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Logos Bible Study alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

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

Top picks

Common reasons people leave Logos Bible Study: larger libraries and many features cost a lot compared with free Bible software, and newer features sit behind a subscription. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Logos Bible Study, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. BibleTime currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1BibleTime logoBibleTimeOpen source—YesLinux, Windows, macOS4 of 468.8
2Xiphos logoXiphosOpen source—YesLinux, Windows4 of 464.8
3Ezra Bible App logoEzra Bible AppOpen source—YesWindows, macOS, Linux +24 of 461.8
4OlOlive Tree Bible AppFree plan + paid—NoiOS, Android, macOS +15 of 559.4
5STEP Bible logoSTEP BibleFree—YesWeb, Windows, macOS +14 of 457.5
6Bible Hub logoBible HubFree—NoWeb, iOS, Android5 of 555.9
  1. BibleTime logo

    1. BibleTimeTop pick

    Best for: Linux users who want a free desktop Bible study tool with many free translations and commentaries

    Open sourceLinux, Windows, macOS

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Logos Bible Study

    Free, open-source study app using SWORD modules, with many free Bibles and commentaries.

    Pros

    • Free and open source, with over 200 free works via SWORD
    • Side-by-side texts and Strong's lookups
    • Packaged by most Linux distributions

    Cons

    • No mobile app
    • Library limited to free and CrossWire-hosted works
    • Personal notes need a separate commentary module
    Visit BibleTime 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 BibleTime a good Logos Bible Study alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    GPL-2.0
    Checked Oct 29, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free works
    Over 200 texts
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bibletime.info(opens source in a new tab)
    Built with
    C++ and Qt
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bibletime.info(opens source in a new tab)
    Preinstalled Bibles
    None
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bibletime.info(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Xiphos logo

    2. Xiphos

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

    Open sourceLinux, Windows

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Logos Bible Study

    Free, open-source SWORD-based study tool for Linux and Windows, good for side-by-side reading.

    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 ×0.387
    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 Xiphos a good Logos Bible Study 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)
  3. Ezra Bible App logo

    3. 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

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Logos Bible Study

    Free, open-source and cross-platform, focused on tagging verses and keeping study notes.

    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 ×0.377
    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 Ezra Bible App a good Logos Bible Study 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)
  4. Ol

    4. 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

    59.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from Logos Bible Study

    Commercial study library with original-language tools at a lower entry cost and good offline mobile use.

    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 ×0.369
    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 Olive Tree Bible App a good Logos Bible Study 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)
  5. STEP Bible logo

    5. STEP Bible

    Best for: Students and pastors who want free Greek and Hebrew word study

    FreeOpen sourceWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux

    57.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Logos Bible Study

    Free Tyndale House tool with Greek and Hebrew word studies, no paid library required.

    Pros

    • Free original-language word study
    • Hundreds of translations to compare side by side
    • Offline desktop version for Windows, Mac and Linux
    • Open source

    Cons

    • Busy interface with a learning curve
    • No native mobile apps
    • Fewer commentaries and reference books than paid suites
    Visit STEP Bible 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 STEP Bible a good Logos Bible Study alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    Free
    Checked Nov 8, 2026stepbible.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Bibles online
    700+
    Checked Nov 8, 2026stepbible.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Included offline
    ESV, NIV, Greek and Hebrew
    Checked Nov 8, 2026stepbible.org(opens source in a new tab)
    License
    BSD-3-Clause
    Checked Nov 8, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
  6. Bible Hub logo

    6. Bible Hub

    Best for: Students, pastors and serious readers who want free Greek and Hebrew study tools for every verse

    FreeWeb, iOS, Android

    55.9

    score / 100

    Why switch from Logos Bible Study

    Free parallel versions, interlinear text, lexicons and commentaries in the browser.

    Pros

    • Free interlinears, Strong's numbers and lexicons
    • Dozens of translations with side-by-side parallel view
    • Large library of classic commentaries and cross references
    • No account or subscription needed

    Cons

    • Dense, ad-supported pages can feel cluttered
    • Commentaries are mostly older public-domain works
    • No personal notes or highlights synced across devices
    Visit Bible Hub Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.357
    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 Hub a good Logos Bible Study alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Founded
    2004 (as Bible.cc)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026biblehub.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Owner
    Online Parallel Bible Project
    Checked Nov 8, 2026biblehub.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Parallel translations
    30+, up to 5 side by side
    Checked Nov 8, 2026biblehub.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Original-language tools
    Interlinear, Strong's, lexicons
    Checked Nov 8, 2026biblehub.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Price
    Free
    Checked Nov 8, 2026biblehub.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Logos Bible Study alternative for…

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

BibleTime logo

Best Logos Bible Study alternative for most people

BibleTime

Free, open-source study app using SWORD modules, with many free Bibles and commentaries.

Xiphos logo

Best Logos Bible Study alternative for a free option

Xiphos

Free, open-source SWORD-based study tool for Linux and Windows, good for side-by-side reading.

Ol

Best Logos Bible Study alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Olive Tree Bible App

Commercial study library with original-language tools at a lower entry cost and good offline mobile use.

Ezra Bible App logo

Best Logos Bible Study alternative for open source

Ezra Bible App

Free, open-source and cross-platform, focused on tagging verses and keeping study notes.

STEP Bible logo

Best Logos Bible Study alternative for Mac

STEP Bible

Free Tyndale House tool with Greek and Hebrew word studies, no paid library required.

BibleTime logo

Best Logos Bible Study alternative for Windows

BibleTime

Free, open-source study app using SWORD modules, with many free Bibles and commentaries.

BibleTime logo

Best Logos Bible Study alternative for Linux

BibleTime

Free, open-source study app using SWORD modules, with many free Bibles and commentaries.

Bible Hub logo

Best Logos Bible Study alternative for iPhone and Android

Bible Hub

Free parallel versions, interlinear text, lexicons and commentaries in the browser.

STEP Bible logo

Best Logos Bible Study alternative for working in the browser

STEP Bible

Free Tyndale House tool with Greek and Hebrew word studies, no paid library required.

Logos Bible Study alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Logos Bible Study?

BibleTime ranks first right now. Free, open-source study app using SWORD modules, with many free Bibles and commentaries. Xiphos and Ezra Bible App follow it in our ranking.

Logos Bible Study vs BibleTime: what's the difference?

Logos Bible Study is free with paid plans; BibleTime is free and open source. BibleTime is open source and Logos Bible Study is not. Only Logos Bible Study runs on Web, iOS and Android. Only BibleTime runs on Linux.

Is Logos Bible Study free?

Logos Bible Study is free with paid plans. Free plan: Yes, 25+ resources; Subscription library: Up to 500 books; Subscriber discount: 5% off storewide. Checked on Logos Bible Study's own site, November 2026.

Is there a free alternative to Logos Bible Study?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to Logos Bible Study?

Yes: BibleTime, Xiphos, Ezra Bible App and STEP Bible.

Which Logos Bible Study alternatives work on Linux?

BibleTime, Xiphos, Ezra Bible App and STEP Bible run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Logos Bible Study?

The complaints we hear most: larger libraries and many features cost a lot compared with free Bible software; newer features sit behind a subscription; no Linux desktop app.

How is this list ranked?

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