# Bible Gateway vs Holy Version Bible App

The clearest difference is rating: Holy Version Bible App at 4.6 against Bible Gateway's 3.7. Holy Version Bible App also leads on review sentiment (36% vs 18%). Bible Gateway's advantage is ratings volume (10K vs 1.8K). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bible Gateway sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Holy Version Bible App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Holy Version Bible App holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bible Gateway has 10K ratings behind it against 1.8K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 18% of Bible Gateway's written reviews are positive against 36% of Holy Version Bible App's.

Bible Gateway ships an update every 3 weeks, Holy Version Bible App every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bible Gateway | Holy Version Bible App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bible-gateway/id506512797/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/holy-version-bible-app/id6737805080/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **10K** | 1.8K |
| Positive reviews | 18.3% of reviews | **36.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#103** | #163 |
| Size | 100 MB | 145 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/444535393) | [Free App Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1814315440) |

## What reviewers say

### Bible Gateway

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bible-gateway/id506512797)

**Currently charting:** #103 Top Grossing · Reference, #118 Top Free · Reference (US App Store)

Access over 200 Bible translations and audio Bibles in multiple languages for free. Enhance your reading with features like highlighting, note-taking, and verse syncing. An optional upgrade offers an ad-free experience and access to extensive study tools.

**Highlights:** 200+ Bible translations, Audio Bibles, Search by keyword, verse, or topic, Highlighting and note-taking, Cross-device syncing, Reading plans, Verse of the Day

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bible Gateway Plus Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Bible Gateway Plus Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Bible Gateway Plus Yearly | $58.99 | per year |
| Bible Gateway Plus Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Bible Gateway Plus Yearly | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent Bible study tool
- 🔍 Wide range of translations and languages
- 🎧 Useful audio Bible feature
- 📚 Comprehensive Bible resources
- 🗓️ Helpful reading plans and reminders

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 📱 Compatibility issues with newer devices
- 💤 Audio playback issues and resets
- 🔍 Inconsistent search functionality
- 📝 Limited note-taking and highlighting options

**Reported bugs**

- Verses not displaying correctly
- Inability to navigate to specific chapters/verses
- Saved notes and highlights not persisting
- Audio playback issues and resets

**Requested features**

- Offline Bible downloads
- More translation options (e.g., NRSV, Good News)
- Improved note-taking and highlighting capabilities
- Customizable font and layout options
- Seamless syncing across devices


### Holy Version Bible App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/holy-version-bible-app/id6737805080)

**Currently charting:** #163 Top Free · Reference, #187 Top Grossing · Reference (US App Store)

Access the Holy Bible offline with a comprehensive app featuring audio narration, customizable reading plans, and a built-in dictionary. Deepen your spiritual understanding with quizzes, share inspiring verses, and personalize your reading experience.

**Highlights:** Offline Bible access, Audio Bible narration, Customizable reading plans, Bible quizzes, Bible dictionary, Verse images and sharing, Customizable reading comfort

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bible Gateway free?

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

### Is Holy Version Bible App free?

Holy Version Bible App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bible Gateway or Holy Version Bible App?

Holy Version Bible App is rated higher. Bible Gateway averages 3.7 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while Holy Version Bible App averages 4.6 from 1.8K ratings.

### Do Bible Gateway or Holy Version Bible App have ads?

Both Bible Gateway and Holy Version Bible App show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bible Gateway or Holy Version Bible App?

Bible Gateway ships an update every 3 weeks, and Holy Version Bible App every 4 weeks. Most recently, Bible Gateway was updated on October 30, 2026 and Holy Version Bible App on October 30, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Bible Gateway or Holy Version Bible App?

Bible Gateway currently peaks at #103 in the App Store charts, and Holy Version Bible App at #163. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*