# Simple Bible in Basic English vs Readlio

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simple Bible in Basic English at none against Readlio's 7. Readlio's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Readlio sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Simple Bible in Basic English asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple Bible in Basic English | Readlio |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-bible-in-basic-english/id979196656/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 97.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | — |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Size | 14 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Oleg Shukalovich](https://appshunter.io/developer/947049002) | [Taha KOYUTURK](https://appshunter.io/developer/6786441484) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple Bible in Basic English

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-bible-in-basic-english/id979196656)

This app offers the Bible translated into Basic English, simplifying the text with a limited vocabulary for easier understanding. It aims to make scripture accessible to a wider global audience.

**Highlights:** Basic English translation, Simplified vocabulary, Easy to understand text, Accessible scripture, Professor S. H. Hooke translation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to read and understand
- 👍 Simple and user-friendly
- 👍 Helpful for Bible study
- 👍 Provides daily encouragement
- 👍 Organized and well-structured

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔊 Robotic or annoying voice
- 💰 Presence of ads

**Reported bugs**

- Voice playback issues
- App crashing or freezing

**Requested features**

- Audio or podcast-like functionality
- Ability to take notes and highlight text
- One-time payment to remove ads


### Readlio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/readlio-speed-reading/id6796615094)

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Readlio Lite - Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Readlio Lite for 3 Months | $4.99 | per 3 months |
| Readily Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Readlio Lite: Speed Reading | $9.99 | per year |
| Readlio Premium - 3 Months | $12.99 | per 3 months |
| Readlio Premium: Read Faster | $14.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple Bible in Basic English free?

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

### Is Readlio free?

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

### Do Simple Bible in Basic English or Readlio have ads?

Simple Bible in Basic English shows ads; Readlio does not.

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