Parallel Plus® Bible-study app - Bible study & customization

Functions without internet connection

Pre-installed with 8 prominent English translations.

Available on smartphones

3 in portrait mode: NIV, ESV, NLT

5 in landscape mode: NASB, (N)KJV, NET, CSB, NABRE

Accessible on tablets

5 in portrait mode: NIV, ESV, NLT, NASB, (N)KJV

8 in landscape mode: NIV, ESV, NLT, NASB, (N)KJV, NET, CSB, NABRE

Features resources for biblical languages

Old Testament Hebrew and Greek: word studies; verse studies

New Testament Greek: word studies; verse studies

Personalize from a collection of over 170 versions in more than 60 languages

No cost associated (no in-app purchases)

Bible Companion: Your Sacred Study, Unlocked Offline

My experience with this Bible app has been nothing short of transformative—a humble yet profoundly powerful tool that places exhaustive scriptural access right in my pocket, without constraints or hidden costs. From the moment I opened it, I was struck by its elegant simplicity: eight pre-loaded English translations thoughtfully optimized for device orientation—NIV, ESV, and NLT greet me vertically on my phone, while landscape unleashes NASB’s precision, (N)KJV’s eloquence, NET’s clarity, CSB’s balance, and NABRE’s depth. This intentional design means study flows intuitively whether I’m commuting or settled at my desk.

But the true revelation lies in its scholarly depth. As someone who cherishes context, diving into original languages reshaped my understanding: the Old Testament Hebrew word studies uncovered linguistic nuances in Psalms, while New Testament Greek verse analysis illuminated Paul’s epistles with fresh gravity. All of this—powerfully—functions entirely offline. Whether traversing remote trails or enduring spotty Wi-Fi, scripture remained accessible. I curated my digital library seamlessly too, selecting from over 170 versions across 60 languages—all completely free, a rare gift in a landscape cluttered with paywalls.

Tablet mode elevated this further, displaying up to eight translations side by side in landscape for comparative study—a scholarly luxury typically reserved for expensive software. The zero-cost model, devoid of ads or in-app purchases, preserved focus on sacred text. This isn’t just an app; it’s a sanctuary for serious seekers and casual readers alike. If scripture matters to you, let this be your anchor: profoundly capable, effortlessly accessible, and gloriously unrestricted.

In a world of fleeting distractions, Bible Companion offers something tangible: unfettered communion with the Word.