JW Library vs Skybrary
JW Library
jw.org
Skybrary
skybrary.orgSide by side
| Figure | JW Library | Skybrary |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | $4.17/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 2 | 6 |
| Spec score · Reading Apps | 8.7 (#8) | 7.7 (#34) |
| Privacy | The app’s privacy page says personal choices and data such as highlights, notes, and playlists are stored only in the app and are never sent to the publisher. | The privacy policy says Skybrary complies with COPPA and uses SSL technology for authentication, data encryption, and data integrity. |
| Purpose | JW Library is designed to enhance Bible reading and deepen personal study. | Skybrary is a children’s reading app for ages 3–9 with eBooks and virtual field-trip videos. |
| Support | The Windows FAQ says a friend familiar with JW Library may help, or users can contact the nearest branch office. | Customer support is available at [email protected]. |
Plans
Skybrary
- 30-Day Free TrialFree
- SkybraryFree
- Skybrary Plus (Monthly)$6.99 a month
- Skybrary Plus (Annual)$49.99 a year
- Classroom Plan$179 a year
- School Plan$1,610 a year
In their own words
Skybrary
Skybrary is a reading app for children ages 3–9, with eBooks and virtual field-trip videos on Android, iOS, and the web. Its free plan includes 100 books, 50 adventure videos, up to five child profiles, reading progress tracking, and offline access. The paid family library offers 1,000+ handpicked books and 150+ virtual field trips. Read-aloud narration and text highlighting support reading practice, and children can save books for offline use. A Family Dashboard tracks lifetime minutes, completed books and videos, and recent favorites. Educators have dashboards, reading reports, lesson plans, roster tools, and classroom management features; school accounts can use Clever rostering and sign-in. The Classroom Plan is for classes of up to 35 students, while the School Plan supports up to 350 students and 10 classrooms. Skybrary says it does not display ads or sell student data to third parties. A 30-day trial is listed, and paid family plans start at $6.99 a month. Virtual field trips do not currently support closed captioning.