App snapshot
STEP Bible is a study and reference application created by Tyndale House for iPhone. It’s built to serve a wide audience, from casual readers to students and pastors, and makes in-depth scriptural study more approachable by putting original Greek and Hebrew definitions just a tap away.
Primary advantages
- Completely free to use, with no advertisements or paid upgrades.
- Direct access to lexical notes and original-language meanings for Hebrew and Greek.
- Ships with the English Standard Version set as the default translation.
- Offers the Chinese Union Version now, with additional translations and languages planned.
- Developed and supported by Tyndale House, a respected academic center in Cambridge.
- Designed for convenient reading and research on iPhone devices.
Translation and language support
The app defaults to the English Standard Version for readability and study, while also providing the Chinese Union Version. The team intends to widen the translation options over time, so users can expect more languages and editions to be added in future updates.
Data provenance and pricing
All content and underlying data come from Tyndale House Cambridge, an institution focused on biblical languages, history, and culture. STEP Bible is offered at no cost and does not contain in-app purchases or ads, making it easy to use without interruption.
Who will benefit most
STEP Bible is a practical tool for anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of Scripture—students, teachers, clergy, and lifelong learners will find its original-language features and reference material especially useful.
Suggested alternative
Toca Life World: Create & Explore Your Story! — available for free and recommended for users seeking a very different, creative app experience.
Technical
- iPhone
- Free