NIV Bible App +
A Bible study app with various tools and resources
iPhone · iPad
Quick verdict
- What it is
- The NIV Bible App provides easy-to-use Bible study tools, including devotional reading plans and audio Bibles. It offers a range of resources, including thousands of titles available for purchase and free access to videos from BibleProject.
- Best for
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- someone who wants to study the Bible
- someone who needs devotional reading plans
- At a glance
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- From $2.99/mo
- Free to download
- In-app purchases
Categories and search queries
Official categories
- Reference
- Books
AppCorpus categories
Key functions
| Function | Availability | Access | Scope | Evidence |
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| Free app | Yes | Free | — | Store published |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Limited free | — | Store published |
Screens
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Pricing & paywalls
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Shown for US
- Starter Pack Monthly — $2.99/month
- ESV Study Pack Monthly — $5.99/month
- NIV Study Pack Monthly — $5.99/month
- NIV Study Pack Monthly — $59.99/year ($4.99/mo)
- NKJV Study Pack Monthly — $5.99/month
- NLT Bible Study Pack Monthly — $5.99/month
- New Living Translation - NLT — $9.99
- NIV Bible — $0.00
- NIV Study Bible Notes — $29.99
- The Message - MSG — $11.99
Ratings & reviews
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5/5Truly Superior Tool
My gosh, I've had Olive Tree for years. Before that, I had Logos, back when it came on 3 1/2" disks. My gosh. But this isn't about Logos. It is about Olive Tree. First, an anecdote about why the NIV is my English translation of choice. It is excellent. But, perhaps even a bit edgy. In Revelation 1:3, most translations translate the Greek, "reads" as English "reads". It makes sense. After all, that is the the 1 for 1 translation. It is safe... it is bland... But the NIV translates it as "reads aloud" what??? Why? Because, if you look closely, the context demands it. Good for the NIV! Courage! Scholarship! I like having confidence in the solidity of the translation I'm using and in the hearts of those those worked on it. Glen Barker of Fuller was one... devoted scholar and Christian... he taught our adult SS class at Lake Avenue Congregational Church where I was SS leader. And where (Fuller) I had attended grad school. But, enough about the NIV. Here is why I endorse the Olive Tree bible study system. When you open the Bible, there are little numbers and letters that either give you a short sentence about the text, or take you to a picture-in-picture cross reference to another verse. You can keep clicking on these a buncha times until you are way far removed from the text. Let's talk more... if you have a 2nd translation you frequently check, you can slide it open. And... it is linked to chap and verse where you're at in the NIV or any other primary text choice. Let's talk more... Strong's links to the word you choose. It can give you lots of info... as much as Strong's, the book can. But more accurately, blinding speed faster, and cheaper than buying the page-flipping book. Let's talk more... Arndt & Gingrich (or equivalent), the same. Let's talk more... Brown, Driver, and Briggs (or equivalent) the same. To my knowledge, even tho I don't own every app, they're all linked; maps, biblical encyclopedias, etc. nice job, Olive Tree!
JWGeddis · 30 Aug 2026
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2/5Open Study Tab blocks out text at bottom of page
The app is constantly, and I mean, constantly pushing you to login if you happen to open it up and you don’t have Internet access. That sort of show you what it’s all about if you ask me. Also, the Open Study Tab at the bottom of the page when using a phone to read, blocks out a good deal of text at the bottom of page and there seems no way to remove the “Open Study Tab.” And one more thing, I don’t know why they include all the footnotes throughout the various chapters. If once you tap on the footnote to open it up, there’s nothing really there to explain what that footnote is about or why it’s even there in the first place. Perhaps I am missing something here. I do enjoy the fact that the iPad version is very easy to read, with the capability of white letters on a black background. One thing that would really be nice though as a future improvement would be if one were able to open up separate small windows inside the app, if referring to another chapter or verse, for instance, if you’re in a Bible study group and wanted to look up something in a different chapter, but not completely close the book where you were originally at in the first place.
N. Ameless · 30 Aug 2026
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4/5Pretty Good, Missing Some Important Features
The software is pretty good, but it is missing some important features. 1st, there is no way to attach anything in notes, such as of sermon/class handouts, slideshow pictures, or pictures taken with a camera. I have to use Apple's OCR Scan Text for pictures and paste the words into the notes for each sermon/class, but that still means any photos/pictures aren't included and instead I have to make a comment to view photos taken on that day to view pictures I took of handouts or slideshow. 2nd, it would be helpful if default templates could be made so new notes would start with a certain set of words and paragraphs since sermons/classes follow a pretty set format. What I have done as a workaround is I just created some notes which I copy and then paste into a new note I create for each sermon/class, but it is annoying. Other than the issue with notes listed above everything is good. I'd give the software 5/5 stars if it wasn't for the inconvenience of not being able to have attachments as that is the biggest issue.
