Rank #28 of 37
MySword Bible review
Sources checked 2026-08-30. We did not test the app on a device.
At a glance
Best for offline android study with a large module ecosystem
MySword is a native Android study app with a web version for iPhone and Windows. It saves Bibles, study books, word books, maps, Strong's data, and notes for offline use. It also has cloud backup and phone speech. Gifts to the team can unlock more tools.
Key facts
- Editorial rank
- #28 of 37
- Editorial score
- 65.8/100
- Developer
- RiverSoft Ministry
- Price model
- Free edition with donation-linked Premium and Deluxe tiers
- Evidence date
- 2026-08-30
Quick read
MySword Bible in plain English
MySword is a native Android app with many book files. Files include Bibles, study books, word books, maps, and Strong's data. Side-by-side texts, notes, marks, search, and word data aid study. Saved books and local notes work with no web link. Android speech reads text, but made-for-app sound is not key. Cloud backup is optional and puts work on a remote server. A web version gives iPhone and Windows users some access.
That web version is not the same as a native app. The base Android app is free for all current users. Gift-based Premium and Deluxe levels add more tools. Those gift rules are much harder than a normal paid plan. Book source, style, rights, and quality can all differ. MySword now ranks twenty-second in the full app list. It best fits Android users who can manage book files.
Original synthesis
Who should choose MySword Bible?
MySword is a strong offline Android study choice for readers comfortable managing modules. It loses ground on cross-platform polish and pricing clarity. AndBible is simpler to audit as open source, while MySword offers its own mature reference ecosystem.
What the sources show
- Bibles, commentaries, dictionaries, books, maps, and Strong's modules support deep local study.
- Most study work runs offline after modules are downloaded.
- Notes, highlights, translation comparison, cloud backup, and text-to-speech are documented.
- Android 17.2 and Web 3.2 were current in July 2026.
Limits to know first
- iPhone and Windows use a browser app rather than native clients.
- Premium and Deluxe feature entitlements are tied to a complex donation model.
- No generative AI, broad audio library, community, watch, TV, or car interface is documented.
- Module sources and formatting vary.
Plain definitions
Three terms in this review
Module ecosystem means a collection of installable Bibles, commentaries, dictionaries, books, maps, and other resources from multiple sources.
Web edition means a browser-based version that can run on iOS or Windows without being a native platform app.
Donation-linked tier means a feature level unlocked according to a supporter contribution rather than a simple store subscription.
For example, an Android reader can download a Bible, commentary, and dictionary, keep them aligned, inspect Strong's entries, write notes, and use TTS offline. Cloud backup is optional. Opening MySword Web on iPhone does not provide the same native-app experience.
Original scoring data
Why MySword Bible scores 65.8/100
| Criterion | Weight | Score | Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading and translations | 15% | 8.2/10 | 12.3 points |
| Cross-platform and sync | 15% | 5.8/10 | 8.7 points |
| Study, search, and notes | 15% | 9/10 | 13.5 points |
| Offline text and audio | 15% | 9/10 | 13.5 points |
| AI usefulness and citations | 10% | 0/10 | 0.0 points |
| Plans, habits, and community | 10% | 4.5/10 | 4.5 points |
| Usability and accessibility | 10% | 6.5/10 | 6.5 points |
| Price, privacy, support, and updates | 10% | 6.8/10 | 6.8 points |
| Total | 100% | 65.8/100 |
Score note. Initial 2026 baseline using Android 17.2 and Web 3.2 records dated July 10, 2026. See how we score each app.
Reading and translations
What the reader and catalog cover
MySword builds its catalogue through downloaded modules. Translation choice can be broad, though the reader must select sources and manage files. The Web edition extends access beyond Android without becoming a native iOS or Windows app.
Proof for this section: MySword Bible. Checked 2026-08-30.
- Downloadable Bibles and reference modules
- Strong's, commentaries, dictionaries, books, maps, and comparison
- Notes, highlights, search, and cloud backup
- Android text-to-speech
- Android app and browser-based Web edition
Study, search, and AI
Study tools and proof
Commentaries, dictionaries, books, maps, Strong's numbers, parallel versions, notes, and search make the Android app a compact reference workstation. The system exposes modules rather than generating an interpretation.
Proof for this section: MySword features. Checked 2026-08-30.
Audio and offline use
What works with no internet
After download, texts, reference books, notes, and Android TTS can work offline. Cloud backup, module download, and the Web edition require a connection. Publisher-recorded audio is not the main proposition.
Proof for this section: Download MySword. Checked 2026-08-30.
Documented limitations
- Native Android only.
- Donation tiers complicate feature access.
- No AI assistant.
- Module quality and licences differ.
Devices and continuity
Device support and sync
Android is the stable native product. MySword Web targets browsers on iOS and Windows. Cloud backup protects work, but the public platform model does not equal full native synchronization across phones and computers.
Cost and privacy
Cost and data use
The free edition is useful. Premium and Deluxe features follow donation-linked rules that take more explanation than a normal price. Local use can minimize data sharing; cloud backup and Web use add account processing.
The base Android app is free. Premium and Deluxe functions depend on donation tier and renewal rules published by MySword.
Offline modules and local notes reduce server dependence. Cloud backup and the Web edition add remote storage and account processing. Users who choose privacy over continuity can keep work local, but should verify where backups are stored before enabling them.
Two different numbers
Our score and the store score
Our 65.8/100 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.
- MySword BibleMySword · official product page
Android and Web versions, current releases, offline model, and features
Open source - MySword featuresMySword · official product page
Free, Premium, Deluxe, study, notes, TTS, and backup differences
Open source - Download MySwordMySword · official product page
Android package, version, requirements, and installation
Open source - MySword Web release recordMySword · official product page
Browser access for iOS and Windows, Web limitations, and July 2026 version 3.2
Open source - MySword 17.2 release recordMySword · official help page
Current Android version date, fixes, and feature upkeep
Open source
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