Comparison

Message Bible vs New Revised Standard Version

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

Head to head
About

Message Bible

This app offers a modern translation of the Bible in clear, conversational language, making scripture accessible for daily reading and spiritual growth. It provides tools for personal devotion, study, and sharing, along with resources like a dictionary, eBooks, and videos.

Highlights
  • Modern Bible translation
  • Daily verse reminders
  • Personal notes and highlights
  • Verse editor for social sharing
  • Bible-based dictionary
  • AI-powered verse explanation
  • Nearby church finder
Features
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Life is uncertain, and in times of struggle and doubt, we find comfort through prayer, faith, and the Scriptures in the Message Bible. The Message Bible is a modern translation known for its clear and easy to understand language. It helps readers engage with God's Word in a simple and meaningful way while growing deeper in faith. Features: - Daily Verse : Set reminders to receive daily notifications to read Bible verses. - MY LIBRARY : Your personal space containing highlights, notes, and bookmarked favorite verses. - Old & New Testaments : The app includes both the Old and New Testaments. - Verse Editor : Pair Bible verses with beautiful backgrounds, create posts, and share on social media. - Nearby Churches : Get information about nearby churches based on your location. - Books : Access a wide collection of Christian eBooks. - Wallpapers : Explore a variety of beautiful wallpapers. - Videos : Watch videos on topics like Jesus, Hope, Wisdom, Motivation, Gratitude, Healing, and more. - Festive Calendar : View all Christian festivals and feast days. - Popular Verse : Bible verses organized by topics like love, fear, peace, and more, including church etiquette and respectful conduct guidance. - Customise Your Bible : Change font style and text color for a comfortable reading experience. - 1000 Praises : A devotional recitation honoring God through a thousand titles and attributes. - Bible Quotes : Shareable Bible quotes available in image and text formats. - Bible Quiz : Test your Bible knowledge through quizzes. - Bible Stories : Read timeless stories filled with wisdom and inspiration for all ages. - Bible FAQ : Quick answers to common questions about the Bible and Christian living. - Verses Comment : Share reflections and engage in discussions with the community. - Help Desk : Raise support issues with photo attachments for faster assistance. - Dictionary : Bible-based dictionary with cleaner layout and faster search for Biblical terms. - Dreams Meanings : Understand dreams through Christian teachings and Biblical perspectives. - Word Highlights : Highlight specific words or letters for deeper study and meditation. - App Activity : Track streaks, reading time, refresh count, and overall usage. - Search : Fast and accurate search for verses, chapters, and topics. - Products : Browse Bible-related products directly inside the app. - VerseBot : AI-powered verse explanation bot for meanings, copying, and sharing. - Common Notification History : View all past notifications in one place. - Did You Know? : Daily bite-sized facts about the Bible and Christian faith. - Bible Verse Clips : Continuous feed of short Bible-based inspirational clips shared by the community. - Prayer Request : Submit prayer requests and receive community support through prayers and interactions. - Nearby Events : Discover Christian gatherings, services, and celebrations near you. - Chapter-Wise Video Learning : Watch scripture videos linked to each Bible chapter for deeper learning. - Interactive Bible Games : Play scripture-based games like SlideScript and VerseHunt. - Bible Clips : Watch short, inspiring biblical clips from the faith community. - Bible Streaks : Keep your daily Bible reading streak going strong every day. - Background Music : Enjoy peaceful background music while reading the Bible. - Alarm : Set reminders and get alerts for activities scheduled within the app. - Mark as Read Quiz : Explore quizzes designed around the verses you have finished reading. - Audio Bible Speed Control : Adjust the audio pace to listen at your preferred speed.

About

New Revised Standard Version

Access a respected English translation of the Holy Bible offline. Features include audio playback, verse sharing, daily readings, and customizable themes. Ideal for study, worship, and personal devotion.

Highlights
  • Offline Bible access
  • Audio/text to speech
  • Bookmark, highlight, and note verses
  • Verse of the Day notifications
  • Customizable themes and fonts
  • Simple interface
Features
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The New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) is a widely respected English translation of the Holy Bible, first published in 1989. It is known for its accuracy, clarity, and use of inclusive language while remaining faithful to the original texts. The NRSV is accepted by many Christian denominations and is often used in churches, seminaries, and academic settings. With its balance of readability and scholarship, it serves as a reliable resource for study, worship, and personal devotion. WHY DOWNLOAD OUR BIBLE APP? - The app works offline. No internet connection or WIFI required. - Listen to the bible with our audio/text to speech feature. - Bookmark, highlight, make notes and share bible verses. - Verse of the Day, Gospel of the Day and Psalm of the Day with push notification alert. - Include all chapters of the bible - Customize theme with different fonts and day/night mode feature. - Easy to use interface with simple and minimal design. Terms of Use: https://www.appsoup.com/app-terms-conditions/ Privacy Policy: https://www.appsoup.com/apps-privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Message Bible4 screens
New Revised Standard Version4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Message Bible at 3.4 against New Revised Standard Version's 2.7. Message Bible also leads on ratings volume (9 vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Message Bible sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and New Revised Standard Version sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Message Bible holds the better App Store score, 3.4 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 3 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Message Bible versus New Revised Standard Version: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMessage BibleNew Revised Standard Version
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (9 ratings) — better2.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings9 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size175 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSumithra KumarArsosa Network Inc.

Customer experience

Message Bible

All ratings9 ratings
Positive55.6%
Neutral11.1%
Negative33.3%

New Revised Standard Version

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Message Bible

One-time6
  • Ads Free Version - Three month$7.99
  • Three Months$7.99
  • Ads Free Version - One Year$24.99
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  • One Year$24.99
  • Ads Free Version - Two Year$34.99
  • Two Years$34.99
2 purchases

New Revised Standard Version

Subscriptions1
  • Yearly Plan$6.991 Year
One-time1
  • Life time plan$12.99

Questions

Is Message Bible free?
Message Bible is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is New Revised Standard Version free?
New Revised Standard Version is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Message Bible or New Revised Standard Version?
Message Bible is rated higher. Message Bible averages 3.4 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while New Revised Standard Version averages 2.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Message Bible or New Revised Standard Version have ads?
Both Message Bible and New Revised Standard Version show ads.

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