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Free to start. Ready in minutes. Works entirely offline with most features. Pick your platform below and you'll be projecting scripture before Sunday.

Current release  v1.0.5  · Released June 2026

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macOS · Intel

For older Intel-based Macs

Version1.0.5
FileBerean-1.0.5-mac-x64.dmg
Size909 MB

Requirements

  • macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or later
  • Intel 64-bit processor
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In every download

Free to start. Better when you grow.

Every download includes the full Starter tier plus a 14-day trial of Ministry features — no card needed.

Always Free

Starter Tier

Core features for every church, with no time limit.

  • Real-time verse detection
  • 3 Bible translations (KJV, NKJV, NIV)
  • Basic theme customisation
  • 40 min/week transcription
  • Full offline mode
14-Day Trial

Ministry Tier Preview

Try every premium feature free for two weeks.

  • All 6 Bible translations
  • Full theme designer + unlimited custom themes
  • NDI broadcast output
  • Unlimited transcription
  • AI Sermon Notes & export
  • Analytics dashboard
No credit card required. After 14 days, Berean continues as the free Starter tier — nothing is charged automatically.

Installation guide

Up and running in five steps.

1

Download the .dmg file

Choose Apple Silicon or Intel above, then click the download button. Your browser will save the file to your Downloads folder.

2

Open the installer

Double-click Berean-1.0.5-mac-arm64.dmg in your Downloads folder to mount the disk image.

3

Drag to Applications

In the installer window, drag the Berean icon into the Applications folder shortcut.

If you see a security warning on first launch, right-click Berean in Applications and select Open.
4

Grant microphone access

Berean will ask for microphone permission when you first run a session. Approve it in System Settings → Privacy & Security.

5

Connect your display and go

Plug in your projector or external display, select it as the Berean output, and you're ready to preach.

1

Download the installer

Click Download for Windows above. Your browser saves Berean-1.0.5-win.exe to your Downloads folder.

2

Run the installer

Double-click the .exe file. If Windows Defender SmartScreen appears, click "More info" then "Run anyway" — Berean is safe.

3

Follow the setup wizard

Accept the licence agreement, choose an install location, and let the wizard complete. It takes about a minute.

4

Grant microphone access

On first launch Windows will ask to allow microphone access. Select Yes — Berean needs it to detect scripture during your sermon.

5

Connect your display and go

Plug in your projector via HDMI, select it in Berean's display settings, and start your first live session.

Technical requirements

System requirements.

Berean is designed to run well even on modest hardware. Here's what you need.

Minimum

Will run
Windows OSWindows 10 64-bit
macOSmacOS 10.13 High Sierra
Processor64-bit dual-core CPU
RAM4 GB
Storage1.5 GB free
Display1280 × 720
InternetOptional (offline works)

Recommended

Best experience
Windows OSWindows 11
macOSmacOS 14 Sonoma
ProcessorApple M1+ or Intel i5-11400
RAM8 GB
Storage3 GB free
Display1920 × 1080
InternetOptional (offline works)

Before your first service

Setup checklist.

Tick each item off as you go. Everything you need before going live on Sunday.

Install Berean

  • Download the installer for your OS
  • Run the installer and open Berean
  • Grant microphone permissions

Audio Input

  • Connect microphone or audio interface
  • Select input device in Berean settings
  • Test audio levels — speak a verse

Display Output

  • Connect projector via HDMI or display port
  • Select display in Berean output settings
  • Run a test session — confirm verse appears

NDI Setup (optional)

  • Install NDI Tools on broadcast computer
  • Add Berean as NDI source in OBS / vMix
  • Verify output in broadcast software

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