# New International Version vs LetsReadTheBible

The clearest difference is review sentiment: LetsReadTheBible at 100% against New International Version's 47%. LetsReadTheBible also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs every 3 months). New International Version's advantage is ratings volume (7.5K vs 2) and device support (4 vs 2). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. New International Version sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and LetsReadTheBible sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LetsReadTheBible holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: New International Version has 7.5K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of New International Version's written reviews are positive against 100% of LetsReadTheBible's.

New International Version ships an update every 3 months, LetsReadTheBible daily. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | New International Version | LetsReadTheBible |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (7.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/new-international-version/id988481891/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/letsreadthebible/id6767770458/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7.5K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 46.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 281 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RAVINDHIRAN SUMITHRA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1571016391) | [Darryl Polo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1663513609) |

## What reviewers say

### New International Version

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/new-international-version/id988481891)

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.

**Highlights:** Modern English translation, Clear and accurate scripture, Faithful to original texts, Ideal for personal study, Suitable for study groups, Contemporary language

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Three Months | $7.99 | one-time |
| Ads Free Version - Life Time | $12.99 | one-time |
| One Year | $24.99 | one-time |
| Two Years | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to read and understand
- 🙏 Helps with daily Bible reading
- 💡 Ability to highlight and bookmark verses
- 🎨 Refreshing and modern format

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Verses/chapters displayed incorrectly
- 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find books/chapters
- 💸 Ads disrupt reading experience
- 🔄 Resets to Genesis when reopening app

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect verse/chapter content displayed
- App crashes or freezes when opening certain books
- Purchased ad-free version still shows ads

**Requested features**

- 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


### LetsReadTheBible

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/letsreadthebible/id6767770458)

This app offers a peaceful and accessible way to engage with Catholic scripture. Read a modern translation, listen to audio, save favorites, and explore prayers and reflections. It's designed for a calm and reverent daily Bible reading experience.

**Highlights:** Read Catholic Public Domain Version Bible, Listen to verses with audio reading, Save favorite verses and bookmarks, Explore verse explanations and reflections, Read Catholic prayers, Submit and pray for prayer requests, Light a virtual candle

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Support Donation | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Support Donation | $9.99 | one-time |
| Large Support Donation | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is New International Version free?

New International Version is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is LetsReadTheBible free?

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

### Which has better reviews, New International Version or LetsReadTheBible?

LetsReadTheBible is rated higher. New International Version averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7.5K ratings, while LetsReadTheBible averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do New International Version or LetsReadTheBible have ads?

New International Version shows ads; LetsReadTheBible does not.

### Which is updated more often, New International Version or LetsReadTheBible?

New International Version ships an update every 3 months, and LetsReadTheBible daily. Most recently, New International Version was updated on October 24, 2026 and LetsReadTheBible on October 23, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*