GameTommy · 30 Aug 2026
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5/5The Better Bible App Option
Being raised on the NIV, this app is really all I need. I can add other translations as I see fit, and I do not have to be inundated with little “gods” “gospel” anymore. YouVersion breeds Selfism. What’s wrong with God’s version being the only valid version? LOL, I digress. This app is well made and functions better than any other Bible app I’ve ever used. The search feature works far greater than YouVersion’s. I often felt as if YouVersion wouldn’t display the verse I was looking for on purpose, to spend more time on the app… while the same keywords I used to find a passage or verse would work immaculately in other apps and on Google, etc. NIV Bible App takes the win in my book. Best App for Bible studying I’ve used. Logos was not user friendly and had its bugs. YouVersion wants me to idolize false teachers lol. I just want Bible and this app is just that. Everything I want and nothing I don’t. Thanks for doing it right. Stay faithful! God bless!
Dekixta · 30 Aug 2026
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5/5Steven M. Spencer
Simply a blessing! Been using now for four years. I preach at a prison four days a week, then I take the same men out and we work together. And this app is my main tool. It enables me to save my scriptures that my pastor teaches on from sermons at my church and refreshes me as I put together sermons for Monday through Thursday. I like the search capability when I am building sermons as well. I spend time with many people that are un-churched and non-scriptural if you will, So this thing is extremely helpful. That doesn’t sound very technical because when you’re out in the street, life is not technical, It is spiritual. I would like for all the people involved in this project to know that you are blessing many many folks especially myself, and all the people whose lives I am blessed to be able to touch. I would like to thank you very very much and please continue your work in Jesus name.
Bro. Stevie · 30 Aug 2026
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Accessibility
- Dark Interface — SUPPORTED Store published
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Versions
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7.18.10
Hello, Olive Tree fans! This update contains a few bug fixes. Enjoying the app? Please leave us a review. We appreciate it!
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7.18.11
Hi Olive Tree Community! We added ability to track the Verse of the Day with a lock screen widget! Also, bugs were squashed and problems were fixed. If you're enjoying the app, please leave us a review!
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7.18.5
Hi, Olive Tree fans! This is a simple update to keep you in God's Word daily. If you're enjoying the app, please consider rating the app and leaving a review. It means a lot!
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7.18.6
Hi Olive Tree Community! This update contains several bug fixes. If you're enjoying the app, please leave us a review!
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7.18.7
Hello, Olive Tree community! Just a quick update to keep things running smoothly for your Bible study time. If you're enjoying the app, please consider rating the app and leaving a review. It means a lot!
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7.18.8
Hello, Olive Tree community! Just a quick update to keep things running smoothly for your Bible study time. If you're enjoying the app, please consider rating the app and leaving a review. It means a lot!
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7.18.9
Hi, Olive Tree fans! This is a simple update to keep you in God's Word daily. If you're enjoying the app, please consider rating the app and leaving a review. It means a lot!
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8.0.0
Complete Visual Redesign – Experience our biggest visual transformation in over 7 years with a stunning new interface built around Apple’s Liquid Glass design. This new design is intended to bring greater focus to the content you’re reading. Smart Search Revolution – Ask questions in natural language and get answers in the form of relevant Bible verses. Smart Search goes beyond exact word matches to understand the meaning behind your queries, helping you find verses even when you don’t remember exact wording or translations, and discovering related passages that speak to your heart and mind.
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8.0.1
- Complete Visual Redesign – Experience our biggest visual transformation in over 7 years with a stunning new interface built around Apple’s Liquid Glass design. This new design is intended to bring greater focus to the content you’re reading. - Smart Search Revolution – Ask questions in natural language and get answers in the form of relevant Bible verses. Smart Search goes beyond exact word matches to understand the meaning behind your queries, helping you find verses even when you don’t remember exact wording or translations, and discovering related passages that speak to your heart and mind.
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8.0.10
Hello, Olive Tree fans! This update contains a few bug fixes. Enjoying the app? Please leave us a review. We appreciate it!
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8.0.11
Hello, Olive Tree fans! This update contains a few bug fixes. Enjoying the app? Please leave us a review. We appreciate it!
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8.0.12
Hello, Olive Tree fans! This update will ensure that our app works well with the latest iOS updates! Enjoying the app? Please let us a review. We appreciate it!
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8.0.13
Hello, Olive Tree fans! This update contains a few bug fixes. Enjoying the app? Please leave us a review. We appreciate it!
