SongBeamer
5.8#35 in church presentation software$124 one-timemacOSWindows
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SongShow Plus
7.4#2 in church presentation softwareFrom $180 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebWindows
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| Fact | SongBeamer | SongShow Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Olching, Germany | Boise, Idaho, USA |
| Integrations | The download history lists CCLI SongSelect import, PowerPoint and LibreOffice Impress integration, NDI output, OSC control and MIDI control. | The Bronze subscription includes SongSelect, Planning Center Online, Shift Worship and Microsoft Bing features; the first three require separate subscriptions. |
| Media | It can play videos, use videos as song backgrounds, display live video, show slideshows, and display PDF and XPS documents. | It presents song lyrics, video, images, slideshows and audio tracks. |
| Purpose | SongBeamer is software for displaying songs, scripture, photos, videos and DVDs to a congregation for distraction-free worship. | SongShow Plus is presentation software designed for churches to display scripture, song lyrics and custom slideshows for sermon content. |
SongBeamer plans
- License for one PC$124, paid once
- License for up to 5 PCs$199, paid once
- License for 6 PCs or more (Site license)$299, paid once
SongShow Plus plans
- Workstation LicenseFree
- Bible Plug-ins$25, paid once
- Projection License$95, paid once
- Bronze Level Subscription$180 a year
- Silver Level Subscription$240 a year
- SongShow Plus 9.3 Ultra Edition$249, paid once
Pick SongBeamer if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick SongShow Plus if…
SongShow Plus may suit churches preparing presentations that combine lyrics, scripture, media, and multi-screen output. Churches considering Mobile Control or cloud services should account for the network requirement and subscription renewal terms.