ChurchCMS
8.3#2 in church event management softwareFrom $290 a yearFree planAndroidWebAPISelf-hosted
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Faith Teams
7.4#8 in church event management softwareFrom $750 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWeb
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| Fact | ChurchCMS | Faith Teams |
|---|---|---|
| Communications | Communication features include push, SMS and in-app messages, targeted announcements, birthday and anniversary greetings and daily scripture. | The subscription includes email and 500 text messages per month; additional batches of 500 texts cost $10, and an unlimited texting option is available to apply for after using the system. |
| Giving | The giving module supports one-time and recurring donations, donor histories, statements, campaigns and multiple funds. | Giving options include the mobile app, text-to-give, an embedded website form, a kiosk, and custom signup forms. |
| Member management | Its CRM includes searchable member profiles, family relationships, giving and attendance history, messaging, and printable QR membership cards. | It provides a people and families database for contact details, membership status, notes, contributions, communications, attendance, and involvement. |
| Security | Official material states SSL support, bcrypt password hashing, managed-hosting backups and security monitoring; it also claims GDPR-oriented data ownership. | The FAQ says account information is highly encrypted, protected, and backed up. |
| Support | Support is offered through email and WhatsApp, GitHub discussions/issues and optional installation or managed-hosting services. | Support is available by phone and email, with a library of support documents and tutorial videos; the pricing page lists US-based phone and email support on paid plans. |
ChurchCMS plans
- Self-HostedFree
- Self-Host It YourselfFree
- Managed Hosting Monthly$29 a month
- Managed Hosting$29 a month
- Installation Service$99, paid once
- We Install It For You$99, paid once
Faith Teams plans
- Faith Teams with Community+ — Free AccountFree
- Faith Teams with Community+ — Monthly$75 a month
- Faith Teams with Community+ — Annually$750 a year
- Faith Teams with Community+ — 3 year$7,503 a year
Pick ChurchCMS if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Faith Teams if…
Faith Teams suits small and medium-sized churches looking to manage member information, ministry tasks, and giving in one system. Churches can start with the free account for up to 100 active people or try the 10-day trial.