Comparison

Simple Bible in Basic English vs NKJV Bible

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • Basic English translation
  • Simplified vocabulary
  • Easy to understand text
  • Accessible scripture
  • Professor S. H. Hooke translation
Features
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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.

About

NKJV Bible

This app provides the New King James Version of the Bible, balancing traditional accuracy with modern readability. It's designed for clear understanding of scripture, suitable for personal study, group discussions, and worship.

Highlights
  • New King James Version translation
  • Traditional accuracy
  • Modern readability
  • Theological consistency
  • Accessible scripture
Features
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The New King James Version (NKJV) Bible is a widely respected English translation known for balancing traditional language with modern readability. More than just a translation, the NKJV offers clarity, accuracy, and theological consistency, making it a popular choice for personal study, daily devotion, church services, and Bible study groups. Its reverent style and clear language continue to help millions of Christians engage with God's Word in a meaningful 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.

Screenshots

Simple Bible in Basic English4 screens
NKJV Bible4 screens

Verdict

The call

Simple Bible in Basic English and NKJV Bible 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 50% of NKJV Bible's. Simple Bible in Basic English also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4). NKJV Bible's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 8 months) and ratings volume (6K 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. NKJV Bible sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Simple Bible in Basic English asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Simple Bible in Basic English holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.3K and 6K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 97% of Simple Bible in Basic English's written reviews are positive against 50% of NKJV Bible's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Simple Bible in Basic English ships an update every 8 months, NKJV Bible every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Simple Bible in Basic English versus NKJV Bible: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimple Bible in Basic EnglishNKJV Bible
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (1.3K ratings) — better4.7 (6K ratings)
Positive reviews97.1% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.3K6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB289 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOleg ShukalovichRAVINDHIRAN SUMITHRA

Customer experience

Simple Bible in Basic English

All ratings869 ratings
Positive98.6%
Neutral0.7%
Negative0.7%
Written reviews34 reviews
Positive97.1%
Neutral2.9%
Negative0.0%

NKJV Bible

All ratings5,970 ratings
Positive93.7%
Neutral2.7%
Negative3.6%
Written reviews100 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral18.0%
Negative32.0%

User reviews

Simple Bible in Basic English

From 1.3K App Store ratings

What 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

NKJV Bible

From 6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to maneuver
  • 🙏 Great Bible app
  • 🙌 Awesome app
  • 🙏 The Word of God
  • 🙏 Excellent version of the Bible

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes or freezes
  • 🔇 Audio issues or does not work
  • 💰 Too many ads or invasive ads
  • 🤔 Navigation or table of contents issues
  • 🤔 Marking read/progress issues

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

NKJV Bible

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Books/chapters not showing up correctly
  • App not opening or loading properly
  • Verses/text not displaying properly
  • Marking read/progress not working as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Landscape mode
  • Ability to easily navigate between books/chapters
  • Improved table of contents
  • Better progress tracking
  • Reduced ads or ability to disable ads

In-app purchases

None

Simple Bible in Basic English

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

NKJV Bible

One-time4
  • Three Months$7.99
  • Ads Free Version - Life Time$9.99
  • One Year$24.99
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  • Two Years$34.99

Questions

Is Simple Bible in Basic English free?
Simple Bible in Basic English is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NKJV Bible free?
NKJV Bible is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Simple Bible in Basic English or NKJV Bible?
Simple Bible in Basic English is rated higher. Simple Bible in Basic English averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while NKJV Bible averages 4.7 from 6K ratings.
Do Simple Bible in Basic English or NKJV Bible have ads?
Both Simple Bible in Basic English and NKJV Bible show ads.
Which is updated more often, Simple Bible in Basic English or NKJV Bible?
Simple Bible in Basic English ships an update every 8 months, and NKJV Bible every 3 months. Most recently, Simple Bible in Basic English was updated on November 5, 2026 and NKJV Bible on November 6, 2026.

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