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Best Catena Bible Apps

222+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.8 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated June 2026

The best catena bible apps on iPhone average 4.8★ across 222+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated June 2026.

Top Picks for Catena Bible

Catena: Bible & Commentaries#1

Catena: Bible & Commentaries by David Salib

Editor's Choice
🔍 Reference
4.9😊(4.7K ratings)
Free
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Access scripture with verse-by-verse commentary from early Christian theologians. Gain insights into the roots of authentic faith and apply God's word to your spiritual life. This resource offers authoritative guidance for interpreting scripture and understanding the early church.

What We Love

  • 🙏 Thank you for your hard work
  • 👍 Helpful commentaries and insights
  • 🔍 Great for Bible study and learning
  • 🕰️ Useful daily quotes from Church Fathers

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
  • 🔍 Missing some commentaries or translations
  • 🔌 Offline functionality could be improved
Orthodox Bible#2

Orthodox Bible by ByteBlocks, LLC

Daily Devotionals, Septuagint
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
4.8😐(11K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access the full text of the Old and New Testament, along with daily readings and an Orthodox Calendar of feasts and fasts. This app supports spiritual journeys with daily prayers and audio Psalms.

What We Love

  • 🙏 Helpful for spiritual growth
  • 📚 Provides access to Orthodox Bible
  • 🎨 Beautiful and user-friendly interface
  • 🕰️ Useful daily readings and prayers

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Excessive paid content and subscriptions
  • 📢 Intrusive and frequent advertisements
  • 🔍 Difficult navigation and chapter/verse selection
Ascension: Catholic Bible#3

Ascension: Catholic Bible by Ascension Publishing Group, LLC

Study, Pray, Rosary, Catechism
Worth Considering
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4.9😊(88K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#21in Reference
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This app helps Catholics engage with the Bible and Church teachings through guided readings, prayers, and study plans. It offers audio versions, daily reflections, and a unique learning system to deepen understanding of scripture and tradition.

What We Love

  • 🙏 Deepening faith and drawing closer to God
  • 👍 Convenient and easy to use
  • 📚 Comprehensive Bible and Catechism resources
  • 🎧 Excellent podcast experience with Fr. Mike

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Paid subscription model after initial free period
  • 🔍 Lack of dictionary/glossary for unfamiliar terms
  • 🔙 Removal of 15-second forward/backward buttons

More Catena Bible apps to explore

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Accordance Bible Software
Accordance Bible Software
Accordance Bible Software
by OakTree Software, Inc.
Free

This app offers a powerful and fast way to study the Bible. It allows users to read, search, and explore scripture with features like side-by-side translation comparison, in-depth word lookups, and note-taking. Expand your library with a vast collection of Bibles and study tools available for purchase.

Read Bible with commentariesCompare Bible translations side-by-sideSearch Bible for words or verses
🔍 Reference
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Blue Letter Bible
Blue Letter Bible
Blue Letter Bible
In-Depth Study Bible
Free

This app offers a personalized Bible reader with powerful study tools. Explore over 30 Bible versions, commentaries, and original language lexicons. Customize your reading with themes, fonts, and note-taking features, all backed up to the cloud.

30+ Bible versionsOriginal language lexiconCommentaries and dictionaries
🔍 Reference
(342K)
free
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Bible
Bible
Bible
Daily Study, Audio & Prayer
Free

Access a vast library of Bible versions in multiple languages, listen to audio Bibles, and engage in daily study with friends. Create prayers, add notes, and customize your reading experience with themes and verse images.

3,500+ Bible versionsAudio BiblesThousands of Reading Plans
🔍 Reference
(13M)
free with in-app purchases
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Catholic Bible: Daily reading
Catholic Bible: Daily reading
Catholic Bible: Daily reading
Bible & study tool with AI
Free

Access the Holy Bible with Old and New Testaments, daily readings, and Catholic news. Features an AI-powered study tool to explore scriptures, ask questions, and discover prayers. Offers offline reading and personalized notifications.

Holy Bible (Old & New Testament)Catholic NewsDaily Saint
📚 Books
(4.3K)
free with in-app purchases
8
KJV Bible with Apocrypha. KJVA
KJV Bible with Apocrypha. KJVA
KJV Bible with Apocrypha. KJVA
King James Audio Holy Version
Free

Explore the King James Version of the Bible, including the Apocrypha. This app provides access to a historically significant English translation, offering a comprehensive view of biblical texts. Discover ancient books often found between the Old and New Testaments.

King James Version BibleIncludes ApocryphaEnglish translation
📚 Books
(8.9K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Bible · Audio Study Offline
Bible · Audio Study Offline
Bible · Audio Study Offline
Guidance Through God's Word
Free

Access and study the Bible offline with multiple versions and an enhanced reading experience. Explore verses, utilize powerful search, and enjoy audio and podcasts to deepen your spiritual journey.

Offline Bible readingMultiple Bible versionsVerse by verse exploration
🔍 Reference
(259K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Holy Bible for Daily Reading
Holy Bible for Daily Reading
Holy Bible for Daily Reading
Old & New Testament Scripture
Free

Access the Bible in multiple languages and translations, with offline functionality. Enjoy features like smart search, customizable text, audio playback, daily verses, and structured reading plans for various durations.

