# Touch vs Type the Bible

The clearest difference is rating: Type the Bible at 4.2 against Touch's 3.3. Type the Bible also leads on review sentiment (78% vs 59%) and device support (3 vs 1). Touch's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 17 months). On price, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Type the Bible sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Touch asks for nothing beyond the download.

Type the Bible holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 50 and 19 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Touch's written reviews are positive against 78% of Type the Bible's.

Touch ships an update every 8 days, Type the Bible every 17 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Touch | Type the Bible |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (50 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touch-type-read-and-spell/id921091732/reviews) | **[4.2 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/type-the-bible/id1474720425/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **50** | 19 |
| Positive reviews | 59.2% of reviews | **77.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Every 17 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 281 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [TOUCH-TYPE READ & SPELL LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/921091731) | [Tamber Schorey](https://appshunter.io/developer/1434244996) |

## What reviewers say

### Touch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touch-type-read-and-spell/id921091732)

This app teaches touch-typing while simultaneously improving reading and spelling skills. It offers a step-by-step course with bite-sized modules, suitable for all ages and learning styles, including those with dyslexia. Track progress and build confidence in literacy.

**Highlights:** Learn touch-typing, Improve reading skills, Enhance spelling, Dyslexia-friendly approach, Step-by-step modules, Progress tracking

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helps with spelling
- 👍 Improves typing skills
- 👍 Good for dyslexic/dysgraphic children
- 👍 Multi-sensory approach
- 👍 Short, engaging lessons

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Login issues
- 🐛 App crashes/quits
- 🐛 Subscription required (not always clear)
- 🐛 iPad incompatibility
- 🐛 Synchronization problems

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot log into the app
- App closes on startup
- Data cannot be read (missing/incorrect format)
- Stuck on loading screen
- App doesn't synchronize with computer

**Requested features**

- Add profiles for multiple students
- Improve synchronization between app and web
- Make subscription cost clearer upfront
- Reduce waiting time on loading screens
- Fix double spaces in sentences


### Type the Bible

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/type-the-bible/id1474720425)

Practice your typing skills by transcribing Bible verses. Track your progress and typing speed for each chapter. Supports both on-screen and Bluetooth keyboards.

**Highlights:** Type any Bible chapter, Track completion time, Measure typing speed, On-screen keyboard support, Bluetooth keyboard compatibility

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tier 1 Gift Subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| Tier 2 Gift Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Tier 3 Gift Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Tier 1 Gift | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tier 2 Gift | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tier 3 Gift | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Touch free?

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

### Is Type the Bible free?

Type the Bible is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Touch or Type the Bible?

Type the Bible is rated higher. Touch averages 3.3 out of 5 from 50 ratings, while Type the Bible averages 4.2 from 19 ratings.

### Do Touch or Type the Bible have ads?

Neither Touch nor Type the Bible shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Touch or Type the Bible?

Touch ships an update every 8 days, and Type the Bible every 17 months. Most recently, Touch was updated on October 24, 2026 and Type the Bible on October 24, 2026.

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