Comparison

Bible Time vs Bible Lock

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

Head to head
About

Bible Time

This app encourages users to read a Bible chapter before accessing distracting apps, helping to reduce screen time and build a daily devotional habit. It offers various reading plans and Bible translations, with offline access to chapters.

Highlights
  • Read Bible chapter before app access
  • Reduce distracting screen time
  • Build Bible reading streak
  • Multiple reading plans
  • Choice of Bible translations
  • Offline chapter access
Features
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Scripture before screen time. BibleTime is a Christian app designed to help you put God's Word before digital distraction. Before opening the apps that usually pull your attention away, BibleTime creates a sacred pause: write a Bible chapter, spend time in Scripture, or pray first. Instead of reaching straight for social media, you begin with something meaningful. Over time, every chapter you complete becomes part of your own personal Bible, and every prayer becomes part of your personal prayer book. Less mindless scrolling. More Scripture. More prayer. More time with God. WHY BIBLETIME • Write before you scroll – Pause distracting apps until you complete your Bible chapter or prayer. Free includes one blocking rule; more rules require Premium. • Build your personal Bible – Move through Scripture chapter by chapter and build a Bible that reflects your journey. Free includes one new chapter each day; unlimited chapters require Premium. • Create your personal prayer book – Daily prayers are free. Personal prayers written from your own words and intentions require Premium. • Build a lasting Bible habit – BibleTime remembers your progress and helps you continue where you left off. • Follow a reading plan – Chronological, traditional, thematic, New Testament-first and more. Pick your plan when you start; switching plans later requires Premium. • Choose your Bible translation – KJV, NIV, ESV, NKJV, NLT and more. Pick your translation when you start; switching translations later requires Premium. • Make Scripture personal – Highlight verses, add notes and reflect on what you read. • Works offline – Keep reading and writing without an internet connection. FREE VS PREMIUM Free: • One new Bible chapter each day • Daily prayers in your prayer book • One app-blocking rule • Your chosen translation and reading plan • The Fade in writing style and the classic book look BibleTime Premium (subscription required): • Unlimited Bible chapters every day • Personal prayers written from your own words • Unlimited app-blocking rules • Switch Bible translations and reading plans anytime • All writing styles: Pen, Typewriter and Read-along • All book covers, papers, fonts and text colours • All background music tracks PERFECT IF YOU WANT TO • Put Scripture before social media • Spend more intentional time with God • Build a daily Bible-reading and writing habit • Keep your own personal prayer book • Replace doomscrolling with Scripture and prayer • Slowly journey through all 1,189 chapters of the Bible HOW IT WORKS • Choose your Bible translation and reading plan. • Select the distracting apps you want BibleTime to pause. • When you reach for one of those apps, BibleTime brings you back to Scripture first. • Complete your chapter or prayer. • Continue to your app while BibleTime keeps track of your progress. Each chapter adds another page to your journey. Each prayer becomes part of your story. And each pause is another chance to choose Scripture before screen time. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION BibleTime Premium is an auto-renewing subscription. Prices and any free trial are shown in the app before you buy. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel it anytime in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://itsgodtime.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-1c24ffa22f3380ff9ceaf427bbf17966 Terms of Use: https://itsgodtime.notion.site/Terms-of-Service-1c24ffa22f338080bc79ca3762a4453a

About

Bible Lock

This app helps users build consistent Bible reading habits by temporarily blocking distracting apps. Users unlock access to their chosen apps only after completing their daily Scripture reading, fostering spiritual growth and discipline.