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8.0.14
Hi, Olive Tree community! This update is simple and contains a few bug fixes. Also, we added: - A new setting to manage Look Up results. If you're enjoying the app, please leave us a review!
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8.0.15
Hi, Olive Tree community! This update is simple and contains a few bug fixes including: - Fixed Lookup not displaying all resource types in its result list. - Fixed an issue with Full Library search not displaying expected results. If you're enjoying the app, please leave us a review!
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8.0.16
Hi, Olive Tree fans! This is a simple update to keep you in God's Word daily. If you're enjoying the app, please consider rating the app and leaving a review. It means a lot!
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8.0.17
· 13 Jul 2026
Hello, Olive Tree fans! This update contains a few bug fixes. Enjoying the app? Please leave us a review. We appreciate it!
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8.0.2
Complete Visual Redesign – Experience our biggest visual transformation in over 7 years with a stunning new interface built around Apple’s Liquid Glass design. This new design is intended to bring greater focus to the content you’re reading. Smart Search Revolution – Ask questions in natural language and get answers in the form of relevant Bible verses. Smart Search goes beyond exact word matches to understand the meaning behind your queries, helping you find verses even when you don’t remember exact wording or translations, and discovering related passages that speak to your heart and mind.
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8.0.3
Complete Visual Redesign – Experience our biggest visual transformation in over 7 years with a stunning new interface built around Apple’s Liquid Glass design. This new design is intended to bring greater focus to the content you’re reading. Smart Search Revolution – Ask questions in natural language and get answers in the form of relevant Bible verses. Smart Search goes beyond exact word matches to understand the meaning behind your queries, helping you find verses even when you don’t remember exact wording or translations, and discovering related passages that speak to your heart and mind.
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8.0.4
Complete Visual Redesign – Experience our biggest visual transformation in over 7 years with a stunning new interface built around Apple’s Liquid Glass design. This new design is intended to bring greater focus to the content you’re reading. Smart Search Revolution – Ask questions in natural language and get answers in the form of relevant Bible verses. Smart Search goes beyond exact word matches to understand the meaning behind your queries, helping you find verses even when you don’t remember exact wording or translations, and discovering related passages that speak to your heart and mind.
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8.0.5
Complete Visual Redesign – Experience our biggest visual transformation in over 7 years with a stunning new interface built around Apple’s Liquid Glass design. This new design is intended to bring greater focus to the content you’re reading. Smart Search Revolution – Ask questions in natural language and get answers in the form of relevant Bible verses. Smart Search goes beyond exact word matches to understand the meaning behind your queries, helping you find verses even when you don’t remember exact wording or translations, and discovering related passages that speak to your heart and mind.
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8.0.6
Complete Visual Redesign – Experience our biggest visual transformation in over 7 years with a stunning new interface built around Apple’s Liquid Glass design. This new design is intended to bring greater focus to the content you’re reading. Smart Search Revolution – Ask questions in natural language and get answers in the form of relevant Bible verses. Smart Search goes beyond exact word matches to understand the meaning behind your queries, helping you find verses even when you don’t remember exact wording or translations, and discovering related passages that speak to your heart and mind.
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8.0.7
Complete Visual Redesign – Experience our biggest visual transformation in over 7 years with a stunning new interface built around Apple’s Liquid Glass design. This new design is intended to bring greater focus to the content you’re reading. Smart Search Revolution – Ask questions in natural language and get answers in the form of relevant Bible verses. Smart Search goes beyond exact word matches to understand the meaning behind your queries, helping you find verses even when you don’t remember exact wording or translations, and discovering related passages that speak to your heart and mind.
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8.0.8
Hello, Olive Tree fans! This update contains a few bug fixes. Enjoying the app? Please leave us a review. We appreciate it!
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8.0.9
Hello, Olive Tree fans! This update contains a few bug fixes. Enjoying the app? Please leave us a review. We appreciate it!
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8.1.0
New: See How Biblical Words Are Translated The Strong’s popup now includes an interactive translation graph! See at a glance how any Hebrew or Greek word is translated throughout Scripture, tap a bar to explore every matching verse, and filter the results by translation. If you're enjoying the app, please leave us a review!
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8.1.1
· 25 Aug 2026
New: See How Biblical Words Are Translated The Strong’s popup now includes an interactive translation graph! See at a glance how any Hebrew or Greek word is translated throughout Scripture, tap a bar to explore every matching verse, and filter the results by translation. If you're enjoying the app, please leave us a review!
Alternatives
- ESV Bible — Same category + similar ratings
- Life Bible App — Same category + similar ratings
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Availability by market
- US
Data quality & evidence
- Page completeness
- Independent summary published
- Last verified
- 30 Aug 2026
- Sources
- App Store