ESV Bible

Dig into God’s Word with reading plans, streaming audio, and study tools.

The ESV Bible app allows you to easily read, study, and engage with God’s Word wherever you go, making it the best possible Bible reading experience for your phone or tablet.

Listen to Scripture with audio Bibles and meditate on God’s Word with instrumental background music. Customize your experience with a wide variety of reading plans and thematic playlist options, helping you make daily Bible reading a habit every day.

READ THE BIBLE WHEREVER YOU GO

• Toggle display options to a streamlined, distraction-free reader's mode

• Search tools allow you to quickly search the Bible by reference, keyword, or phrase

• Quick access to cross-references

LISTEN AND MEDITATE

• Listen to the Bible read aloud by acclaimed Christian artists, pastors, and Bible teachers

• Voices include Kristyn Getty, Ray Ortlund, Jackie Hill Perry, Michael Reeves, and more

• Instrumental background music to help you meditate as you listen

• A diverse selection of musical styles, artists, and genres

• Individual volume controls allow you to adjust the music and Bible audio separately

MAKE A HABIT OF BIBLE READING

• Choose from over 50 Bible reading plans

• One-year, devotional, and topical plans offer a wide variety of options to fit your lifestyle and reading goals

DIVE DEEPER INTO GOD’S WORD

• Access the ESV Global Study Bible for free

• Subscribe to unlock a full library of study resources, including the ESV Study Bible, ESV Archaeology Study Bible, Preaching the Word commentary series, ESV Expository Commentary series, and more

ENGAGE WITH SCRIPTURE

• Record your personal reflections using the easy-to-use notes feature

• Highlight and bookmark favorite portions of Scripture

• All content saved via a free account is synced with ESV.org—giving you access to personal notes, bookmarks, and highlights from any device

• Adjust dozens of layout and text settings including font size, red letter, background color, and more

UNLOCK PREMIUM FEATURES

• Access to the full range of study Bibles, commentaries, and playlists available online and in the app

• Over 50 playlists compile thematic verses to guide you through a particular mood, topic, or season

Deepen your time in God’s Word with customizable study and audio features available with the ESV Bible app. Download for free today!

What's New in the Latest Version 5.1.3