Comparison

Bible Dictionary and Glossary vs Scripture Scanner

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

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About

Bible Dictionary and Glossary

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
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Webster's 1828 Bible Dictionary: The 1828 Webster's Dictionary of the English language is based upon God's written word. Noah Webster used the Bible as the foundation for his definitions. Easton's Bible Dictionary: The Third Edition of The Illustrated Bible Dictionary by Matthew George Easton, M.A., D.D. (1823-1894), was published in 1897 (three years after Easton's death) by Thomas Nelson. It contains 4,000 entries relating to the Bible, from a 19th century Christian viewpoint. Smith's Bible Dictionary: The original dictionary was published as a three volume set in 1863. The dictionary was named after its editor, William Smith. It was so popular that a condensed version was produced soon after. King James Bible Dictionary: Authorized in 1611 by James I of England, the King James Version (Authorized Version) is still the most often purchased translation of God's word. However, since that time the English language has evolved. This dictionary defines 6581 words that are not common to modern English Vine Expository Dictionary: It is a cross-reference from key English words in the Authorized King James Bible Version to the original words in the Greek texts of the New Testament. Thompson Chain Reference Bible: Thompson's study Bible 1908 containing 3,648 entries with KJV verse Nave's Topical Bible Concordance: Nave's Topical Bible is a book written by Orville James Nave. Nave was a chaplain in the United States Army and referred to his work as "the result of fourteen years of delight and untiring study of the Word of God." It is a topical concordance of the Bible, and contains Biblical references to over 20,000 topics. Scripture is quoted over 100,000 times; the same Scripture citation may appear under several headings

About

Scripture Scanner

This app helps you understand Bible verses by providing verse-by-verse explanations, context, and insights. It uses modern technology to bridge print and digital study, offering AI-powered chat and original language analysis for deeper spiritual growth.

Highlights
  • Verse-by-verse explanations
  • Photo scan of physical Bible
  • Search by verse, description, or theme
  • Context and background information
  • Original language analysis (Greek/Hebrew)
  • AI-powered Bible chat
  • Daily Bible verse with explanation
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This is your app for understanding Bible verses. Simple Bible verses app with verse-by-verse explanations, daily scripture - a scripture study tool. UNDERSTAND THE BIBLE - VERSE BY VERSE Most apps tell you where to go in your Bible. Scripture Scanner meets you where you are. A fresh and simpler approach to a Bible study app that helps you understand any Bible verse or passage of your choice within its full context - anytime, anywhere.  Our powerful Bible study and Bible analysis tool helps you quickly and deeply engage with any verse, passage or scripture of your choice. • Just snap a photo of your own physical Bible • Or search by verse, description, or theme • Instantly see how every passage fits into God’s bigger story of scripture HOW TO USE - MODERN TECHNOLOGY MEETS BIBLE STUDY We bridge the gap between print and digital Bible study. Simply take a photo of any Bible passage in your own physical Bible. We lead you through a more complete and optimised study process - you learn things you would never know otherwise. OR you can search by: • Bible verse reference • Passage description • Biblical theme So even if you’ve forgotten the exact passage reference or don't even know where to start… Scripture Scanner instantly finds the right passage. BIBLE APP BUILT FOR REAL LIFE You’re busy. You love Scripture but sometimes struggle to find meaning or context on your own. That’s who we built this for. DISCOVER THE DEPTH BEHIND EVERY WORD Your Bible verse app comes alive with: → Summaries and explanations. Clear and accurate insights for every Bible verse. → Context and background. Understand the setting, audience, and wider story. See each Bible verse or passage within its full context. → Parallel and related themes. Discover theology, recurring themes and how Scripture connects across books. → Interpretations and reflections. Deepen your understanding of a Bible verse through insights from trusted commentaries and scripture study resources. → Original language analysis. Uncover Greek and Hebrew nuances behind key words found within Bible text and see how this unlocks deeper understanding and spiritual growth. → AI-powered Bible chat: Ask any Bible related question, explore meaning and receive guided answers as you study. Our content is backed by trusted commentaries and reliable study sources. We handle the research - you reap the benefits. REAL RESULTS FROM USERS • Transformed their Bible reading time, now understanding what they read • Find the content accurate and insightful, learning things they’d never considered. • Enjoy being guided verse-by-verse through Scripture MORE KEY FEATURES → Daily Bible verse with explanation. Daily Scripture study. Receive a new daily verse every day with insight, meaning, and deeper study. → Random verse study. Not sure where to start? We choose a Bible verse for you and guide you into meaningful understanding of scripture. → Powered by trusted sources. Scripture Scanner is built on reliable Bible commentaries, theology books, concordances and other scholarly sources combined with AI technology. Information and insight from these sources are brought together in a clear, digestible way within the context of a single passage or verse. Every verse explanation aims to be faithful to Scripture while making complex ideas easy to understand. + GO EVEN DEEPER WITH SCRIPTURE SCANNER PLUS Use the app free each day or upgrade to Scripture Scanner Plus for upgraded and unlimited access: • Unlimited scans and verse searches • Full access to our trained Bible AI Chat • Access to original language analysis (Greek & Hebrew) • Deeper insights across every section of your study Only £2.99/month or £19.99/year. “THE PERFECT BIBLE READING COMPANION” - App user Preparing a sermon, leading a Bible group, or spending quiet time with God. Learn Scripture as you explore the Bible verse by verse. EULA https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Bible Dictionary and Glossary3 screens
Scripture Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Bible Dictionary and Glossary at 4.8 against Scripture Scanner's 4.3. Bible Dictionary and Glossary also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (5K vs 12). Scripture Scanner's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 18 months). On price, ads, 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. Scripture Scanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Bible Dictionary and Glossary asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bible Dictionary and Glossary holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bible Dictionary and Glossary has 5K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of Bible Dictionary and Glossary's written reviews are positive against 83% of Scripture Scanner's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bible Dictionary and Glossary ships an update every 18 months, Scripture Scanner every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Bible Dictionary and Glossary versus Scripture Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBible Dictionary and GlossaryScripture Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (5K ratings) — better4.3 (12 ratings)
Positive reviews92.8% of reviews — better83.3% of reviews
Number of ratings5K — better12
Update frequencyEvery 18 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size106 MB27 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperOleg ShukalovichJOSIAH DAVID GABRIEL ORANGE

Customer experience

Bible Dictionary and Glossary

All ratings5,002 ratings
Positive96.8%
Neutral1.7%
Negative1.4%
Written reviews139 reviews
Positive92.8%
Neutral2.9%
Negative4.3%

Scripture Scanner

All ratings12 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

In-app purchases

None

Bible Dictionary and Glossary

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Scripture Scanner

Subscriptions2
  • Scripture Scanner Plus$2.991 Month
  • Scripture Scanner Plus$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Bible Dictionary and Glossary free?
Bible Dictionary and Glossary is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Scripture Scanner free?
Scripture Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bible Dictionary and Glossary or Scripture Scanner?
Bible Dictionary and Glossary is rated higher. Bible Dictionary and Glossary averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5K ratings, while Scripture Scanner averages 4.3 from 12 ratings.
Do Bible Dictionary and Glossary or Scripture Scanner have ads?
Both Bible Dictionary and Glossary and Scripture Scanner show ads.
Which is updated more often, Bible Dictionary and Glossary or Scripture Scanner?
Bible Dictionary and Glossary ships an update every 18 months, and Scripture Scanner every 2 weeks. Most recently, Bible Dictionary and Glossary was updated on October 15, 2026 and Scripture Scanner on October 11, 2026.

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