Bible Gateway App
Bible Gateway App: A free mobile Bible app with broad translation access and optional study tools. Ranked #6 of 57 in Religious and Spiritual Apps by our editors (8.8/10); pricing: Free plan · paid from $6.99/mo · 7-day trial; best for bible readers wanting many translations and audio.
At a glance
- Editor score8.8 / 10
- PricingFree plan · paid from $6.99/mo · 7-day trial
- Best forBible readers wanting many translations and audio
- Free planYes
- Paid from$6.99/mo
- Scripture libraryBible
- Founded1993
- Facts checked5 Oct 2026
Where it wins
- Read from more than 200 Bible translations and listen to audio Bibles
- Free accounts can highlight verses, save favorites, and sync notes
- Tablet users can compare two Bible versions side by side
Where it doesn't
- Available on mobile platforms only: iOS and Android
- Side-by-side comparison is limited to tablets
- Premium study resources and ad-free reading require Plus
Our verdict on Bible Gateway App
Bible Gateway App brings Bible reading and audio to iOS and Android, with access to more than 200 translations and a Verse of the Day. It suits readers who want multiple versions in one mobile app, as well as people who listen to scripture or keep personal notes. With a free account, readers can highlight verses, write synced notes, save favorites, and share passages. It is focused on Bible access and study rather than guided meditation, so readers looking for broader spiritual practices may prefer a different kind of app.
The free tier covers core reading and listening, while Bible Gateway Plus adds premium study resources, including study Bibles and commentaries, and removes ads from reading. According to the published plans, Plus costs $6.99 per month or $69.99 per year, and the app page advertises a 7-day free trial. The annual option is a lower effective monthly cost for readers who expect to keep the subscription; the monthly plan avoids a yearly commitment. Pricing may differ by region. The upgrade is most relevant to readers who want study material alongside the text or prefer an ad-free reading experience.
Its platform fit is deliberately mobile: the app is available for iOS and Android, and two-version side-by-side comparison is available on tablets. That makes it a practical choice for personal reading, listening, and study across translations, but it is not a desktop or web reading tool. Choose it if translation breadth, audio, and synced personal notes matter; consider another option if you need computer access or a broader set of spiritual features. The app's strengths center on scripture itself rather than guided meditation or a wider community experience.
Bible Gateway App pricing
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Bible Gateway App fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $6.99/mo |
| Scripture library | Bible |
| Audio content | Yes |
| Guided meditation | No |
| Available languages | 15 |
| Offline access | Not verified |
| Community features | Yes |
| Free trial | 7 days |
| Money-back guarantee | 5 days |
| Deployment | Mobile |
| Platforms | iOS, Android |
| Support | Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Free plan · paid from $6.99/mo · 7-day trial (source) |
| Website | biblegateway.com |
| Facts checked | 5 Oct 2026 |
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