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Bible Gateway vs Tithely Church App

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Bible Gateway

Religion

Free online Bible access with multiple translations and reading tools

From
Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
Tithely Church App logo

Tithely Church App

Religion

All-in-one app for church giving and engagement

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Bible Gateway study Bibles, commentaries and dictionaries all require Plus at $6.99 a month or $69.99 a year; Tithely Church App all Access plan at $119/month may be expensive for small churches
  • They diverge on capability: Bible Gateway covers Multiple Translations, Tithely Church App covers Mobile Giving.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Bible Gateway and Tithely Church App actually diverge.

Attributes where Bible Gateway and Tithely Church App differ
AttributeBible GatewayTithely Church App
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
PlatformsWeb, IOS, AndroidIOS, Android
Founded19932013

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Religion).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Bible Gateway

  • Multiple Translations
  • Verse Comparison
  • Search
  • Reading Plans
  • Social Sharing
  • Mobile App
  • API Access
  • Web support

Only in Tithely Church App

  • Mobile Giving
  • Announcements
  • Event Calendar
  • Member Directory
  • Payment Processing
  • Church Management
  • Push Notifications

Both cover

  • Email Integration
  • IOS support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Bible Gateway

  • Reading and comparing across more than 70 Bible translationsnot Tithely Church App
  • Personal notes, highlights and bookmarksnot Tithely Church App
  • Reading plans and daily devotionalsnot Tithely Church App
  • Study Bibles and commentaries on the Plus subscriptionnot Tithely Church App
  • Original language work through the NIV Reverse Interlinearnot Tithely Church App

Tithely Church App

  • Church online giving and donation managementnot Bible Gateway
  • Religious organization membership trackingnot Bible Gateway
  • Volunteer management for congregationsnot Bible Gateway
  • Service planning and worship coordinationnot Bible Gateway
  • Church website hosting and custom appsnot Bible Gateway

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Bible Gateway

  • Study Bibles, commentaries and dictionaries all require Plus at $6.99 a month or $69.99 a year
  • The free tier carries advertising, removed only on Plus
  • The free account covers translations, notes and reading plans but no reference works

Tithely Church App

  • All Access plan at $119/month may be expensive for small churches
  • Free giving tier includes transaction fees (2.9% + $0.30 for cards)
  • 30-day trial requires commitment to evaluate all features
  • No enterprise pricing tier listed for large organizations

Pricing, plan by plan

Bible Gateway

Free
  • Free AccountFree
    • Highlight verses
    • Save favorites
    • Take notes
  • Bible Gateway Plus$5/month
    • 70+ trusted Bible study resources
    • Access beside every passage
    • Annual pricing under $5/month

Tithely Church App

Free
  • Giving ToolsFree
    • Online giving
    • Mobile giving
    • Text-to-give
  • Church Management$72/month
    • Digital giving solution
    • Membership management
    • Event management
  • All Access$119/month
    • Giving platform
    • Church management
    • Custom apps

Which should you pick?

Choose Bible Gateway if

  • You need multiple translations.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, IOS, Android.
  • You also want verse comparison.
Bible Gateway review

Choose Tithely Church App if

  • You need mobile giving.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on IOS, Android.
  • You also want announcements.
Tithely Church App review

Questions people ask

Is Bible Gateway or Tithely Church App better?
Neither clearly leads. Bible Gateway starts at Free and Tithely Church App at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Bible Gateway or Tithely Church App?
Bible Gateway starts at Free and Tithely Church App at Free.
Does Bible Gateway or Tithely Church App run on more platforms?
Bible Gateway runs on Web, IOS, Android. Tithely Church App runs on IOS, Android.
Can I use Bible Gateway for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Bible Gateway best used for?
Bible Gateway is most often used for reading and comparing across more than 70 bible translations, personal notes, highlights and bookmarks, reading plans and daily devotionals, study bibles and commentaries on the plus subscription. Of those, reading and comparing across more than 70 bible translations and personal notes, highlights and bookmarks are not what Tithely Church App is typically brought in for.
What can Bible Gateway do that Tithely Church App cannot?
Bible Gateway covers Multiple Translations, Verse Comparison, Search, Reading Plans. Tithely Church App covers Mobile Giving, Announcements, Event Calendar, Member Directory. Both handle Email Integration, IOS support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Bible Gateway: How much does Bible Gateway Plus cost?

Less than $5 per month when billed annually; promotional pricing was available through September 14.

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Tithely Church App: Does Tithely offer a free giving option?

Yes, Tithely's Giving Tools tier is completely free with no monthly or setup fees. Donations via credit/debit card are charged 2.9% + $0.30, ACH transfers are 1% + $0.30, and American Express is 3.5% + $0.30.

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Bible Gateway: Is there a free version of Bible Gateway?

Yes, free account available that enables highlighting verses, saving favorites, and taking notes for future reference.

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Tithely Church App: What is included in Tithely's All Access plan?

The All Access plan at $119/month includes all products: giving, church management, custom apps, websites, service planning, volunteer management, background checks, kids check-in, and email/text messaging. The price is a flat rate regardless of church growth.

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Tithely Church App: Do Tithely's paid plans include a trial period?

Yes, all paid plans include a 30-day free trial. No credit card is required to start with the free giving tier.

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Tithely Church App: What are Tithely's individual product prices?

Individual products available separately: Website at $19/month, Mobile Church App at $89/month, and Service Planning/Worship Tools at $29/month. The All Access plan at $119/month bundles all products for significant savings.

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