Comparison

Scripture Memory vs Yada Verses

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

Head to head
About

Scripture Memory

Features
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Scripture Memory helps you memorize Bible verses and keep them for life — using spaced repetition that brings each verse back for review right before you'd forget it. Built around The Navigators' Topical Memory System® (TMS), with 480+ verses organized by topic — assurance of salvation, quiet time, the Word, prayer, faith, victory, and sharing Christ — plus the extended TMS Series. WHY IT WORKS • Spaced repetition (SRS) schedules reviews at the perfect moment for long-term recall • Type-to-recall testing — first letter, full word, or the whole verse • A simple daily queue with gentle goals, so a few minutes a day is enough STAY CONSISTENT • Streaks and a weekly progress strip keep momentum going • Home-screen widgets show your current verse and stats at a glance SUPPORT ACROSS VERSIONS • NIV (1984 & 2011) • iCloud sync across iPhone and iPad Start with one verse today. The Topical Memory System® is a discipleship resource of The Navigators. Scripture Memory is an independent study companion and is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Navigators.

About

Yada Verses

This app transforms Bible memorization into a daily journey using spaced repetition and engaging exercises. It helps users learn and retain scripture through a structured, motivating approach with progress tracking and rewards.

Highlights
  • Smart spaced repetition
  • One verse at a time learning
  • Varied memorization exercises
  • Audio recall practice
  • Automatic verse upkeep
  • Goal setting and progress tracking
  • Gamified motivation system
Features
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Yada Verses turns Bible memorization into a simple, motivating daily adventure. "Yada" (ידע) means "to know" in Hebrew — to know the Word, by heart and for good. Learn a verse at your own pace, then let spaced repetition bring it back at the right moment to anchor it in your memory for the long term. WHAT MAKES LEARNING EFFECTIVE • Smart spaced repetition: each verse comes back just before you'd forget it. • One verse at a time: focus on the verse of the week, day after day, until you master it. • Varied exercises: fill-in-the-blank, word ordering, first letters, full typing. • Listen to the verse out loud and recite it out loud — the app checks your recall. • Automatic upkeep: your mastered verses come back at long intervals so you never lose them. STAY MOTIVATED • Set your goal (e.g. 1 verse per week) and track your progress. • Earn Talents, keep your daily streak, climb the leagues and spiritual titles up to Evangelist. • Unlock badges along your journey. MADE FOR YOU • King James Version Bible, in English. • Sign in by email or phone. • Available in French and English. Start today: one verse, a little each day, and the Word stays.

Screenshots

Scripture Memory4 screens
Yada Verses4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Yada Verses at every 5 days against Scripture Memory's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

Scripture Memory ships an update every 2 months, Yada Verses every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Scripture Memory versus Yada Verses: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScripture MemoryYada Verses
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB69 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJun Yong Joel WongKOFFI YVES FORREST KOUAKOU

In-app purchases

None

Scripture Memory

No in-app purchases

None

Yada Verses

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Scripture Memory free?
Scripture Memory is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Yada Verses free?
Yada Verses is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Scripture Memory or Yada Verses have ads?
Neither Scripture Memory nor Yada Verses shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Scripture Memory or Yada Verses?
Scripture Memory ships an update every 2 months, and Yada Verses every 5 days. Most recently, Scripture Memory was updated on October 31, 2026 and Yada Verses on October 28, 2026.

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