# Bible Dictionary and Glossary vs ScriptSearch

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bible Dictionary and Glossary at none against ScriptSearch's 3. Bible Dictionary and Glossary also leads on ratings volume (5.1K vs 33) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). ScriptSearch's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 18 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ScriptSearch sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Bible Dictionary and Glossary asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Bible Dictionary and Glossary against 5.0 for ScriptSearch. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bible Dictionary and Glossary has 5.1K ratings behind it against 33, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 93% of Bible Dictionary and Glossary's written reviews are positive against 100% of ScriptSearch's.

Bible Dictionary and Glossary ships an update every 18 months, ScriptSearch every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bible Dictionary and Glossary | ScriptSearch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (5.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bible-dictionary-and-glossary/id950707914/reviews) | **[5.0 (33 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scriptsearch-kjv-bible-study/id6744232400/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5.1K** | 33 |
| Positive reviews | 92.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 18 months | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 106 MB | 271 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oleg Shukalovich](https://appshunter.io/developer/947049002) | [Chad Sives](https://appshunter.io/developer/1806560794) |

## What reviewers say

### Bible Dictionary and Glossary

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bible-dictionary-and-glossary/id950707914)

Access comprehensive biblical dictionaries and concordances from renowned scholars. Explore definitions, topical references, and original Greek word meanings to deepen your understanding of scripture.

**Highlights:** Webster's 1828 Bible Dictionary, Easton's Bible Dictionary (19th Century), Smith's Bible Dictionary (1863), King James Bible Dictionary (6581 uncommon words), Vine Expository Dictionary (Greek text cross-reference), Thompson Chain Reference Bible (1908), Nave's Topical Bible Concordance (20,000+ topics)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### ScriptSearch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scriptsearch-kjv-bible-study/id6744232400)

Explore Scripture deeply with advanced search, cross-references, and biblical language tools. Access classic commentaries and prophetic charts. Automatically save study notes and collaborate with others.

**Highlights:** Advanced scripture search, Greek and Hebrew word study, Cross-reference exploration, Integrated commentaries, Prophetic charts, Automatic study notes, Study group collaboration

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Give A Small Gift | $4.99 | one-time |
| Support with a Medium Gift | $9.99 | one-time |
| Support with a Generous Gift | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bible Dictionary and Glossary free?

Bible Dictionary and Glossary is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ScriptSearch free?

ScriptSearch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bible Dictionary and Glossary or ScriptSearch?

ScriptSearch is rated higher. Bible Dictionary and Glossary averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5.1K ratings, while ScriptSearch averages 5.0 from 33 ratings.

### Do Bible Dictionary and Glossary or ScriptSearch have ads?

Bible Dictionary and Glossary shows ads; ScriptSearch does not.

### Which is updated more often, Bible Dictionary and Glossary or ScriptSearch?

Bible Dictionary and Glossary ships an update every 18 months, and ScriptSearch every 2 days. Most recently, Bible Dictionary and Glossary was updated on November 3, 2026 and ScriptSearch on November 8, 2026.

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