Rank #10 of 37
Gospel Library review
Sources checked 2026-08-30. We did not test the app on a device.
At a glance
Best for latter-day saint scripture and official church study material
Gospel Library is the free study app of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It joins the Bible with the Book of Mormon and other LDS texts. It also has church talks, books, music, film, notes, tags, notebooks, plans, and offline files.
Key facts
- Editorial rank
- #10 of 37
- Editorial score
- 74.1/100
- Developer
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
- Price model
- Free
- Evidence date
- 2026-08-30
Quick read
Gospel Library in plain English
Gospel Library is the Church's free app for text and study. It has the Bible, Book of Mormon, and other LDS works. The wider shelf adds church talks, books, music, and film. Notes, tags, notebooks, links, marks, and plans sort study. Bible text and media can be saved for offline use. Apps run on iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, and Apple Vision. A Church account can sync notes, notebooks, and plan steps.
Those faith notes and app acts stay tied to an account. All study books reflect the Church's own texts and views. There is no open book store or AI chat tool. No native Windows or Linux app appears in the pages. The app is free and was kept up to date in 2026. Gospel Library ranks ninth in the full app list. It best fits Latter-day Saint users in the Church system.
Original synthesis
Who should choose Gospel Library?
Gospel Library is the category winner for Latter-day Saint users. Its library, notes, and offline tools are mature. It ranks lower in a general Bible comparison because its canon, teaching resources, and account ecosystem serve one Church tradition.
What the sources show
- A large official library joins scripture, conference messages, manuals, music, and video.
- Notes, tags, notebooks, links, highlights, and study plans support structured personal study.
- Content downloads for offline use.
- iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, and Apple Vision compatibility are documented.
Limits to know first
- The canon and teaching library are specific to Latter-day Saint doctrine.
- It is not a neutral cross-publisher Bible comparison app.
- No AI, Windows, Linux, watch, TV, or car interface is documented.
- Account sync connects religious notes and reading activity to a Church account.
Plain definitions
Three terms in this review
LDS standard works means the Bible, Book of Mormon, Doctrine and Covenants, and Pearl of Great Price in Latter-day Saint use.
Study notebook means an account-synced collection of notes, tags, links, and highlighted passages.
Official Church library means scripture and teaching material selected and published by one Church organization.
For example, a member can download a Bible chapter, Book of Mormon passage, General Conference message, and hymn, link them in a notebook, add tags, and continue offline. The result is coherent inside the LDS library rather than a comparison of independent traditions.
Original scoring data
Why Gospel Library scores 74.1/100
| Criterion | Weight | Score | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading and translations | 15% | 7.8/10 | 11.7 points |
| Cross-platform and sync | 15% | 7.8/10 | 11.7 points |
| Study, search, and notes | 15% | 7.8/10 | 11.7 points |
| Offline text and audio | 15% | 8.8/10 | 13.2 points |
| AI usefulness and citations | 10% | 0/10 | 0.0 points |
| Plans, habits, and community | 10% | 8.8/10 | 8.8 points |
| Usability and accessibility | 10% | 8.5/10 | 8.5 points |
| Price, privacy, support, and updates | 10% | 8.5/10 | 8.5 points |
| Total | 100% | 74.1/100 |
Score note. Initial 2026 baseline. Google Play was updated August 26, 2026, which supports strong upkeep credit. See how we score each app.
Reading and translations
What the reader and catalog cover
Gospel Library includes the Bible inside the broader LDS standard works and Church library. Readers can follow cross-references and linked Church material, but should not expect the independent translation range of a general Bible platform.
Proof for this section: Gospel Library app overview. Checked 2026-08-30.
- Bible, Book of Mormon, and other LDS standard works
- General Conference, manuals, magazines, music, and video
- Notes, tags, notebooks, links, and highlights
- Study plans and progress
- Offline downloads and account continuity
Study, search, and AI
Study tools and proof
Notes, tags, notebooks, links, highlights, manuals, and conference messages make the app useful for organized study. All secondary material reflects the Church's own teaching and canon.
Proof for this section: Gospel Library Android user guide. Checked 2026-08-30.
Audio and offline use
What works with no internet
Scripture, music, talks, and video can be downloaded where available. This gives the app strong offline depth for its intended community. No AI assistant is documented.
Proof for this section: Gospel Library on the App Store. Checked 2026-08-30.
Documented limitations
- LDS-specific canon and editorial scope.
- No independent commentary marketplace.
- No AI assistant.
- No native Windows or Linux edition in the reviewed records.
Devices and continuity
Device support and sync
iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac compatibility, and Apple Vision are listed. A Church account carries personal study data. Windows and Linux are not part of the reviewed native app set.
Cost and privacy
Cost and data use
The service is free. Account sync stores religious notes and activity with the Church service under its global privacy notice, a material consideration even without ads or purchases.
The app and its official Church library are free.
A Church account can sync personal notes and study material. The organization publishes a global privacy notice covering identity, service activity, and user choices. The app's religious context makes saved annotations sensitive even when the service is free.
Two different numbers
Our score and the store score
Our 74.1/100 score comes from our public rules and the proof on this page. A store score comes from users in one store and country. For example, Google Play may show a new score when more people vote. Scores may also vary by country or device. We do not use store scores in our own score.
We did not save a store score for this app. Use the links above to see its score now. This does not change our score.
Source record
Official evidence checked on 2026-08-30
Every changing product claim in this review is bounded by the records below. Store descriptions and privacy labels are publisher declarations. They prove what was published, not how every device behaves.
- Gospel Library app overviewThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints · official product page
Library, platforms, notes, study, media, downloads, and free access
Open source - Gospel Library Android user guideThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints · official help page
Downloads, annotations, notebooks, plans, sync, and settings
Open source - Gospel Library on the App StoreApple · official store listing
Apple devices, functions, updates, and privacy label
Open source - Gospel Library on Google PlayGoogle · official store listing
Android functions, August 2026 update, and data safety
Open source - Global privacy noticeThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints · official privacy policy
Identity, account, service activity, transfers, and user rights
Open source
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