# Simple Bible vs Holy Bible RSV Audio*

The clearest difference is rating: Holy Bible RSV Audio* at 4.5 against Simple Bible's 3.0. Holy Bible RSV Audio* also leads on ratings volume (41 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). Simple Bible's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 10 months vs every 41 months). On price, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Holy Bible RSV Audio* sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.49 per year. Simple Bible asks for nothing beyond the download.

Holy Bible RSV Audio* holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Holy Bible RSV Audio* has 41 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

Simple Bible ships an update every 10 months, Holy Bible RSV Audio* every 41 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple Bible | Holy Bible RSV Audio* |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-bible-hd-version/id887429962/reviews) | **[4.5 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/holy-bible-rsv-audio/id1570197435/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **41** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 months** | Every 41 months |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 33 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Yu-Sheng Wong](https://appshunter.io/developer/503535261) | [RAVINDHIRAN ANAND](https://appshunter.io/developer/1479882196) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple Bible

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-bible-hd-version/id887429962)

This app offers three popular Bible translations in a single interface, designed specifically for tablets. Enjoy features like audio narration, highlighting, note-taking, and fast searching for a focused reading experience.

**Highlights:** Three Bible translations (KJV, ASV, BBE), Audio Bible narration, Highlighters and annotations, Fast verse searching, Adjustable typography, Offline reading mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Holy Bible RSV Audio*

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/holy-bible-rsv-audio/id1570197435)

Access the Revised Standard Version of the Bible with audio narration and offline reading capabilities. Customize your reading experience with adjustable fonts, highlights, and bookmarks. Share verses and create shareable verse images.

**Highlights:** Offline reading of Old and New Testaments, High-quality audio narration, Customizable fonts, text size, and brightness, Highlighting and bookmarking verses, Create and share verse images, Daily verse feature

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ads Free Version - Auto | $5.49 | per year |
| Ads Free Version - One Year | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ads Free Version - Life Time | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple Bible free?

Simple Bible is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Holy Bible RSV Audio* free?

Holy Bible RSV Audio* is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Simple Bible or Holy Bible RSV Audio*?

Holy Bible RSV Audio* is rated higher. Simple Bible averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Holy Bible RSV Audio* averages 4.5 from 41 ratings.

### Do Simple Bible or Holy Bible RSV Audio* have ads?

Both Simple Bible and Holy Bible RSV Audio* show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Simple Bible or Holy Bible RSV Audio*?

Simple Bible ships an update every 10 months, and Holy Bible RSV Audio* every 41 months. Most recently, Simple Bible was updated on November 1, 2026 and Holy Bible RSV Audio* on November 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*