CDM+
7.9#1 in church payroll softwareFrom $25 a monthAndroidiOSWebAPI
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ParishSOFT
7.6#9 in fund accounting software$250 one-timeAndroidiOSWebAPI
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| Fact | CDM+ | ParishSOFT |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting | Its accounting includes a true fund-accounting general ledger, unlimited accounts, budgeting, bank reconciliation, and customizable reporting. | ParishSOFT Accounting includes ledger and payables, payroll, purchase orders, fixed assets, consolidation, and accounts receivable features. |
| API | CDM+ provides an API for building integrations into the CDM+ Software Suite. | ParishSOFT release notes refer to an API for updating family records. |
| Purpose | CDM+ is fund-accounting and management software built for nonprofit and faith-based organizations. | ParishSOFT provides technology for Catholic parishes and dioceses, including accounting, church management, giving, websites, and streaming. |
| Security | CDM+ says most hosting facilities are SOC-2 certified and remote access is limited to Suran staff using best-practice security controls. | The company says ParishSOFT Giving is PCI compliant and uses SSL certificates, encryption, intrusion detection, and transaction security. |
| Support | Every plan includes introductory training, and CDM+ offers phone, online, and in-person training plus online documentation and videos. | ParishSOFT provides a support ticket option and an online help center covering Family Suite, Accounting, diocesan products, websites, and online giving. |
CDM+ plans
- CDM+ Essentials$25 a month
- CDM+ Starter$25 a month
- CDM+ Grow 1$50 a month
- CDM+ Grow 2$75 a month
- CDM+ Core$100 a month
- CDM+ Choice$50 a month
ParishSOFT plans
- ParishSOFT Giving Consulting Plan$250, paid once
- Family Suite Guided Consulting Plan$900, paid once
- ParishSOFT Accounting Basic Consulting Plan$1,700, paid once
- Family Suite Basic Consulting Plan$1,700, paid once
- ParishSOFT Accounting Standard Consulting Plan$3,200, paid once
- Family Suite Standard Consulting Plan$3,200, paid once
Pick CDM+ if…
CDM+ is aimed at nonprofit and faith-based organizations that need fund accounting and management tools. It may suit organizations that also need clergy payroll, online invoice payments, or mobile receipt submission.
Pick ParishSOFT if…
ParishSOFT suits Catholic parishes, dioceses, schools, and ministry organizations managing records, finances, giving, or ministry activities. Its listed platforms and Family Suite functions also suit organizations coordinating religious education and ministry schedules.