Comparison

e4 vs Blaze Studies

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

Head to head
About

e4

Access in-depth biblical and theological courses taught by distinguished scholars. Explore topics from apologetics to faith and science through lectures and Q&A sessions. Offers over 120 hours of content, with some courses available for free and others at a low cost.

Highlights
  • Biblical and theological courses
  • Taught by distinguished scholars
  • Lectures and Q&A sessions
  • Transcribed content
  • Synchronized video and text
  • Over 120 hours of content
Features
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We filmed distinguished biblical scholars & theologians teaching & interacting with deeply engaged participants. Themes considered ranged from Apologetics to Martin Luther, from Spiritual Formation to Medical Ethics, from The Divine Conspiracy to Faith & Science. The courses varied from 5-day intensives to a 2-hour seminar. There were lectures and Q&A sessions. We edited the footage, transcribed the lectures & interactions, and integrated all of it in synchronized form to present to you about 120 thought-provoking hours of genuine insight. Faith seeking understanding, discovering wisdom. That’s our hope, in creating e4. Three courses are free, and the rest cost US$5 or less. That's a pretty incredible deal for the quality, depth and scope of these courses. e4 contains the following courses: 1. The Provocative Church • Graham Tomlin (14 hours). What kind of church might offer disenchanted postmoderns genuine trust, hope, & love? Graham Tomlin explores this question in a deeply moving course that is inspired by history and grounded in the scriptures. Graham is the Principal of St Paul’s Theological Centre in London and Dean of St Mellitus College. 2. Christianity: the Future • Alister McGrath (2 hours). Alister McGrath reflects on the future of Christianity. Alister is the Chair of Theology, Ministry & Education at King's College, London. 3. Apologetics • Bill Edgar (23 hours). Bill Edgar offers a historical look at Christian apologetics and culture. Bill performs jazz on the piano and offers fascinating analyses of film, art, & music. Bill is Professor of Apologetics and Coordinator of the Apologetics Department at Westminster Theological Seminary. 4. The Divine Conspiracy • Dallas Willard (19 hours). What is the good life? What does it mean to be blessed? How do we live the authentic Christian life? Dallas Willard explores these fundamental questions and offers answers rich in wisdom and biblical strength, with a focus on the Sermon on the Mount and its application to modern discipleship. Dallas is Professor in the School of Philosophy at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. 5. Faith & Science • Alister McGrath (17 hours). Are science & religion fundamentally incompatible? Alister McGrath, a gifted theologian and experienced scientist, looks at the major historical developments in science, philosophy, & religion, dispelling myths and offering a thoughtful case for the complementary roles of religion & science. 6. Medical Ethics • David Cook (2 hours). David Cook presents a Biblical perspective on medical ethics. David is the Director of the Whitefield Institute in Oxford & Holmes Professor of Faith & Learning at Wheaton College. 7. Media Culture • Gordon Pennington (5 hours). Media consultant Gordon Pennington draws upon his marketing experience in a provocative course intended to help us understand and win the battle for our minds. Former director of marketing for Tommy Hilfiger, Gordon is an international consultant. 8. re:Formation • Graham Tomlin (24 hours). Graham Tomlin offers a creative program for church-based spiritual development, drawing from biblical discipleship narratives and the stories and traditions of the Reformation, with emphasis on Martin Luther's life & struggles. 9. Martin Luther • Graham Tomlin (9 hours). Graham Tomlin surveys Martin Luther, with a view to mining Luther’s wisdom for contemporary spiritual formation. [Note: this course is extracted from re:Formation, and is therefore completely contained in re:Formation] 10. Biblical Stewardship • Bruce Waltke, Randy Alcorn, Andy Stanley, Rick Warren & others (13 hours). Stewardship and giving are crucial areas of spiritual development. This course offers perspective from a diverse group of scholars, financial experts, & pastors. ... Notes: 1. "We"= Faith, Joe, Jonathan, Kennedy, Chad, TJ, Lauren, Sherry, Luder & Pavi. 2. Please don’t buy “Martin Luther” if you already own “re:Formation”.

About

Blaze Studies

Access biblical and theological courses on your device with video lessons and reading materials. Engage in interactive activities and connect with other students for a comprehensive learning experience.

Highlights
  • Biblical and theological courses
  • Video lessons
  • Reading material and transcripts
  • Interactive activities
  • Student community and connection
  • Anytime, anywhere access
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The Blaze App allows you to access all of your Biblical and Theological courses anytime and anywhere. Diving deep into God’s word is one of the most important things a Christian can do, and we have that possibility today. With Blaze you will have access to a wide variety of Bible courses that are taught by some of today’s best Bible teachers. You will also have the opportunity to connect to other students during the learning process. *Courses on Video* Find all of your courses in your device. You will receive immediate access to all of the courses you sign up for. *Reading Material* You will have access to all of the course transcripts. This will reinforce the videos and allow you to review what you have learned. *Reinforcement* You will have space to answer questions and complete activities that will help you put into practice what you have learned. *Community* Blaze proposes a modern learning system based on the teaching of Bible and theology experts. This expertise should then be coupled with the interaction of other students in order to foster accountability and encourage Kingdom application. In this, a comprehensive learning process should be achieved. Download the Blaze App now and be part of the virtual platform for Bible courses that are designed to help you interact with God's Word wherever you are, and to connect with people with the same desire to grow in the knowledge of God. For more information, write us: info@blazestudies.org

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Blaze Studies4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Blaze Studies at 5.0 against e4's 4.2. Blaze Studies also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10). e4's advantage is iOS requirement (7.0 vs 11.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. e4 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Blaze Studies asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Blaze Studies holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

e4 ships an update every 2 months, Blaze Studies every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
e4 versus Blaze Studies: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parametere4Blaze Studies
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (5 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better11.0
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developere4William Savell

Customer experience

e4

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Blaze Studies

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

e4

One-time10
  • Christianity: the Future$0.99
  • Medical Ethics$0.99
  • Media Culture$2.99
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  • Martin Luther$3.99
  • Biblical Stewardship$4.99
  • Apologetics$4.99
  • Faith & Science$4.99
  • re:Formation$4.99
  • The Divine Conspiracy$4.99
  • The Provocative Church$4.99
None

Blaze Studies

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is e4 free?
e4 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Blaze Studies free?
Blaze Studies is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, e4 or Blaze Studies?
Blaze Studies is rated higher. e4 averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Blaze Studies averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do e4 or Blaze Studies have ads?
Neither e4 nor Blaze Studies shows ads.
Which is updated more often, e4 or Blaze Studies?
e4 ships an update every 2 months, and Blaze Studies every 5 weeks. Most recently, e4 was updated on October 6, 2026 and Blaze Studies on September 27, 2026.

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