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BibleTime alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

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

Top picks

Common reasons people leave BibleTime: no mobile app, and library limited to free and CrossWire-hosted works. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces BibleTime, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Xiphos currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Xiphos logoXiphosOpen source—YesLinux, Windows4 of 468.8
2Ezra Bible App logoEzra Bible AppOpen source—YesWindows, macOS, Linux +24 of 464.8
3YouVersion Bible App logoYouVersion Bible AppFree—NoiOS, Android, Web4 of 442.3
4Logos Bible Study logoLogos Bible StudyFree plan + paid—NoWindows, macOS, Web +25 of 542.3
  1. Xiphos logo

    1. XiphosTop pick

    Best for: Linux and Windows users who want a free SWORD-based Bible study program with a GTK interface

    Open sourceLinux, Windows

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from BibleTime

    Another free SWORD-based study tool, GTK instead of Qt, with Windows installers.

    Pros

    • Free and open source, developed since 2000
    • Module manager gives access to the CrossWire library
    • Official Windows installer as well as Linux packages

    Cons

    • No macOS or mobile version
    • Dated interface compared with newer Bible apps
    • Few recent copyrighted translations in the free library
    Visit Xiphos Details 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 Xiphos a good BibleTime alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    GPL-2.0
    Checked Oct 30, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Latest release
    4.5.0 (31 Aug 2026)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026xiphos.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Linux, UNIX, Windows
    Checked Nov 8, 2026xiphos.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Price
    Free
    Checked Nov 8, 2026xiphos.org(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Ezra Bible App logo

    2. 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

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from BibleTime

    Uses the same SWORD modules but adds tagging, notes, Android and iOS apps and Dropbox sync.

    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 ×0.387
    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 Ezra Bible App a good BibleTime 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)
  3. YouVersion Bible App logo

    3. YouVersion Bible App

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

    FreeiOS, Android, Web

    42.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from BibleTime

    Free on phones and the web, with reading plans, audio Bibles and offline reading.

    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 Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.312
    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 BibleTime 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)
  4. Logos Bible Study logo

    4. Logos Bible Study

    Best for: Pastors, seminary students and serious Bible students who want a deep, searchable library

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Web, iOS, Android

    42.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from BibleTime

    Much larger commercial library of commentaries and reference works, synced across devices.

    Pros

    • Very large catalogue of commentaries and reference works that integrate with search
    • Free version to start, with purchased books kept permanently
    • Syncs notes and highlights across desktop, web and mobile

    Cons

    • Larger libraries and many features cost a lot compared with free Bible software
    • Newer features sit behind a subscription
    • No Linux desktop app
    Visit Logos Bible Study Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.312
    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 Logos Bible Study a good BibleTime alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, 25+ resources
    Checked Nov 8, 2026logos.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Desktop, web and mobile
    Checked Nov 8, 2026logos.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Update cadence
    About every 6 weeks
    Checked Nov 8, 2026logos.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Subscription library
    Up to 500 books
    Checked Nov 8, 2026logos.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Subscriber discount
    5% off storewide
    Checked Nov 8, 2026logos.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best BibleTime alternative for…

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

Xiphos logo

Best BibleTime alternative for most people

Xiphos

Another free SWORD-based study tool, GTK instead of Qt, with Windows installers.

Ezra Bible App logo

Best BibleTime alternative for a free option

Ezra Bible App

Uses the same SWORD modules but adds tagging, notes, Android and iOS apps and Dropbox sync.

Logos Bible Study logo

Best BibleTime alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Logos Bible Study

Much larger commercial library of commentaries and reference works, synced across devices.

Xiphos logo

Best BibleTime alternative for open source

Xiphos

Another free SWORD-based study tool, GTK instead of Qt, with Windows installers.

Ezra Bible App logo

Best BibleTime alternative for Mac

Ezra Bible App

Uses the same SWORD modules but adds tagging, notes, Android and iOS apps and Dropbox sync.

Xiphos logo

Best BibleTime alternative for Windows

Xiphos

Another free SWORD-based study tool, GTK instead of Qt, with Windows installers.

Xiphos logo

Best BibleTime alternative for Linux

Xiphos

Another free SWORD-based study tool, GTK instead of Qt, with Windows installers.

YouVersion Bible App logo

Best BibleTime alternative for iPhone and Android

YouVersion Bible App

Free on phones and the web, with reading plans, audio Bibles and offline reading.

YouVersion Bible App logo

Best BibleTime alternative for working in the browser

YouVersion Bible App

Free on phones and the web, with reading plans, audio Bibles and offline reading.

BibleTime alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to BibleTime?

Xiphos ranks first right now. Another free SWORD-based study tool, GTK instead of Qt, with Windows installers. Ezra Bible App and YouVersion Bible App follow it in our ranking.

BibleTime vs Xiphos: what's the difference?

Both BibleTime and Xiphos are free and open source. Only BibleTime runs on macOS.

Is BibleTime free?

BibleTime is free and open source.

Is there a free alternative to BibleTime?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to BibleTime?

Yes: Xiphos and Ezra Bible App.

Which BibleTime alternatives work on Linux?

Xiphos and Ezra Bible App run on Linux.

Why do people switch from BibleTime?

The complaints we hear most: no mobile app; library limited to free and CrossWire-hosted works; personal notes need a separate commentary module.

How is this list ranked?

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