Comparison

1611 King James Bible Version vs Gappon

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

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About

1611 King James Bible Version

Access the original 1611 King James Bible, including the Apocrypha, without an internet connection. Explore the historical language and spellings of this foundational text, distinct from modern revisions.

Highlights
  • Original 1611 King James Bible
  • Includes Apocrypha
  • Offline access
  • Early Modern English text
  • Historical spelling and grammar
Features
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This is the original 1611 King James Bible with Apocrypha No internet connection needed. The King James Bible is the most printed book in the history of the world. Any so-called “1611” King James Version you buy today at the local Christian Bookstore is absolutely NOT the 1611. .. it is the 1769 Baskerville Birmingham revision, even though it admits that nowhere, and may even say “1611” in the front… it’s just not true. Prepare to be shocked! The spellings have been revised, and some words changed, in almost every printing done since 1769, and fourteen entire books plus extra prefatory features have been removed from almost every printing done since 1885! The 1611 King James Bible was writen more than four hundred years ago when the English language was different. The original 1611 A.D. text, written in Early Modern English, shows the language in closer association with its Latin roots. Spelling was in Jacobean style which was not entirely standardized, but could be read phonetically. The original typeface was in Gothic style. Although both the typestyle and the older language may be considered difficult to read by some 21st Century English readers, the King James Version is recognized and respected for its beauty, cadence, and poetic feel. English spelling differences in John 3:16 - U = V (Example: loued = loved; gauve = gave) - y with 'e' above it was used as represent the 'thorn' character, which means 'the') - nn (Sonne = Son) Other spelling differences - V = U (Example: vnto = unto | See John 1:11) - VV = W (Example: svvord = sword) [The V was called a 'U', this is why we still call a W a 'double U'] - I = J (Example: Iesus = Jesus | See John 1:17) - Long "s" letters look similar to "f" letters (Notice the 'Old Testament' type example on the right)

About

Gappon

Read religious texts in multiple languages with parallel support. Access scripture, topical guides, and dictionaries. Download additional languages for free.

Highlights
  • Parallel language scripture reading
  • Multiple religious texts included
  • Downloadable language packs
  • Topical Guide and Bible Dictionary
  • Hymns included
Features
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Gappon is a straightforward app for reading the standard works of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in two languages: the Holy Bible, the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants, and the Pearl of Great Price, with parallel language support where available. Japanese and English are built in, and Portuguese and Spanish are available as free downloads. The English Topical Guide and Bible Dictionary are also included. Included texts and materials: • The Japan Bible Society, Bible: Japanese Colloquial (1954) • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, The Holy Bible, King James Version • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Bíblia Sagrada (Portuguese, 2015) • The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Santa Biblia Reina-Valera (Spanish, 2009) • The Book of Mormon • The Doctrine and Covenants • The Pearl of Great Price • Joseph Smith Translation Appendix • Guide to the Scriptures • Topical Guide • Bible Dictionary • Hymns of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints This app is not published by or affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

1611 King James Bible Version4 screens
Gappon4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 1611 King James Bible Version at none against Gappon's 1. 1611 King James Bible Version also leads on ratings volume (5.1K vs 26). Gappon's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 8 days vs every 6 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and device support 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. Gappon sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. 1611 King James Bible Version asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for 1611 King James Bible Version against 4.8 for Gappon. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 1611 King James Bible Version has 5.1K ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of 1611 King James Bible Version's written reviews are positive against 86% of Gappon's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

1611 King James Bible Version ships an update every 6 months, Gappon every 8 days. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
1611 King James Bible Version versus Gappon: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter1611 King James Bible VersionGappon
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (5.1K ratings) — better4.8 (26 ratings)
Positive reviews79.3% of reviews86.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5.1K — better26
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 8 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB88 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOleg ShukalovichNozomi Okada

Customer experience

1611 King James Bible Version

All ratings4,978 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral1.6%
Negative1.8%
Written reviews150 reviews
Positive79.3%
Neutral8.0%
Negative12.7%

Gappon

All ratings26 ratings
Positive96.2%
Neutral3.8%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews51 reviews
Positive86.3%
Neutral5.9%
Negative7.8%

Bugs and requests

1611 King James Bible Version

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Upgrade to remove ads not working
  • Verses or books missing from the text
  • Functionality issues with audio/playback

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to remove ads
  • Improved search and navigation
  • More natural-sounding audio voices
  • Ability to save notes and highlights

Gappon

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

1611 King James Bible Version

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Gappon

Subscriptions1
  • Gappon Premium$0.991 Month

Questions

Is 1611 King James Bible Version free?
1611 King James Bible Version is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Gappon free?
Gappon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 1611 King James Bible Version or Gappon?
1611 King James Bible Version is rated higher. 1611 King James Bible Version averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5.1K ratings, while Gappon averages 4.8 from 26 ratings.
Do 1611 King James Bible Version or Gappon have ads?
1611 King James Bible Version shows ads; Gappon does not.
Which is updated more often, 1611 King James Bible Version or Gappon?
1611 King James Bible Version ships an update every 6 months, and Gappon every 8 days. Most recently, 1611 King James Bible Version was updated on November 6, 2026 and Gappon on November 6, 2026.

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