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BibleProject alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll bible study apps

Top picks

Common reasons people leave BibleProject: app is English-only for now, and no commentaries, original-language tools or personal notes. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces BibleProject, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. YouVersion Bible App currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1YouVersion Bible App logoYouVersion Bible AppFree—NoiOS, Android, Web4 of 468.8
2OlOlive Tree Bible AppFree plan + paid—NoiOS, Android, macOS +15 of 564.8
3Bible Gateway logoBible GatewayFree plan + paid$6.99 a month (Plus, billed monthly)NoWeb, iOS, Android8 of 861.8
4Dwell logoDwellPaid$59.99/yearNoiOS, Android4 of 459.4
5Ezra Bible App logoEzra Bible AppOpen source—YesWindows, macOS, Linux +24 of 457.5
  1. YouVersion Bible App logo

    1. YouVersion Bible AppTop pick

    Best for: Everyday readers and church groups who want a free Bible with plans, audio and offline reading

    FreeiOS, Android, Web

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from BibleProject

    Free reader with plans in many languages; it also hosts some BibleProject plans.

    Pros

    • Completely free with no ads or paid tier
    • Very wide choice of translations and languages
    • Reading plans, prayers and shared plans with friends
    • Offline reading and audio Bibles

    Cons

    • Few in-depth study tools such as commentaries or Greek and Hebrew lookups
    • Requires an account for syncing notes and social features
    • Plans and content lean toward a devotional, evangelical style
    Visit YouVersion Bible App Compare with BibleProjectDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is YouVersion Bible App a good BibleProject alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    Free
    Checked Nov 8, 2026youversion.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Bible versions
    3,500 versions in 2,300 languages
    Checked Nov 8, 2026youversion.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Offline mode
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026youversion.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Installs
    700 million+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026youversion.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Ol

    2. Olive Tree Bible App

    Best for: Pastors, teachers and serious readers who want commentaries and word study offline on every device

    Free plan + paidiOS, Android, macOS, Windows

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from BibleProject

    Adds commentaries, study Bibles and Greek and Hebrew tools when you want to go deeper.

    Pros

    • Resource Guide shows related commentary for the passage you are reading
    • Full offline use once books are downloaded
    • Strong's, interlinear and parsed Greek and Hebrew texts
    • Purchased books stay in your account across devices

    Cons

    • Most commentaries and study Bibles are paid add-ons
    • Store-centric layout can feel busy for casual readers
    • No web app; you need to install it
    Visit Olive Tree Bible App Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Olive Tree Bible App a good BibleProject alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Platforms
    iOS, Android, Mac, Windows
    Checked Nov 8, 2026olivetree.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Offline mode
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026olivetree.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Library size
    35,000+ books
    Checked Nov 8, 2026olivetree.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Bible translations
    100+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026olivetree.com(opens source in a new tab)
    In business since
    1998
    Checked Nov 8, 2026olivetree.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Bible Gateway logo

    3. Bible Gateway

    Best for: Readers who want fast passage search and translation comparison, with optional commentaries

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from BibleProject

    Free web Bible with many translations to read alongside the videos.

    Pros

    • Fast search and side-by-side comparison across many translations
    • Includes many modern English versions
    • Plus adds 70+ commentaries and study resources for a monthly fee
    • Audio Bibles and reading plans in the free tier

    Cons

    • Free site and app show ads
    • The study library requires an ongoing subscription rather than a one-time purchase
    • Fewer languages than YouVersion
    Visit Bible Gateway Compare with BibleProjectDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Bible Gateway a good BibleProject alternative?

    Verified facts

    8 of 8 verified
    Translations
    200+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026biblegateway.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Plus (monthly)
    $6.99 per month
    Checked Nov 8, 2026biblegateway.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Plus (yearly)
    $69.99 per year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026biblegateway.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    7 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026biblegateway.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Plus library
    70+ premium resources
    Checked Nov 8, 2026biblegateway.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $6.99 a month (Plus, billed monthly)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026biblegateway.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Plus yearly plan
    $69.99 a year ($5.83 a month)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026biblegateway.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, free account
    Checked Nov 8, 2026biblegateway.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Dwell logo

    4. Dwell

    Best for: Commuters and busy people who want to listen to the Bible in a translation and voice they like

    PaidiOS, Android

    59.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from BibleProject

    Listen to the full Bible text itself in many translations and voices.