Highlights
  • Customizable app blocking
  • Daily scripture reading to unlock apps
  • Personalized onboarding quiz
  • Habit building through discipline
  • Privacy-focused, on-device control
  • Screen Time API integration
Features
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Bible Lock helps you build a consistent daily Bible habit by encouraging focus and intentional phone use. Instead of starting your day with distractions, Bible Lock helps you start with Scripture. Built for people who want better focus, stronger discipline, and more time with what matters. HOW IT WORKS • Select apps you want to limit during focused time • Bible Lock uses Apple Screen Time to help you stay on track • Read today’s Scripture to continue using your apps • Add Lock Screen Bible verses for daily encouragement FEATURES Focused App Limits Limit access to selected apps during scheduled focus periods. Read-to-Continue Encourages a short Scripture reading experience before returning to apps. Lock Screen Verses Stay encouraged throughout the day with rotating Bible verses. Optional Web Content Filtering An optional feature to help promote a more focused browsing experience. Personalized Setup Choose your preferred Bible translation and adjust your experience to your routine. No Ads A simple, distraction-free experience centered on Scripture. WHY BIBLE LOCK? Most apps try to remove distractions. Bible Lock helps you replace distraction with intentional focus and Scripture. It’s designed to support better daily habits through simple structure and encouragement. PERFECT FOR USERS WHO WANT TO • Build a consistent Bible reading habit • Reduce time spent on distracting apps • Stay focused during study or work • Improve daily discipline • Create healthier phone habits • Keep Scripture present throughout the day YOU STAY IN CONTROL You decide: • Which apps are limited • When focus time is active • Whether Lock Screen verses are shown • Whether web filtering is enabled Bible Lock is a tool for personal focus and habit building. PRIVACY Your settings stay on your device using Apple Screen Time. We do not sell or share your personal data. SUBSCRIPTION Full access requires a subscription. A free trial may be available. Pricing and trial details are shown in the app before purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID settings. SUPPORT hello@biblelockapp.com Terms: https://biblelockapp.com/terms Privacy: https://biblelockapp.com/privacy

Screenshots

Bible Time4 screens
Bible Lock4 screens

Verdict

The call

Bible Time and Bible Lock both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Bible Time's written reviews are positive against 53% of Bible Lock's. Bible Lock's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (341 vs 42). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. Bible Time sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Bible Lock sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Bible Time against 4.7 for Bible Lock. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bible Lock has 341 ratings behind it against 42, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Bible Time's written reviews are positive against 53% of Bible Lock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bible Time ships an update every 8 days, Bible Lock every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Bible Time versus Bible Lock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBible TimeBible Lock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (42 ratings) — better4.7 (341 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better52.9% of reviews
Number of ratings42341 — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 daysEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size150 MB214 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBarjinder GoyalMJH VENTURES LLC

Customer experience

Bible Time

All ratings39 ratings
Positive97.4%
Neutral2.6%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bible Lock

All ratings330 ratings
Positive93.0%
Neutral2.1%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews17 reviews
Positive52.9%
Neutral5.9%
Negative41.2%

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Bible Time

Subscriptions9
  • Premium$5.997 Days
  • Premium2 variants$6.991 Month
  • Premium$9.991 Month
Show 6 more
  • Premium$12.991 Month
  • Premium$29.991 Year
  • Premium$39.991 Year
  • Premium3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Premium3 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Premium3 Days trial$69.991 Year
9 purchases

Bible Lock

Subscriptions9
  • Bible Lock Access$4.997 Days
  • Bible Lock Access3 Days trial2 variants$9.997 Days
  • Bible Lock Pro$9.991 Month
Show 6 more
  • Bible Lock Access3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Bible Lock Access3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Bible Lock Pro$29.991 Year
  • Bible Lock Yearly$29.991 Year
  • Bible Lock Access3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Sponsor 3 People$69.991 Year

Questions

Is Bible Time free?
Bible Time is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bible Lock free?
Bible Lock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bible Time or Bible Lock?
Bible Time is rated higher. Bible Time averages 4.8 out of 5 from 42 ratings, while Bible Lock averages 4.7 from 341 ratings.
Do Bible Time or Bible Lock have ads?
Bible Time shows ads; Bible Lock does not.
Which is updated more often, Bible Time or Bible Lock?
Bible Time ships an update every 8 days, and Bible Lock every 6 days. Most recently, Bible Time was updated on November 4, 2026 and Bible Lock on October 30, 2026.

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