# The Bible Memory App vs Bible Study

The clearest difference is update cadence: Bible Study at every 2 weeks against The Bible Memory App's monthly. The Bible Memory App's advantage is device support (5 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The Bible Memory App sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Bible Study sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for The Bible Memory App against 4.9 for Bible Study. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 33K and 32K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of The Bible Memory App's written reviews are positive against 90% of Bible Study's.

The Bible Memory App ships an update monthly, Bible Study every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Bible Memory App | Bible Study |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (33K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-bible-memory-app/id496790833/reviews) | **[4.9 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bible-study-manna/id6742866659/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **33K** | 32K |
| Positive reviews | 86.2% of reviews | **90.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #111 | **#75** |
| Size | 103 MB | 375 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Millennial Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/817220893) | [BAYMED LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1761115000) |

## What reviewers say

### The Bible Memory App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-bible-memory-app/id496790833)

**Currently charting:** #111 Top Grossing · Reference, #148 Top Free · Reference (US App Store)

This app offers a comprehensive system for memorizing, organizing, and reviewing Bible verses. It utilizes various cognitive techniques and allows for customizable review schedules. The app also integrates with a Bible reader for a complete study experience.

**Highlights:** Active memorization techniques (kinesthetic, visual, auditory), Customizable verse organization and collections, Spaced repetition review system, Cross-device synchronization, Integrated Bible reader (in-app purchase), Verse import from multiple translations

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bible Memory PRO Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Bible Intelligence Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Bible Memory PRO +Intelligence | $5.99 | per month |
| Bible Memory PRO Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Bible Memory Unlimited Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Bible Intelligence Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Bible Memory Bible - ESV® | $4.99 | one-time |
| Scripture Memory Bible - NASB® | $9.99 | one-time |
| Bible Memory PRO | $9.99 | one-time |
| Scripture Memory Bible - ESV® | $9.99 | one-time |
| Scripture Memory Bible - NIV® | $9.99 | one-time |
| PRO + NASB | $15.99 | one-time |
| Memory Bible - ESV® + PRO | $15.99 | one-time |
| PRO + ESV | $15.99 | one-time |
| PRO + NIV | $15.99 | one-time |
| PRO + NKJV | $15.99 | one-time |
| Bible Memory PRO Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective memorization tool
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly
- 💡 Flexible review scheduling
- 👍 Helpful for spiritual growth
- 🚀 Efficient typing/first-letter mode

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional app crashes
- 🐛 Syncing/account issues
- 🔒 Concerns about cost of upgrades
- 👎 Limited Bible version options
- 👎 Frustration with strict accuracy requirements

**Reported bugs**

- Verse progress/history data loss
- Compatibility issues on certain devices
- Inconsistent behavior with dark mode

**Requested features**

- Customizable review schedules
- Verse reference testing mode
- Support for more Bible translations
- Ability to delete verses in bulk
- Audio playback/listening feature


### Bible Study

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bible-study-manna/id6742866659)

**Currently charting:** #75 Top Grossing · Reference, #99 Top Free · Reference (US App Store)

This app transforms Bible study into a gamified, habit-forming experience with daily missions, interactive learning, and community features. It offers bite-sized lessons, scripture widgets, and personalized plans to make spiritual growth engaging and accessible for busy individuals.

**Highlights:** Daily Bible verse widgets, Gamified Bible study missions, Interactive Bible dialogue learning, Devotion path with friends, Structured study plans, Personalized learning experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Subscription | $10.99 | per month |
| Premium Subscription | $12.99 | per month |
| Premium Subscription | $34.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $34.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $34.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Manna Family Plan (Yearly) | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium Subscription | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing app!
- 👍 Helpful and organized
- 💖 Cute and engaging

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Costs money
- 📚 Just an audiobook/voiceover
- 🤔 Unintuitive and not engaging enough

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes and crashes
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Sound effects and music
- More Bible translations
- More interactive features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Bible Memory App free?

The Bible Memory App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Bible Study free?

Bible Study is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, The Bible Memory App or Bible Study?

Bible Study is rated higher. The Bible Memory App averages 4.8 out of 5 from 33K ratings, while Bible Study averages 4.9 from 32K ratings.

### Do The Bible Memory App or Bible Study have ads?

Neither The Bible Memory App nor Bible Study shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, The Bible Memory App or Bible Study?

The Bible Memory App ships an update monthly, and Bible Study every 2 weeks. Most recently, The Bible Memory App was updated on October 29, 2026 and Bible Study on October 29, 2026.

### Which is more popular, The Bible Memory App or Bible Study?

The Bible Memory App currently peaks at #111 in the App Store charts, and Bible Study at #75. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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