    Pros

    • Choice of narrators per translation, including a dramatized NIV
    • Loop a verse, chapter or book to help with memorisation
    • Spanish and Portuguese translations alongside English

    Cons

    • Paid subscription after the trial; no free tier
    • Listening app only, with no commentaries or study tools
    • Mobile only, no desktop app
    Visit Dwell Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Dwell a good BibleProject alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free trial
    7 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026dwellbible.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Yearly price
    $59.99/year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026dwellbible.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Monthly price
    $9.99/month
    Checked Nov 8, 2026dwellbible.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Installs
    3M+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026dwellbible.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Ezra Bible App logo

    5. Ezra Bible App

    Best for: People who study the Bible by topic and want tags and notes synced across computer and phone

    Open sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS

    57.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from BibleProject

    Free desktop study app for tagging verses and keeping notes, which BibleProject lacks.

    Pros

    • Verse tagging and notes built into the reading view
    • Runs on desktop, Android and iOS with Dropbox sync
    • Exports notes and verse lists to Word

    Cons

    • Sync relies on Dropbox
    • Mostly a one-developer project
    • Fewer advanced original-language tools than paid suites
    Visit Ezra Bible App Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Ezra Bible App a good BibleProject alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    GPL-2.0
    Checked Nov 1, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux, Android
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ezrabibleapp.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Sync
    Dropbox
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ezrabibleapp.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Export
    Word documents
    Checked Nov 8, 2026ezrabibleapp.net(opens source in a new tab)

The best BibleProject alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

YouVersion Bible App logo

Best BibleProject alternative for most people

YouVersion Bible App

Free reader with plans in many languages; it also hosts some BibleProject plans.

Ezra Bible App logo

Best BibleProject alternative for a free option

Ezra Bible App

Free desktop study app for tagging verses and keeping notes, which BibleProject lacks.

Ol

Best BibleProject alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Olive Tree Bible App

Adds commentaries, study Bibles and Greek and Hebrew tools when you want to go deeper.

Ezra Bible App logo

Best BibleProject alternative for open source

Ezra Bible App

Free desktop study app for tagging verses and keeping notes, which BibleProject lacks.

Ol

Best BibleProject alternative for Mac

Olive Tree Bible App

Adds commentaries, study Bibles and Greek and Hebrew tools when you want to go deeper.

Ol

Best BibleProject alternative for Windows

Olive Tree Bible App

Adds commentaries, study Bibles and Greek and Hebrew tools when you want to go deeper.

Ezra Bible App logo

Best BibleProject alternative for Linux

Ezra Bible App

Free desktop study app for tagging verses and keeping notes, which BibleProject lacks.

Bible Gateway logo

Best BibleProject alternative for iPhone and Android

Bible Gateway

Free web Bible with many translations to read alongside the videos.

YouVersion Bible App logo

Best BibleProject alternative for working in the browser

YouVersion Bible App

Free reader with plans in many languages; it also hosts some BibleProject plans.

BibleProject alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to BibleProject?

YouVersion Bible App ranks first right now. Free reader with plans in many languages; it also hosts some BibleProject plans. Olive Tree Bible App and Bible Gateway follow it in our ranking.

BibleProject vs YouVersion Bible App: what's the difference?

Both BibleProject and YouVersion Bible App are free to use. Both run on Web, iOS and Android.

Is BibleProject free?

BibleProject is free to use. Price: Free. Checked on BibleProject's own site, November 2026.

How much do BibleProject alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked BibleProject alternatives: Bible Gateway, $6.99 a month (Plus, billed monthly); Dwell, $59.99/year. Each price was checked on the app's own site; see each card below for the date and source.

Is there a free alternative to BibleProject?

Yes. YouVersion Bible App (free), Olive Tree Bible App (free plan + paid), Bible Gateway (free plan + paid) and Ezra Bible App (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to BibleProject?

Yes: Ezra Bible App.

Which BibleProject alternatives work on Linux?

Ezra Bible App runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from BibleProject?

The complaints we hear most: app is English-only for now; no commentaries, original-language tools or personal notes; not optimised for tablets.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces BibleProject, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.