Comparison

NuBerea vs Pilgrim

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

Head to head
About

NuBerea

This AI-powered companion facilitates in-depth theological study by grounding responses in scripture and orthodox Christian theology. It offers clear insights into complex doctrines, aids ministry leaders in sermon preparation, and provides access to original biblical languages.

Highlights
  • AI-powered theological discussions
  • Scripture-centered answers
  • Sermon preparation assistance
  • Original language access (Greek/Hebrew)
  • Private and secure conversations
  • Built-in Bible reading
Features
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NuBerea: Your AI Companion for Theological Study Deep. Thoughtful. Scripture-Centered. NuBerea is your AI-powered companion for exploring God’s Word with clarity and depth. Whether you’re a pastor preparing sermons, a theology student wrestling with complex doctrines, or a believer seeking deeper understanding, NuBerea helps you engage Scripture like the noble Bereans (Acts 17:11). Why Choose NuBerea? • Every Answer Rooted in Scripture — Responses are grounded in biblical truth and orthodox Christian theology. • Clarity for Tough Questions — Explore complex theological issues with thoughtful, trustworthy insights. • Built for Ministry Leaders — Streamline sermon prep and study planning with reliable guidance. • Private & Secure — Conversations are never shared. Study Anywhere, Anytime • Unlimited theological conversations 24/7 • Accessible to learners at every level • Built-in Bible reading, including English translations • Access to the Greek New Testament and Hebrew Old Testament for original-language study Join the Future of Theological Study • Help shape the development of the app with your feedback • Join a network of pastors, students, and scholars • Pioneer the next generation of AI-powered theological study Plans That Fit Your Journey Free – Perfect for getting started with theological discussions • Basic theological discussions • Scripture references • Chat history • Limited daily messages NuBerea Plus — Ideal for deeper study • Everything in Free • Unlimited messages • Advanced theological insights NuBerea Plus Subscription Details • Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. • The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period, and the cost of renewal will be identified. • Subscriptions may be managed by you, and auto-renewal can be turned off in your Account Settings after purchase. Privacy policy: https://nuberea.com/privacy Terms of use: https://nuberea.com/terms EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Pilgrim

A Bible companion for Protestants offering daily readings, in-depth study tools, and shared plans. Access multiple translations, offline reading, and a catechism browser. Focuses on personal growth without social pressure.

Highlights
  • Daily reading plans
  • Multiple Bible translations
  • Offline reading capability
  • Shared reading plans
  • Catechism browser
  • Verse and catechism memory cards
  • Sermon note linking
Features
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A Bible-first companion for thoughtful Protestants. Pilgrim brings daily reading, deeper study, and shared plans into one place — and lets you bring anyone along. Free. No ads. No subscription. Prayer lists now live in a separate app called Prayer. Your prayers are still here until you move them. EIGHT TRANSLATIONS, FREE Read in ESV, CSB, NIV, NLT, NASB, KJV, ASV, or WEB. Modern translations stream from the Pilgrim proxy. KJV, ASV, WEB, and the Berean Standard Bible are bundled for full offline reading — on a plane, in the woods, anywhere. SHARE WITH ANYONE Send a reading plan to a friend and walk through it together. Tap any verse to share it as a route.bible link. No closed networks, no follower counts. You decide who's in. READING PLANS THAT GO SOMEWHERE Bible-in-a-Year, your way: chronological, canonical, or both at once. The Heidelberg Catechism over 52 weeks. The Westminster Shorter and Larger. MacArthur's 30-day mastery method. Plus thirteen shorter plans — Psalms, the Gospels, Genesis through Joshua, and more. CATECHISM BROWSER The Heidelberg Catechism, Westminster Shorter, Westminster Larger, and Luther's Small Catechism — every question, every answer, every proof text. Read straight through or jump by question number. Tap any reference to open it in the Reader. MEMORY Verse cards and catechism cards in one rhythm. Spaced review at your pace. No leaderboards. No streak shaming. NOTES Sermon notes auto-link Scripture references back to the Reader. FREE BY DESIGN ESV is licensed from Crossway for non-commercial use. CSB, NIV, and NLT come through the same non-commercial channel. NASB ships via the YouVersion Platform under Lockman's terms. Pilgrim stays free with no in-app purchases. CONTACT Bug? Feature request? https://everlight-digital.com/support — or email brendan@everlight-digital.com.

Screenshots

NuBerea4 screens
Pilgrim4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pilgrim at none against NuBerea's 2. NuBerea's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 11 days). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. NuBerea sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Pilgrim asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for NuBerea against 5.0 for Pilgrim. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NuBerea ships an update every 4 days, Pilgrim every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
NuBerea versus Pilgrim: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNuBereaPilgrim
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (5 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings5 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 11 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB49 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperStreams, LLCBRENDAN ISAAC PRATT

Customer experience

NuBerea

All ratings5 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Pilgrim

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

NuBerea

Subscriptions2
  • NuBerea Plus (1 Month)7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • NuBerea Plus (1 Year)7 Days trial$99.991 Year
None

Pilgrim

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NuBerea free?
NuBerea is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pilgrim free?
Pilgrim is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, NuBerea or Pilgrim?
NuBerea and Pilgrim are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 5 and 3 ratings respectively.
Do NuBerea or Pilgrim have ads?
Neither NuBerea nor Pilgrim shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NuBerea or Pilgrim?
NuBerea ships an update every 4 days, and Pilgrim every 11 days. Most recently, NuBerea was updated on October 30, 2026 and Pilgrim on October 31, 2026.

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