Comparison

BibleSwipe vs First Scroll

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

Head to head
About

BibleSwipe

This app offers a unique way to engage with the Bible by swiping through verses, similar to social media. It provides explanations, context, reading plans, and AI-powered questions to make scripture reading a consistent and meaningful part of your day.

Highlights
  • Swipeable verse-by-verse Bible reading
  • Verse explanations and context
  • AI-powered questions and answers
  • Guided reading plans
  • Reading progress tracking
  • Saved and shareable verses
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Read the Bible. One swipe at a time. BibleSwipe makes reading Scripture feel as simple and engaging as scrolling social media. It helps you replace mindless screen time with meaningful time in God’s Word. Swipe through the Bible verse by verse, explore simple explanations and deeper context, and follow a clear reading plan through every chapter. Save the verses that speak to you, ask BibleSwipe AI questions, and build a daily reading streak that keeps you coming back. BibleSwipe helps make Scripture a consistent part of your day without making Bible reading feel overwhelming. FEATURES • Swipeable, verse-by-verse Bible reading • Simple verse explanations • Biblical context and insights • BibleSwipe AI questions and answers • Guided chapter reading plans • Reading progress tracking • Daily reading streaks • Saved and shareable verses • Screen-time comparison • Beautiful, distraction-free design WHY BIBLESWIPE? Most apps make scrolling effortless. BibleSwipe makes reading the Bible effortless. Because the time you spend scrolling could become time spent growing in faith, understanding Scripture, and drawing closer to God. Download BibleSwipe and turn your screen time into Scripture time. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION A BibleSwipe Pro subscription unlocks full access to all features and content. Payment will be charged to your Apple account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew in your App Store account settings. Terms of Service: https://bibleswipe.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://bibleswipe.com/privacy

About

First Scroll

Start your day with a moment of peace and reflection. This app offers daily Bible verses, personal prayers, and guided Christian meditations to help you focus on your faith before the day's distractions begin. It also includes tools to protect your attention and a complete Bible for reading and study.

Highlights
  • Daily Bible verse with reflection
  • Personalized prayer generation
  • Guided Scripture-based meditations
  • Distracting app blocker
  • Complete World English Bible reading
  • Daily consistency tracking
Features
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Start your day with God before the world starts scrolling. First Scroll helps you build a simple daily habit of putting God first before social media, notifications, and everything competing for your attention. Each morning, open First Scroll and take a few intentional minutes with God through Scripture, reflection, prayer, gratitude, and stillness. Then, when you're ready, keep scrolling through the Bible instead of your feed. FIRST SCROLL Begin your morning with a guided experience designed to help you slow down, focus on God, and start your day with purpose. SCROLL THE BIBLE Experience Scripture in a simple, familiar format built for the way we use our phones today. Read through the Bible, save your progress, and keep coming back each day. BUILD CONSISTENCY Track your daily First Scrolls, build your streak, and see your progress over time. LESS DOOMSCROLLING. MORE SCRIPTURE. Your phone doesn't have to be the first thing that pulls you away from God each morning. First Scroll is designed to help make Scripture, prayer, and reflection part of the routine you already have. Make your first scroll count. Start with God. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

BibleSwipe3 screens
First Scroll4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: First Scroll at none against BibleSwipe's shown. First Scroll also leads on iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). BibleSwipe's advantage is review sentiment (73% vs 60%) and monetization model (ad-supported vs freemium). On price, rating, 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. BibleSwipe sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and First Scroll sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BibleSwipe holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BibleSwipe has 122 ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of BibleSwipe's written reviews are positive against 60% of First Scroll's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BibleSwipe ships an update every 10 days, First Scroll every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
BibleSwipe versus First Scroll: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBibleSwipeFirst Scroll
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (122 ratings) — better4.5 (19 ratings)
Positive reviews72.7% of reviews — better60.0% of reviews
Number of ratings122 — better19
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS26.018.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size212 MB124 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMatty HempsteadKellen Mckay

Customer experience

BibleSwipe

All ratings104 ratings
Positive94.2%
Neutral2.9%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive72.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative27.3%

First Scroll

All ratings19 ratings
Positive89.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative10.5%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative40.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

BibleSwipe

Subscriptions2
  • BibleSwipe Pro3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • BibleSwipe Pro3 Days trial$29.991 Year
2 purchases

First Scroll

Subscriptions2
  • First Light Premium3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • First Light Premium Yearly$39.991 Year

Questions

Is BibleSwipe free?
BibleSwipe is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is First Scroll free?
First Scroll is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BibleSwipe or First Scroll?
BibleSwipe is rated higher. BibleSwipe averages 4.7 out of 5 from 122 ratings, while First Scroll averages 4.5 from 19 ratings.
Do BibleSwipe or First Scroll have ads?
BibleSwipe shows ads; First Scroll does not.
Which is updated more often, BibleSwipe or First Scroll?
BibleSwipe ships an update every 10 days, and First Scroll every 6 days. Most recently, BibleSwipe was updated on October 24, 2026 and First Scroll on October 25, 2026.

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