Comparison

KJV Scripture Study vs KJV Notes

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

Head to head
About

KJV Scripture Study

A straightforward Bible study tool for reading, searching, and annotating the King James Version. It offers features like a Bible dictionary and word glossary to deepen understanding of scripture. Designed for personal study, sermon preparation, and daily reading.

Highlights
  • King James Version Bible reading
  • Verse search and lookup
  • Study notes
  • Bible Dictionary
  • Adjustable font size
  • Light, dark, and cream themes
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KJV Scripture Study is a clean, focused Bible study app for iPhone and iPad, designed to help you read, search, understand, and study the King James Version of the Holy Bible. READ THE KING JAMES BIBLE Read the KJV in a clean, distraction-free layout designed for daily Scripture reading and deeper study. • Browse every book and chapter of the KJV • Move quickly between chapters • Use Reading Mode for a more focused Bible-reading experience • Highlight meaningful verses • Save personal study notes • Copy and share Scripture SEARCH SCRIPTURE Find words, phrases, and passages throughout the King James Bible. • Search the full KJV • See matching words highlighted in results • Jump directly from search results to the Bible reader • Search without leaving your study workflow BIBLE DICTIONARY Look up Bible words, names, places, and study topics using the built-in Bible Dictionary. • Search thousands of Bible-related entries • See exact matches and related entries • Quickly move from unfamiliar words to deeper understanding KJV SCRIPTURE STUDY PRO For readers who want to go deeper, KJV Scripture Study Pro unlocks advanced study tools. FULL COMMENTARY Study Scripture with classic Bible commentary, including: • Matthew Henry Modern • Matthew Henry Complete • Adam Clarke • Jamieson-Fausset-Brown • All Commentaries view for comparing available sources STRONG’S WORD STUDY Explore the original-language words behind the KJV. • Hebrew and Greek word study • Strong’s numbers • Original-language lemmas • Transliteration and pronunciation information • Strong’s definitions • Word-by-word study for mapped Scripture passages IPAD STUDY TOOLS On iPad, use the dedicated Study Tools workspace to keep Scripture visible while working with: • Commentary • Word Study • Notes • Dictionary • Search • Highlights PERSONAL BIBLE STUDY Keep your study connected to Scripture. • Highlight verses you want to remember • Save detailed notes tied to specific verses • Revisit saved highlights and notes anytime • Continue reading where you left off KJV Scripture Study is designed to keep Scripture at the center while making deeper study easy to access when you need it. Commentary, dictionary, and original-language resources are provided as study aids. Scripture itself is the final authority. KJV Scripture Study Pro is available with monthly, yearly, and lifetime purchase options. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

KJV Notes

This app facilitates Bible study by allowing users to read the King James Version, test their knowledge with quizzes, and track their progress. It helps users build reading habits, review scripture, and record personal reflections.

Highlights
  • Read KJV Bible
  • Bible quizzes
  • Track study progress
  • Save study notes
  • Review scripture
Features
Currently charting
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KJV Notes helps you read, learn, and track your Bible study in one simple app. Read the King James Version Bible, test your understanding with Bible quizzes, and keep a record of your study progress and reflections. Whether you are building a daily reading habit, reviewing Scripture, or checking what you remember, KJV Notes gives you a clear way to stay connected with God’s Word. Features: - Read the KJV Bible - Practice with Bible quiz questions - Track your reading and study progress - Save Bible study notes and reflections - Review Scripture and strengthen your memory Start your Bible study journey with KJV Notes.

Screenshots

KJV Scripture Study4 screens
KJV Notes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: KJV Scripture Study at none against KJV Notes's shown. KJV Scripture Study also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). KJV Notes's advantage is ratings volume (153 vs 2) and chart position (#202 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

KJV Scripture Study holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KJV Notes has 153 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KJV Scripture Study ships an update every 2 weeks, KJV Notes weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
KJV Scripture Study versus KJV Notes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKJV Scripture StudyKJV Notes
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better4.8 (153 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2153 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
Best chart rank—#202 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS18.615.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size197 MB151 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperNB App Studio LLCNOVANEST PTE. LTD.

Customer experience

KJV Scripture Study

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

KJV Notes

All ratings153 ratings
Positive95.4%
Neutral3.3%
Negative1.3%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

KJV Scripture Study

No in-app purchases

None

KJV Notes

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KJV Scripture Study free?
KJV Scripture Study is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is KJV Notes free?
KJV Notes is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, KJV Scripture Study or KJV Notes?
KJV Scripture Study is rated higher. KJV Scripture Study averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while KJV Notes averages 4.8 from 153 ratings.
Do KJV Scripture Study or KJV Notes have ads?
KJV Notes shows ads; KJV Scripture Study does not.
Which is updated more often, KJV Scripture Study or KJV Notes?
KJV Scripture Study ships an update every 2 weeks, and KJV Notes weekly. Most recently, KJV Scripture Study was updated on September 23, 2026 and KJV Notes on October 11, 2026.

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