Logos Bible Study

Bible study platform with a large digital library of Bibles, commentaries and original-language tools.

Free plan + paidBible study apps

Updated Nov 7, 2026 · AppBreakup editorial · Windows, macOS, Web, iOS, Android

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Is Logos Bible Study free?

Free plan, plus paid plans

Free plan:: Yes, 25+ resources

Checked on Logos Bible Study's site Nov 8, 2026

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Verified facts: 5 of 5
Alternatives ranked: 6
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About Logos Bible Study

Logos is a Bible study app built around a personal digital library. You read and search Bibles alongside commentaries, dictionaries, interlinears and original-language tools, and Logos surfaces passages and references from every book you own. It is widely used by pastors, seminary students and serious lay readers for sermon preparation and academic study. A free version includes a small starter library of around 25 resources and basic tools. Paid subscriptions unlock more features and access to up to 500 books, while larger libraries and individual titles are sold separately and stay yours to keep. The app runs on Windows and Mac, on the web and on iOS and Android, syncing notes and highlights between them, and the desktop app updates itself roughly every six weeks. The main drawback is cost: building a substantial library gets expensive compared with free alternatives.

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

Logos Bible Study pricing (checked Nov 8, 2026)

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Plan or term	What it says	Checked	Source
Free plan	Yes, 25+ resources	Nov 8, 2026	logos.com
Subscription library	Up to 500 books	Nov 8, 2026	logos.com
Subscriber discount	5% off storewide	Nov 8, 2026	logos.com

What works

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

Why people leave

Larger libraries and many features cost a lot compared with free Bible software
Newer features sit behind a subscription
No Linux desktop app

Logos Bible Study vs BibleTime, Xiphos and Ezra Bible App

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Attribute	Logos Bible Study	BibleTime	Xiphos	Ezra Bible App
Pricing	Free plan + paid	Open source	Open source	Open source
Verified price	—	—	—	—
Free plan	Yes, 25+ resources	Free app	Free app	Free app
Open source	No	Yes	Yes	Yes
Self-hostable	No	No	No	No
Platforms	Windows, macOS, Web, iOS, Android	Linux, Windows, macOS	Linux, Windows	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS

Top Logos Bible Study alternatives

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BibleTime
Free, open-source study app using SWORD modules, with many free Bibles and commentaries.
68.8
2
Xiphos
Free, open-source SWORD-based study tool for Linux and Windows, good for side-by-side reading.
64.8
3
Ezra Bible App
Free, open-source and cross-platform, focused on tagging verses and keeping study notes.
61.8
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Olive Tree Bible App
Commercial study library with original-language tools at a lower entry cost and good offline mobile use.
59.4
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STEP Bible
Free Tyndale House tool with Greek and Hebrew word studies, no paid library required.
57.5

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Logos Bible Study: common questions

What is Logos Bible Study?

Logos Bible Study: Bible study platform with a large digital library of Bibles, commentaries and original-language tools. Best for pastors, seminary students and serious Bible students who want a deep, searchable library. Available for Windows, macOS, Web, iOS and Android.

Is Logos Bible Study free?

Logos Bible Study has a free plan and paid plans. Free plan: Yes, 25+ resources (checked on Logos Bible Study's own site).

How much does Logos Bible Study cost?

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 Logos Bible Study open source?

No, Logos Bible Study is not open source. Open-source alternatives include BibleTime, Xiphos and Ezra Bible App.

What platforms does Logos Bible Study run on?

Logos Bible Study is available for Windows, macOS, Web, iOS and Android.

What are the best alternatives to Logos Bible Study?

The highest-ranked Logos Bible Study alternatives right now are BibleTime, Xiphos and Ezra Bible App. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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.

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Logos Bible Study facts

5 of 5 verified

Free plan: Yes, 25+ resources; Checked Nov 8, 2026logos.com(opens source in a new tab); “free version of Logos includes 25+ digital resources”
Platforms: Desktop, web and mobile; Checked Nov 8, 2026logos.com(opens source in a new tab); “Get the app now See What You’ll Need for Best Logos Performance Logos app is available for desktop, mobile, and web so in-depth Bible study is always within reach.”
Update cadence: About every 6 weeks; Checked Nov 8, 2026logos.com(opens source in a new tab); “Automatic updates and feature enhancements to your Logos apps about every 6 weeks.”
Subscription library: Up to 500 books; Checked Nov 8, 2026logos.com(opens source in a new tab); “Access to up to 500 books”
Subscriber discount: 5% off storewide; Checked Nov 8, 2026logos.com(opens source in a new tab); “Save an Extra 5% Storewide That's 5% off almost all books, courses, and more while subscribed.”