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Bible.is
Bible.is, produced by Faith Comes By Hearing, gives listeners access to high-quality dramatized audio Scripture recordings in more than 2,600 languages. Users can download recordings for offline listening, search passages across languages, bookmark and highlight text, build custom playlists, and share Scripture with others via social media. The app also includes word-for-word Gospel Films about the life of Jesus in over 700 languages.
The app is free and designed for anyone who wants to hear the Bible in their heart language, including those with limited literacy. It serves Bible translators, missionaries, and everyday believers worldwide. A browser-based version is also available at live.bible.is.
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Our verdict
Bible.is, from the nonprofit Faith Comes By Hearing, does something no other app on this list attempts: it puts Scripture, much of it dramatized with a voice cast, music, and sound effects, into more than 2,600 languages, entirely for free. For missionaries, immigrants, and anyone whose heart language isn't English, that reach is close to miraculous.
The core experience is strong. Audio downloads for offline listening, playlists you can build and share, and Gospel films in hundreds of languages make it a serious study and evangelism tool. The dramatized narration in particular brings the text to life in a way flat, single-voice readings can't.
Where it lags is polish. The English-language interface feels dated next to Dwell, reading plans are thin, and there's little of the ambient music or curated mood content newer apps lean on. But judged on its mission, the widest possible access to the spoken Word at zero cost, Bible.is is very hard to beat.
How we scored it
Standout features
2,600+ languages
Audio Scripture in more languages than any other app.
Dramatized audio
Full voice cast, music, and sound effects bring the text alive.
Offline downloads
Save any version to listen without a connection.
Gospel films
Word-for-word films on Jesus' life in about 700 languages.
Shareable playlists
Create and share your own collections of passages.
Always free
No ads, subscriptions, or in-app purchases.
Pros & cons
✓ Pros
- Audio Scripture in 2,600+ languages, unmatched global reach
- Dramatized narration with a full cast, music, and sound effects
- Completely free with no ads or paywall, backed by a nonprofit
- Offline downloads for any version you choose
- Gospel films and shareable playlists built in
– Cons
- English interface feels dated next to modern apps
- Reading plans and curated content are minimal
- No ambient background music or mood-based listening
Best for
Anyone who needs Scripture in a specific or non-English language, and listeners who love free, dramatized audio with offline access.
Look elsewhere if
You want a sleek, modern interface with ambient music and deep, curated reading plans.
Pricing
How it compares
| Bible.is | Dwell | Through the Word | Daily Audio Bible | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our score | 7.9 | 8.8 | 8.6 | 8.1 |
| Price | Free | $59.99/yr | Free | Free |
| Languages / versions | 2,600+ languages | 7+ (Eng + Spanish) | English | 10+ editions |
| Narration | Dramatized cast | 12 voices | Guided teaching | Single host |
| Offline listening | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
FAQ
Is Bible.is really free?
Yes, completely. It's produced by the nonprofit Faith Comes By Hearing with no ads or subscriptions.
How many languages does it support?
More than 2,600 languages of audio Scripture, plus Gospel films in about 700 languages.
Is the audio dramatized?
Many versions are fully dramatized with a voice cast, music, and sound effects; others are single-voice readings.
Can I download for offline use?
Yes, you can download your chosen version for offline listening and study.
Does it work in English with common translations?
Yes, popular English versions are available alongside the thousands of other languages.
