# Scripture Compass vs First Light

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Scripture Compass at 71 against First Light's 15. Scripture Compass also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scripture Compass sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and First Light sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Scripture Compass against 4.9 for First Light. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 71 and 15 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Scripture Compass ships an update every 4 days, First Light weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scripture Compass | First Light |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (71 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scripture-compass/id6757870437/reviews) | **[4.9 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-light-bible-and-prayer/id6761740019/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **71** | 15 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 62 MB | 90 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cipher Archive LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1867546327) | [SoftCrunchLabs Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1812177862) |

## What reviewers say

### Scripture Compass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scripture-compass/id6757870437)

Find Bible verses tailored to your current emotions and life situations. Track your spiritual journey, build daily habits, and reflect on scripture with personalized insights. Share verses as beautiful cards and get daily reminders.

**Highlights:** Emotion-based verse matching, Intensity and context selection, Emotional and spiritual pattern tracking, Daily spiritual tasks and streaks, Journaling and reflection tools, Shareable verse cards, Personalized content based on background

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $69.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $97.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $109.99 | per year |


### First Light

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/first-light-bible-and-prayer/id6761740019)

This app helps you build a consistent Bible reading habit by blocking distracting apps until your reading is complete. It offers timed reading sessions, reflection notes, and progress tracking with a visual companion.

**Highlights:** App blocking until reading is complete, Timed, distraction-free Bible reader, Reflection notes and saved verses, Progress tracking with visual companion, Customizable blocking schedules, Prayer list and streak tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| First Light Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| First Light Yearly | $79.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scripture Compass free?

Scripture Compass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is First Light free?

First Light is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Scripture Compass or First Light?

First Light is rated higher. Scripture Compass averages 4.8 out of 5 from 71 ratings, while First Light averages 4.9 from 15 ratings.

### Do Scripture Compass or First Light have ads?

Neither Scripture Compass nor First Light shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Scripture Compass or First Light?

Scripture Compass ships an update every 4 days, and First Light weekly. Most recently, Scripture Compass was updated on October 5, 2026 and First Light on October 3, 2026.

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