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A free and open-source offline Bible study app for Android with commentaries, interlinear text, note-taking, and study documents.
Our verdict
AndBible is a quiet standout in the free, open-source world. Built on the SWORD library, it packs an impressive amount of study capability into an Android app that contains no ads, no tracking, and no paywalls. You can download dozens of translations, commentaries, dictionaries, and original-language resources, then study them entirely offline.
For a free app, the study workflow is surprisingly rich. Split screens let you compare translations or read a commentary beside the text, Strong's numbers and interlinear tools support real word study, and features like study pads and reading plans round it out. Because it's community-driven and open source, it's also transparent and privacy-respecting in a way commercial apps rarely match.
The trade-offs are real: it's Android-only, the interface is more functional than beautiful, and there's no official iPhone version or cloud sync. Newcomers may need a little patience to configure their modules. But for Android users who want serious, private, offline Bible study for free, AndBible is one of the best-kept secrets in the category.
How we scored it
Standout features
Free & open source
No ads, no tracking, no paywalls.
Offline library
Download translations and resources to study anywhere.
Original languages
Strong's numbers and interlinear word study.
Split screen
Compare translations or read commentary alongside text.
Study pads
Keep notes and journal your study.
Privacy-first
Community-built and respectful of your data.
Pros & cons
✓ Pros
- Completely free and open source with no ads
- Rich offline study with downloadable resources
- Strong's numbers and interlinear original-language tools
- Split-screen comparison and study pads
- Privacy-respecting and community-driven
– Cons
- Android-only with no official iPhone version
- Interface is functional rather than polished
- No cloud sync; setup can be fiddly for newcomers
Best for
Android users who want a free, private, fully offline study app with real original-language and comparison tools.
Look elsewhere if
You use an iPhone, want cloud sync across devices, or prefer a highly polished commercial interface.
Pricing
How it compares
| AndBible | e-Sword | Blue Letter Bible | STEP Bible | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our score | 7.8 | 8.0 | 8.6 | 8.2 |
| Free access | 9.8 | 8.8 | 9.8 | 9.8 |
| Offline | 9.0 | 9.2 | 7.5 | 8.5 |
| Original languages | 8.0 | 8.2 | 9.2 | 9.3 |
| Design & UX | 6.8 | 6.5 | 8.0 | 7.5 |
FAQ
Is AndBible free?
Yes, entirely. It's open source with no ads, subscriptions, or in-app purchases.
Is there an iPhone version?
No. AndBible is Android-only; iPhone users will need a different app.
Does it work offline?
Yes. Once you download resources, study works fully offline.
Does it have Greek and Hebrew tools?
Yes. It supports Strong's numbers and interlinear original-language study.
Does it sync across devices?
There's no cloud sync; it's designed as a local, on-device study app.
