Simple Bible in Basic English vs New International Version
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Simple Bible in Basic English
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.
- Basic English translation
- Simplified vocabulary
- Easy to understand text
- Accessible scripture
- Professor S. H. Hooke translation
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Bible In Basic English. The Bible In Basic English (BBE) is a translation of the Bible into Basic English. The BBE was translated by Professor S. H. Hooke. In an effort to simplify and make easy to understand the text he and his team limited the vocabulary to the standard 850 Basic English words. 100 words that were helpful to understand poetry were added along with 50 "Bible" words. The Bible in Basic English strives to simplify the Bible so that more people worldwide can read and understand the text. By using the Basic English vocabulary, this goal is accomplished. The BBE is certainly straightforward and simple.
New International Version
Access a popular modern English translation of the Holy Bible, known for its clarity, accuracy, and faithfulness to original texts. This digital version is ideal for personal study, group discussions, teaching, and worship, making scripture accessible to millions.
- Modern English translation
- Clear and accurate scripture
- Faithful to original texts
- Ideal for personal study
- Suitable for study groups
- Contemporary language
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The New International Version (NIV) Bible is a widely loved English translation first published in 1978. It was created to make the message of the Scriptures clear and accessible while staying true to the original biblical texts. Over the years, it has been revised to better serve modern readers while preserving the meaning of the Scriptures. Today, the NIV continues to help millions of people connect with God’s word in a clear, meaningful, and relatable way. Features: Daily Verse: Set reminders for daily Bible verse notifications. MY LIBRARY: Access your highlights, notes, and bookmarked verses. Old & New Testaments: Read both Testaments in one app. Verse Editor: Create beautiful verse posts with backgrounds and share them. Nearby Churches: Find churches near your location. Books: Explore a collection of Christian eBooks. Wallpapers: Browse beautiful and inspiring wallpapers. Videos: Watch videos on Jesus, Hope, Wisdom, Motivation, Gratitude, Healing, and more. Festive Calendar: Explore Christian festivals and feast days. Popular Verse: Discover verses by topics like love, fear, and peace. Customise Your Bible: Adjust fonts and text colors for comfortable reading. 1000 Praises: Explore a devotional collection honoring God’s names and attributes. Bible Quotes: Share Bible quotes in image and text formats. Bible Quiz: Test your Bible knowledge with engaging quizzes. Bible Stories: Read timeless and inspiring Bible stories for all ages. Bible FAQ: Find quick answers to common Bible and Christian life questions. Verse Comments: Share thoughts and engage in community discussions. Help Desk: Submit support requests with photo attachments. Dictionary: Access a Bible-based dictionary with easy search. Dream Meanings: Explore Biblical and Christian perspectives on dreams. Word Highlights: Highlight words or letters for deeper reflection. App Activity: Track reading streaks, time spent, refreshes, and app usage. Search: Quickly find verses, chapters, and topics. Products: Explore Bible-related products within the app. VerseBot: Get AI-powered verse explanations with easy copy and sharing. Notification History: Access your past notifications in one place. Did You Know?: Discover daily facts about the Bible and Christian faith. Bible Verse Clips: Enjoy short, inspirational Bible clips from the community. Prayer Request: Submit prayer requests and receive community support. Nearby Events: Discover Christian events and gatherings near you. Chapter-Wise Video Learning: Watch videos for deeper chapter understanding. Interactive Bible Games: Enjoy scripture-based games like SlideScript and VerseHunt. Bible Clips: Watch short, inspiring Biblical clips from the faith community. Bible Streaks: Maintain your daily Bible reading streak. Background Music: Enjoy calming music while reading the Bible. Mark as Read – Quiz: Take quizzes based on the verses you’ve read. Audio Bible – Speed Control: Adjust audio speed for faster or slower listening. Alarm: Set timely alarms and reminders for scheduled activities. Worship Songs: Praise and connect with God through uplifting songs and lyrics. Daily Prayer Reminder: Stay connected with God through daily prayer reminders. Audio Bible Experience: Listen to reading plans with text-to-speech audio and soulful background music.
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Verdict
Simple Bible in Basic English and New International Version both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 97% of Simple Bible in Basic English's written reviews are positive against 47% of New International Version's. Simple Bible in Basic English also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4). New International Version's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 8 months) and ratings volume (7.5K vs 1.3K). On price, rating, ads 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
Both are free to download. New International Version sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Simple Bible in Basic English asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Simple Bible in Basic English against 4.7 for New International Version. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: New International Version has 7.5K ratings behind it against 1.3K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 97% of Simple Bible in Basic English's written reviews are positive against 47% of New International Version's.
Simple Bible in Basic English ships an update every 8 months, New International Version every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Simple Bible in Basic English | New International Version |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (1.3K ratings) — better | 4.7 (7.5K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 97.1% of reviews — better | 46.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1.3K | 7.5K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 3 months — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 281 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Oleg Shukalovich | RAVINDHIRAN SUMITHRA |
Customer experience
Simple Bible in Basic English
New International Version
User reviews
Simple Bible in Basic English
From 1.3K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to read and understand
- 👍 Simple and user-friendly
- 👍 Helpful for Bible study
- 👍 Provides daily encouragement
- 👍 Organized and well-structured
Room to improve
- 🔊 Robotic or annoying voice
- 💰 Presence of ads
New International Version
From 7.5K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to read and understand
- 🙏 Helps with daily Bible reading
- 💡 Ability to highlight and bookmark verses
- 🎨 Refreshing and modern format
Room to improve
- 🐛 Verses/chapters displayed incorrectly
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find books/chapters
- 💸 Ads disrupt reading experience
- 🔄 Resets to Genesis when reopening app
Bugs and requests
Simple Bible in Basic English
Reported bugs
2 issues- Voice playback issues
- App crashing or freezing
Requested features
3 requests- Audio or podcast-like functionality
- Ability to take notes and highlight text
- One-time payment to remove ads
New International Version
Reported bugs
3 issues- Incorrect verse/chapter content displayed
- App crashes or freezes when opening certain books
- Purchased ad-free version still shows ads
Requested features
4 requests- Display book names instead of chapter numbers
- Add option to disable ads or purchase ad-free version
- Improve bookmarking and resume reading functionality
- Provide more intuitive navigation between books and chapters
In-app purchases
Simple Bible in Basic English
No in-app purchases
New International Version
- Three Months$7.99
- Ads Free Version - Life Time$12.99
- One Year$24.99
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- Two Years$34.99
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