FlockBase
6.5#14 in church payroll softwareFrom $24 a monthWebWindows
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ParishSOFT
7.6#9 in fund accounting software$250 one-timeAndroidiOSWebAPI
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| Fact | FlockBase | ParishSOFT |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting | Accounting features include fund tracking, check printing, bank reconciliations, budgets, payroll, and financial reporting that can be exported to Excel. | ParishSOFT Accounting includes ledger and payables, payroll, purchase orders, fixed assets, consolidation, and accounts receivable features. |
| Security | The pages reviewed do not state security certifications or compliance credentials. | The company says ParishSOFT Giving is PCI compliant and uses SSL certificates, encryption, intrusion detection, and transaction security. |
| Support | FlockBase describes its customer support as US-based and available by phone or email, with prompt responses. | ParishSOFT provides a support ticket option and an online help center covering Family Suite, Accounting, diocesan products, websites, and online giving. |
| Trial | The free trial lasts two weeks, requires no card, and offers sample data. | A ParishSOFT Giving product announcement states that prospective customers can start with a free 30-day trial. |
FlockBase plans
- Basic$24 a month
- Plus$39 a month
- Pro$59 a month
- Membership$139, paid once
- Accounting$169, paid once
- Combined$269, paid once
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 FlockBase if…
FlockBase is aimed at small churches seeking membership tracking and fund accounting. It may suit churches that also need contribution records, payroll, and financial reporting.
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.