |
| NASB Bible | $5.99 | one-time |
| NKJV Bible | $7.99 | one-time |
| NASB Bible Study Bundle | $12.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 📚 Comprehensive Bible study tool with extensive features
- 🔍 Powerful concordance and Strong's number integration
- 💬 Multiple Bible translations and commentaries included
- 👍 User-friendly interface once learned
- 💰 Excellent value for price

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🧭 Steep learning curve for new users
- 🔘 Non-intuitive navigation and interface design
- 📱 Difficult to change chapters within same book
- 🔤 Small button sizes difficult to tap
- 📖 Limited popular Bible translations available by default

**Reported bugs**

- Apple Watch Bible section fails to load scriptures
- Paid content (NASB, NET Bible) doesn't load after purchase
- Concordance doesn't label verses until clicked
- Interlinear Bible not accessible after purchase
- Screen spinning/loading issues with some purchases

**Requested features**

- Add popular Bible translations (NIV, ESV, NASB) to default package
- Create comprehensive user manual and video tutorials
- Improve Apple Watch scripture loading functionality
- Add Spanish Bible translation (Reina Valera)
- Highlight words of Jesus in red


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Every Reference free?

Every Reference costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Handy Bible Pro free?

Handy Bible Pro costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Every Reference or Handy Bible Pro?

Handy Bible Pro is rated higher. Every Reference averages 3.0 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Handy Bible Pro averages 4.7 from 369 ratings.

### Do Every Reference or Handy Bible Pro have ads?

Neither Every Reference nor Handy Bible Pro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Every Reference or Handy Bible Pro?

Every Reference ships an update every 2 months, and Handy Bible Pro every 3 months. Most recently, Every Reference was updated on October 9, 2026 and Handy Bible Pro on October 5, 2026.

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