Comparison

Revelation explained vs Abide

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

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Revelation explained

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What is the book of Revelation? Does it describe in veiled language events of its writer's own day, or is it largely a prophecy of events still to come? What should readers today do with strange scenes such as creatures covered with eyes, seven bowls of wrath, and a seven-headed dragon? This app tries to lift the curtain on Revelation guiding the readers passage by passage. We discover that deep reflection on this book stretches the mind and heart, calling us to encounter the love of God and the truths of the gospel in fresh and vibrant ways. This app presents a series of 65 section by section reflections on the book of Revelation in the Bible, trying to lift its mystery. Choose your favourite language: 1) English 2) French 3) German 4) Spanish 5) Portuguese 6) Arabic 7) Chinese, Mandarin 8) Hindi 9) Russian 10) Korean 11) Japanese 1) Click on the small book icon on the top right of your device to choose one of the eleven available languages. 2) In the language you have chosen you can navigate in different ways: click on the book name (top towards the left of your screen) and you will see several possibilities: • Either you can click on the "Revelation sermons" to read one of the 65 section / sermons, also called chapters in this app. • Or you want to read in the "Bible text of the book of Revelation", you can choose one of the 22 chapters and tap on the verse you are looking for. • Or you click on "Appendix 1: Interpretations of the book of Revelation" to read about some of the different views there are about the interpretation of the book of Revelation. • Or you click on "Appendix 2: Sermon on Daniel 9" to read about the 7 year-weeks in the Book of Daniel. • Or you click on "Appendix 3: Interpretations of the book of Daniel" to read about some of the different views there are about the interpretation of the book of Daniel. • Or you click on "Appendix 4: Ezekiel 40 to 48" to read about some of the different views there are about the interpretation of the book of Ezekiel, chapters 40 to 48. • Or you click on "Appendix 5: Summary of the book: God, AI and the End of History". Full title: "God, AI and the End of History: Understanding the Book of Revelation in an Age of Intelligent Machines" • Or you click on "Appendix 6: Church vs. Israel" where the Replacement Theology is summarised and discussed • Or you click on "Appendix 7: The return of Christ", what happens when Jesus comes again? • Or you click on "Appendix 8: Resurrection and judgement" • Or you click on "Appendix 9: Code of ethics" for dealing with one another when there are differing views on biblical texts • Or you can click on the "Table of contents" to see where to find a particular chapter or theme in this app. • Or you click on "the little language icon at the top right"; A list of 11 languages will appear, at the bottom of the list, you click on "YouTube clips", where you can watch interesting clips on some of these themes

About

Abide

This app guides daily Bible study with curated scripture passages, a built-in timer for focused reflection, and progress tracking. It aims to help users build a consistent habit of reading, meditating on, and applying God's Word to their lives.

Highlights
  • Daily curated scripture passages
  • Built-in reading timer
  • Proverbs and wisdom reflections
  • Complete Bible access
  • Reading progress tracker
  • Peaceful reading interface
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Abide is a daily reading and reflection app that helps you build a consistent Bible study habit. Each day, receive a curated Scripture passage, focus with the built-in timer, meditate on its meaning, and track your spiritual growth over time. It’s more than reading — it’s a structured path to live out God’s Word daily. Daily Reading Mission Begin each day with a guided reading task — a short Bible passage with goals to help you focus and stay consistent. Reading Timer Stay present while you read. Use the built-in timer to develop discipline and transform reading into a peaceful daily rhythm. Proverbs & Wisdom Reflections Discover daily verses from Proverbs and other wisdom books. Each quote is paired with a reflection that helps you apply truth to modern life. Complete Bible Access Read through the entire Bible at your own pace. Highlight meaningful verses, and revisit them anytime. Reading Report & Progress Tracker Visualize your journey with clear insights — total reading time, streak days, completed chapters, and favorite verses. Peaceful Reading Experience Soft typography, gentle color palette, and minimalist design crafted to reduce distractions and help you focus on God’s Word. Why Abide ? Because faith isn’t built in a day — it’s grown daily through reading, reflection, and practice. Abide makes that growth tangible, trackable, and deeply personal.“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” — Psalm 119:105

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Revelation explained at none against Abide's shown. Abide's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 weeks) and chart position (#54 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Revelation explained ships an update every 6 weeks, Abide every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Revelation explained versus Abide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRevelation explainedAbide
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.9 (15K ratings) — better
Positive reviews—95.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—15K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#54 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size166 MB155 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperUrs NiggliLEARNOVELTY TECH SDN. BHD.

In-app purchases

None

Revelation explained

No in-app purchases

None

Abide

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Revelation explained free?
Revelation explained is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Abide free?
Abide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Revelation explained or Abide have ads?
Abide shows ads; Revelation explained does not.
Which is updated more often, Revelation explained or Abide?
Revelation explained ships an update every 6 weeks, and Abide every 2 weeks. Most recently, Revelation explained was updated on September 26, 2026 and Abide on October 15, 2026.

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