Evant
6.3#15 in church text messaging softwareFrom $1.50 a monthWeb
VisitEvant vs Shepherding Connections
Shepherding Connections
7.2#3 in church text messaging softwareFrom $29 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Evant | Shepherding Connections |
|---|---|---|
| Messaging | Listed capabilities include two-way mass messaging, broadcast messaging, keyword triggers, scheduled messaging, and targeted messaging. | It supports SMS announcements, two-way texting, automated visitor welcome sequences, call forwarding, and keyword auto-responses. |
| Security | The privacy policy says Evant uses technical and organizational security measures to protect data from unauthorized access, accidental loss, and improper use or disclosure. | The maker says data is transmitted over HTTPS/TLS, encrypted at rest with AES-256, and isolated by church at the database layer. |
| Support | Evant says new users can use tutorial videos and its team is available around the clock for questions. | The documentation says support messages receive a reply within one business day. |
Evant plans
- Basic Plan$18 a year
- Occasional-Use$20 a month
- Starter$27 a month
- Basic Plan$29 a month
- Standard Plan$49 a year
- Established$55 a month
Shepherding Connections plans
- Free ForeverFree
- Small Church$29 a month
- Medium Church$49 a month
- Large Church$99 a month
- Unlimited$199 a month
Pick Evant if…
It suits nonprofit, academic, event-planning, and community leaders who need SMS communication and RSVP management. Organizers should account for required platform approval and US A20-10DLC registration before sending messages.
Pick Shepherding Connections if…
It suits pastors, elders, and deacons who need to coordinate visitor follow-up by text. Churches should note the geographic limit and that SMS requires a paid plan.