Looking for a Blue Letter Bible alternative?
Midvash is Bible & Devotional: a short daily devotional and a modern study Bible, on the web and in the app (iOS and Android), for readers who want serious study without a dated interface.
Blue Letter Bible has been a faithful tool for verse-by-verse study for years. This page is an honest comparison so you can pick the right tool for your study.
Blue Letter Bible is a deeply respected free study site, especially loved for its Strong’s Concordance integration, original-language tools, and verse-by-verse commentary collection. It’s a powerful resource, and free. We’re not here to claim we replace its depth in original-language work. What we built is different: a modern, fast study Bible on the web with 100+ versions, the original Greek and Hebrew texts, cross-references inline, a curated dictionary, character studies, and theology terms, plus Rabbi, a Bible chat that answers in the context of the passage (with Midvash Pro). On Midvash, you also get a short daily devotional, on the web or in the app. If you live in Strong’s numbers and Greek/Hebrew parsing, Blue Letter Bible likely remains your home. If you want a cleaner reading experience with broader study aids, Midvash may serve you better.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Midvash | Blue Letter Bible |
|---|---|---|
| Bible versions | 100+ versions | ~30, mostly English |
| Strong’s Concordance | Greek and Hebrew lexicon | Deep integration |
| Greek / Hebrew interlinear | Word by word, with Strong’s (Pro) | Yes |
| Verse-by-verse commentaries | Selected, modern + public domain | Large public-domain library |
| Modern reading UX | Distraction-free reader | Dated layout |
| Bible dictionary | Full curated | Older dictionaries |
| Character studies | Major biblical figures | Encyclopedia entries |
| Theology terms | Curated glossary | Not available |
| Cross-references | Inline | Available, click-through |
| Gospel harmony | Synoptic side-by-side | Not available |
| Bible atlas | Maps and photos of biblical places | Basic maps |
| Search by meaning | Finds verses even without the same words | Keyword search |
| Rabbi (Bible chat) | With Pro | Not available |
| Reading plans | Yes, on the web and in the app | Yes |
| Sign-up required | Not to read | No (also) |
| Daily devotional | Guided, on the web and in the app | Classic devotional readings |
| Shareable URLs | Every verse, term, character | Verse + tool links |
| Modern UX, web and apps | Web, iOS, and Android | Functional but dated |
When Blue Letter Bible is the better choice
- •You study with Strong’s Concordance and original-language tools every session.
- •You want a deep library of public-domain verse-by-verse commentaries.
- •You’re comfortable with the existing BLB interface.
- •You teach or preach and need original-language word studies.
When Midvash might serve you better
- You want a modern, clean reading experience.
- You want a curated theology glossary and character studies built in.
- You prefer cross-references inline rather than separate tool windows.
- You want Rabbi, a Bible chat that answers in the context of the passage (with Midvash Pro).
- You want a short daily devotional and a full study Bible in your language, on the web or in the app.
Our posture
Blue Letter Bible has discipled generations of serious students. We honor that. Midvash sits next to it: a modern study Bible and a daily devotional, on the web and in the app, for readers who don’t live in Strong’s numbers. Use whichever helps you abide in the Word.
“Open my eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of Your law.”
Frequently asked questions
Does Midvash have Strong’s Concordance?
Yes, a Strong’s lexicon for Greek and Hebrew on the web. Blue Letter Bible’s integration with original-language tools still runs deeper.
How much does Midvash cost?
The Bible, the daily devotional, audio, highlights and favorites are free forever, and reading needs no account. Highlights and favorites only need a free account. Midvash Pro unlocks four things: notes, Rabbi (the Bible chat), the original Greek and Hebrew (interlinear with Strong’s), and Your daily study on the devotional passage. It costs $49.99 per year or $7.99 per month, with no free trial. The dictionary, theology, characters, cross-references and commentaries are open too.
How are commentaries in Midvash?
A curated selection of public-domain and modern commentaries, presented inline. Blue Letter Bible has a larger public-domain catalog.
Do I need an account?
Not to read. Like Blue Letter Bible, you can read and use the dictionary and cross-references without signing up. Favorites and highlights need an account. Notes, Rabbi (the Bible chat) and the original Greek and Hebrew are part of Midvash Pro.
Does Midvash work in non-English languages?
Yes. There are 100+ versions in the major languages, with a localized reader and study tools, plus the original Greek and Hebrew texts. Blue Letter Bible is primarily English.
Can I use Midvash offline?
Yes, in the iOS and Android apps, which read the Bible offline and bring the daily devotional.
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