ChurchCMS
8.3#2 in church event management softwareFrom $290 a yearFree planAndroidWebAPISelf-hosted
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KingdomERP
7.9#4 in church event management softwareFrom 3,000 ZMW a yearFree planAndroidiOSWeb
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| Fact | ChurchCMS | KingdomERP |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | Attendance supports QR-coded photo ID cards, instant scanning, absence alerts, reports, child check-in and manual overrides. | Attendance includes QR-code self check-in and a children's ministry register. |
| Communications | Communication features include push, SMS and in-app messages, targeted announcements, birthday and anniversary greetings and daily scripture. | Communication tools include bulk SMS, email campaigns, in-app notifications and automated birthday greetings. |
| Events | Event management includes a shared calendar, registration, reminders, ministry groups, bulletins and Sunday-school registers. | The events module publishes events, collects registrations, manages capacity and sends automated reminders. |
| Member management | Its CRM includes searchable member profiles, family relationships, giving and attendance history, messaging, and printable QR membership cards. | Member records support profiles, family relationships, baptism history, roles, documents and membership cards. |
| Security | Official material states SSL support, bcrypt password hashing, managed-hosting backups and security monitoring; it also claims GDPR-oriented data ownership. | The privacy policy describes password hashing, role-based access control, session security and audit logging; it says church member and visitor data is not sold to third parties. |
| Support | Support is offered through email and WhatsApp, GitHub discussions/issues and optional installation or managed-hosting services. | KingdomERP advertises support through email, WhatsApp and online assistance. |
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
KingdomERP plans
- FreeFree
- Starter3,000 ZMW a year
- Standard6,000 ZMW a year
- Pro8,000 ZMW a year
- Enterprise12,000 ZMW a year
- CustomPriced on request
Pick ChurchCMS if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick KingdomERP if…
KingdomERP suits ministries seeking one platform for member administration, finances, attendance, communications, and courses. The free plan is limited to 50 members, 1 branch, and 3 staff.