Comparison

ASV Bible* vs Bengali Bible

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

Head to head
About

ASV Bible*

This app offers the American Standard Version (ASV) of the Holy Bible, a literal and faithful translation from 1901. It's ideal for in-depth study and research, providing a precise rendering of the original texts.

Highlights
  • American Standard Version translation
  • Faithful, word-for-word rendering
  • Valuable for Bible study
  • Formal and literal style
  • Public domain, freely available
Features
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The American Standard Version (ASV) Bible was first published in 1901 by scholars who wanted a translation that stayed accurate and faithful to the original scriptures. ASV stands for American Standard Version and was mainly a revision of the Revised Version (RV), carefully translated from the original Hebrew, Greek, and Aramaic texts. The ASV follows a formal word-for-word translation style, making it very close to the original language. It is a great choice for deeper Bible study and understanding. Although highly accurate, it may feel difficult to read for those familiar with modern translations. The ASV Bible is also widely used in academic studies. Features: Daily Verse: Set reminders for daily Bible verse notifications. MY LIBRARY: Access your highlights, notes, and bookmarked verses. Old & New Testaments: Read both Testaments in one app. Verse Editor: Create beautiful verse posts with backgrounds and share them. Nearby Churches: Find churches near your location. Books: Explore a collection of Christian eBooks. Wallpapers: Browse beautiful and inspiring wallpapers. Videos: Watch videos on Jesus, Hope, Wisdom, Motivation, Gratitude, Healing, and more. Festive Calendar: Explore Christian festivals and feast days. Popular Verse: Discover verses by topics like love, fear, and peace. Customise Your Bible: Adjust fonts and text colors for comfortable reading. 1000 Praises: Explore a devotional collection honoring God’s names and attributes. Bible Quotes: Share Bible quotes in image and text formats. Bible Quiz: Test your Bible knowledge with engaging quizzes. Bible Stories: Read timeless and inspiring Bible stories for all ages. Bible FAQ: Find quick answers to common Bible and Christian life questions. Verse Comments: Share thoughts and engage in community discussions. Help Desk: Submit support requests with photo attachments. Dictionary: Access a Bible-based dictionary with easy search. Dream Meanings: Explore Biblical and Christian perspectives on dreams. Word Highlights: Highlight words or letters for deeper reflection. App Activity: Track reading streaks, time spent, refreshes, and app usage. Search: Quickly find verses, chapters, and topics. Products: Explore Bible-related products within the app. VerseBot: Get AI-powered verse explanations with easy copy and sharing. Notification History: Access your past notifications in one place. Did You Know?: Discover daily facts about the Bible and Christian faith. Bible Verse Clips: Enjoy short, inspirational Bible clips from the community. Prayer Request: Submit prayer requests and receive community support. Nearby Events: Discover Christian events and gatherings near you. Chapter-Wise Video Learning: Watch videos for deeper chapter understanding. Interactive Bible Games: Enjoy scripture-based games like SlideScript and VerseHunt. Bible Clips: Watch short, inspiring Biblical clips from the faith community. Bible Streaks: Maintain your daily Bible reading streak. Background Music: Enjoy calming music while reading the Bible. Mark as Read – Quiz: Take quizzes based on the verses you’ve read. Audio Bible – Speed Control: Adjust audio speed for faster or slower listening. Alarm: Set timely alarms and reminders for scheduled activities. Worship Songs: Praise and connect with God through uplifting songs and lyrics. Daily Prayer Reminder: Stay connected with God through daily prayer reminders. Audio Bible Experience: Listen to reading plans with text-to-speech audio and soulful background music.

About

Bengali Bible

Features
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Features include: Biblica Bengali Contemporary Scriptures. Biblica New International Version in English that can be read side-by-side or verse-by-verse with the Bengali Translation. Bookmark and highlight your favorite verses, add notes and search for words in your Bible. Click and share Bible verses with your friends via Whatsapp, Facebook, E-mail, SMS etc. Easy Bible navigation. Adjustable text size. Share this app with others that would like to read The Holy Bible. Your ratings and reviews will help us continue to develop this app for the people that use it. If you have any feedback or questions, feel free to email to dev@biblica.com Bible App developed & published by : Biblica

Screenshots

ASV Bible*4 screens
Bengali Bible4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bengali Bible at none against ASV Bible*'s 4. Bengali Bible also leads on ads (none vs shown). ASV Bible*'s advantage is update cadence (every 4 months vs every 24 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. ASV Bible* sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Bengali Bible asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ASV Bible* ships an update every 4 months, Bengali Bible every 24 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
ASV Bible* versus Bengali Bible: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterASV Bible*Bengali Bible
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (50 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings50 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 24 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size277 MB148 MB
Age rating4++12
DeveloperRAVINDHIRAN SUMITHRABiblica

In-app purchases

4 purchases

ASV Bible*

One-time4
  • Three Months$7.99
  • Ads Free Version - Life Time$9.99
  • One Year$24.99
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  • Two Years$34.99
None

Bengali Bible

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ASV Bible* free?
ASV Bible* is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bengali Bible free?
Bengali Bible is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ASV Bible* or Bengali Bible have ads?
ASV Bible* shows ads; Bengali Bible does not.
Which is updated more often, ASV Bible* or Bengali Bible?
ASV Bible* ships an update every 4 months, and Bengali Bible every 24 months. Most recently, ASV Bible* was updated on November 1, 2026 and Bengali Bible on November 3, 2026.

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