LDS Database vs Scriptures
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LDS Database
Access a curated collection of public domain scriptural resources for the LDS faith. This reference tool provides easy access to important texts.
- LDS scriptural resources
- Public domain content
- Simple database interface
- Offline access (implied)
- Cross-device compatibility
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A simple database containing LDS scriptural resources in the public domain.
Scriptures
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This app is designed to help you memorize, review, and retain scriptures efficiently. Add your favorite passages, track your review progress, and view detailed statistics on your learning. The app will automatically bring scriptures to your review on a daily basis. The interval between reviews is tracked separately for each scripture so you can be sure they are kept fresh. Ideal for anyone looking to improve scripture recall.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: LDS Database at every 4 days against Scriptures's every 2 months. LDS Database also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
LDS Database ships an update every 4 days, Scriptures every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LDS Database | Scriptures |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (12 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 83.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 12 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 267 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Willard Barlow | Nicholas Shelley |
In-app purchases
LDS Database
No in-app purchases
Scriptures
No in-app purchases
Questions
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