Multiple Bible versions and translationsOffline accessSmart search and bookmarks
📚 Books
(22K)
ad-supported
11
PARALLEL PLUS Bible-study app
PARALLEL PLUS Bible-study app
PARALLEL PLUS Bible-study app
Word study, Greek, Hebrew
Free

Explore biblical texts with multiple translations side-by-side. Deepen your understanding with integrated Greek and Hebrew word studies, grammatical analysis, and translation tips. Search for verses using keywords across all versions.

Parallel Bible versions (up to 8 columns)Greek and Hebrew word studiesLexical entries and word families
📚 Books
(13K)
free
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Bible Offline - KJV Holy Bible
Bible Offline - KJV Holy Bible
Bible Offline - KJV Holy Bible
Daily Prayer, Study & Audio
Free

This app provides an offline Bible study experience with audio playback, customizable reading options, and interactive features like quizzes. It allows users to easily access, study, and share scripture, fostering a deeper connection with God's word.

Offline Bible accessAudio playback of versesVerse highlighting and notes
📚 Books
(120K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Bible: Read, Listen Holy Bible
Bible: Read, Listen Holy Bible
Bible: Read, Listen Holy Bible
Holy Bible Podcasts, Books
Free

This app helps you engage with the Bible through reading and listening. It offers various Bible versions, offline access, reading progress tracking, and customizable reading settings. You can also discover and listen to Bible podcasts with adjustable playback and sharing options.

Multiple Bible versions (NIV, KJV, ESV, etc.)Offline Bible readingReading progress tracking
📚 Education
(5.7K)
ad-supported
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The Holy Catholic Bible
The Holy Catholic Bible
The Holy Catholic Bible
Study The Douay - Rhiems Bible
Free

Access the Holy Catholic Bible with offline reading, customizable fonts, and a built-in dictionary. Engage with scripture through quizzes, share inspiring quotes, and create custom verse images. This app provides a comprehensive and user-friendly way to study and carry God's Word.

Offline Bible readingCustomizable fonts and text sizeBible quizzes
🔍 Reference
(3.7K)
free with in-app purchases
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Legacy Standard Bible
Legacy Standard Bible
Legacy Standard Bible
by OakTree Software, Inc.
Free

This app provides a Bible translation focused on accurately reflecting the original Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek texts. It offers tools for in-depth study, including Hebrew and Greek word definitions and lexical search capabilities.

Complete Old and New TestamentsHebrew word definitions (Brown-Driver-Briggs)Greek word definitions (Abbott-Smith)
🔍 Reference
(4.9K)
free
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1599 Geneva Bible (GNV)
1599 Geneva Bible (GNV)
1599 Geneva Bible (GNV)
Breeches Bible Geneva
Free

Explore a significant English Bible translation from 1599, known for its numbered verses and detailed notes. This edition focuses on the 66 books of the Protestant canon, offering clarity and historical context for daily study and spiritual growth.

1599 Geneva Bible translationNumbered verses for easy referenceDetailed notes and commentary
📚 Books
(453)
free with in-app purchases
17
Verbum Catholic Bible Study
Verbum Catholic Bible Study
Verbum Catholic Bible Study
by Faithlife Corporation
Free

Access a comprehensive theological library and powerful Bible study tools for Catholic insights. Organize reading plans, take notes, and search resources offline. Features include daily readings, the Catechism, and panel linking for synchronized study.

Offline Bible and commentary accessOrganized reading plansEnhanced text selection with notes and highlights
🔍 Reference
(3.9K)
free with in-app purchases
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Good News Bible GNB
Good News Bible GNB
Good News Bible GNB
by Maria de los Llanos Goig Monino
Free

Access the Good News Bible (GNB) offline on your phone or tablet. This intuitive app provides the complete Old and New Testaments, a theology dictionary, and daily verses. Study God's word anywhere, anytime with user-friendly navigation and customizable text size.

Offline Bible access (GNB)Complete Old and New TestamentsTheology Dictionary (offline)
🔍 Reference
(370)
ad-supported
19
Holy Bible (Multi Version)
Holy Bible (Multi Version)
Holy Bible (Multi Version)
by Tran Bao Thang
Free

Access and read multiple Bible versions offline. Compare verses side-by-side, bookmark passages, take notes, and search the text. Share verses easily via SMS, social media, or email.

Multiple Bible versionsOffline readingParallel verse comparison
📚 Books
(41)
free
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La Santa Biblia. Spanish Bible
La Santa Biblia. Spanish Bible
La Santa Biblia. Spanish Bible
Read & Study the Holy Bible
Free

This app offers a trusted Spanish translation of the Holy Scriptures for personal study, devotional reading, and worship. It makes biblical teachings accessible and understandable for modern readers, aiding spiritual growth and devotion with features like verse highlights and daily reading plans.

Trusted Spanish translationPersonal studyDevotional reading
📚 Books
(981)
free with in-app purchases

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