Comparison

Scriptura* vs Selah

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

Head to head
About

Scriptura*

This Bible study app offers offline access to scripture, intelligent study tools, and sermon generation. It provides personalized devotions, reading plans, and a privacy-first approach with no data collection. An optional one-time Pro upgrade unlocks advanced features.

Highlights
  • Offline Bible reader (KJV, WEB)
  • Semantic search and knowledge graph
  • Sermon generation tools
  • Daily devotions and reading plans
  • Text-to-speech narration
  • Bookmark, highlight, and annotate verses
  • Privacy-focused, no data collection
Features
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Scriptura* is a complete Bible study companion that works entirely from your device no account, no internet, no ads. BIBLE READER - King James Version (KJV) and World English Bible (WEB) - Clean reader with adjustable fonts, sepia, and night mode - Text-to-speech with natural voice narration - Bookmark, highlight, and annotate any verse INTELLIGENT STUDY TOOLS - Semantic search that understands meaning, not just keywords - Cross-references, historical context, and entity analysis - Knowledge graph connecting people, places, and themes - Verse-by-verse study mode with deep commentary SERMONS & PREACHING - Generate dynamic sermons on any verse - Listen with natural text-to-speech pacing - Sermon preparation tools for pastors and teachers DAILY DEVOTIONS & READING PLANS - Fresh devotions drawn from Scripture each day - Structured plans to read through the Bible - Track your reading streak and stay consistent PERSONALIZED EXPERIENCE - Recommendations based on your reading habits - Daily verse reminders tailored to your interests - All analysis happens on your device nothing is shared PRIVACY FIRST - Fully offline no internet required to read or study - No accounts, no tracking, no data collection - Network access only for optional Pro upgrade via the App Store PRO UPGRADE - Unlock study mode, sermons, devotions, reading plans, and more - One-time purchase no subscriptions ever - Restore your purchase on any device at no extra cost Whether you are a new believer or a seasoned pastor, Scriptura* gives you everything you need to engage with God's Word. TERMS AND CONDITIONS - terms.https://scriptura.flowtasks.io/terms-of-service.html

About

Selah

This app helps beginners understand the Bible with plain-language explanations and guided studies. Ask questions without embarrassment and receive clear answers with scripture references. It offers daily readings tailored to your mood and a personal library for insights.

Highlights
  • Plain-language explanations
  • Guided study paths
  • Ask scripture questions
  • Daily tailored readings
  • Personal insight library
  • Beginner-focused approach
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Reading the Bible shouldn't feel like homework you're failing. If you've ever started in Genesis, made it two weeks, and quietly given up — Selah was built for you. Not for scholars. Not for people who already have a routine. For beginners who want to understand what they're reading, ask questions without embarrassment, and actually keep going. ASK ANYTHING No question is too small. "Who is Jesus?" "What's the difference between the Old and New Testament?" "What does this verse actually mean?" Ask Selah and get a clear, grounded answer with the Scripture behind it — so you learn instead of just wondering. A PATH FOR WHATEVER YOU'RE FACING Anxiety. New faith. A season of doubt. Pick a guided journey and get a short, ordered path through Scripture that meets you where you are — no more guessing where to start. SCRIPTURE THAT FINALLY MAKES SENSE Read with plain-language explanations alongside the text. Hard passages get context, and you finish each reading knowing what it meant — not just that you read it. A DAILY READING MATCHED TO YOUR DAY Open the app, say how you're doing, and get a reading matched to today. Five minutes counts. Consistency comes from small, honest starts — not guilt. YOUR INSIGHTS, IN ONE QUIET PLACE Every question you ask, verse you save, and note you write stays in your library, so your understanding builds instead of disappearing. You don't need to have it figured out. You just need five minutes and a first step. Selah handles the rest.

Screenshots

Scriptura*4 screens
Selah4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Selah at none against Scriptura*'s 1. Scriptura*'s advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs fortnightly). 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. Scriptura* sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Selah 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 Scriptura* against 5.0 for Selah. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 5 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Scriptura* ships an update every 5 days, Selah fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Scriptura* versus Selah: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScriptura*Selah
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings25 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size613 MB46 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperSYNCRONHUB INTERNATIONAL LLCSumesh Paul

Customer experience

Scriptura*

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Selah

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Scriptura*

One-time1
  • Scriptura Pro$1.99
None

Selah

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Scriptura* free?
Scriptura* is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Selah free?
Selah is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Scriptura* or Selah?
Scriptura* and Selah are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 5 ratings respectively.
Do Scriptura* or Selah have ads?
Neither Scriptura* nor Selah shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scriptura* or Selah?
Scriptura* ships an update every 5 days, and Selah fortnightly. Most recently, Scriptura* was updated on October 23, 2026 and Selah on October 24, 2026.

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