Planning Center
8.4#1 in church event management softwareFrom $15 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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What both publish
| Fact | Planning Center | Synq |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | The integrations directory includes services such as BoxCast, Checkr, Mailchimp, PraiseCharts, SongSelect, Zapier, Clearstream and ProPresenter; most connections are maintained by third parties. | The maker says concierge migration can move records from Planning Center, Pushpay, Mailchimp, and other tools. |
| Security | Planning Center states it is SOC 2 Type 2 certified and PCI Level One compliant, encrypts data in transit and at rest, and uses a multilayered backup strategy. | The security page lists encryption in transit and at rest, role-based access, an immutable audit log, SSO, and per-church data isolation. |
Planning Center plans
- PeopleFree
- ServicesFree
- Services FreeFree
- CalendarFree
- Services 20$15 a month
- Services 50$32 a month
Synq plans
- Growth$49 a month
- Founding Member$199 a month
- Standard$299 a month
Pick Planning Center if…
Planning Center suits churches looking for tools spanning membership, worship services, groups, events, and donations. Its products are described as suitable for churches of any size, from small neighborhood congregations to those with multiple campuses.
Pick Synq if…
Synq is aimed at SBC ministry leaders seeking church management tools for people, groups, check-in, volunteering, communications, and giving. Its mobile-ready web app supports churches using iOS or Android devices.