| Features | SteepleMate | ChurchTrac |
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| Monthly Pricing for Unlimited People, Contacts and Guests | One System. One Price. Pro $69.99/mo |
Plus: $105/mo |
| Church Website |
Included |
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| Mobile Church App |
Included |
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| Quickbooks Online Integration |
Included |
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| Free and Unlimited 1-1 Video, Chat, and Phone Support |
Included |
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| Giving Platform & Fees |
Credit/Debit: 2.99% + $0.30 per transaction ACH: $0.50 per transaction |
Credit/Debit: 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction ACH: $1.50 instant verification + $0.25 per transaction |
*Pricing and features compared on this page are based on information available on product websites as of 2024.
When choosing a church management system, it’s crucial to select a platform that not only meets your current needs but also grows with you. SteepleMate was designed with this philosophy at its core—offering a blend of flexibility, security, and value that other systems, like ChurchTrac, struggle to match. Below, we dive into the key areas where SteepleMate excels, highlighting how it empowers your ministry in ways that go beyond the basics.
SteepleMate: Offers a full suite of specialized solutions tailored for different aspects of church management, including people management, financial stewardship, outreach, security, sermon tracking, and academic management. SteepleMate Pro even bundles all these features into one package, providing an all-encompassing solution.
ChurchTrac: While ChurchTrac provides a variety of features, it may not offer the same level of specialization across so many different areas. ChurchTrac’s features are more generalized, which may suit smaller churches but could limit larger congregations with more complex needs.
SteepleMate: Enjoy the benefits of unlimited users, people, contacts, and guests ensuring that your church can scale without worrying about additional costs or restrictions as your congregation grows.
ChurchTrac: Although it offers tiered pricing, there might be limitations on features that could restrict growth or require upgrades to more expensive plans as the church’s needs expand.
SteepleMate: Offers a variety of customizable add-ons, including on-site kiosks, billboards, secured custom domains, and pre-configured device options. This flexibility allows churches to tailor their management system to their specific needs and integrate with other technology seamlessly.
ChurchTrac: Provides some customization options but may not offer the same breadth of add-ons or hardware integration as SteepleMate.
SteepleMate: Provides unique features like SteepleMate Preach for traveling pastors and evangelists, and SteepleMate Academics for church-based educational programs. These specialized tools ensure that even the niche needs of a church are met.
ChurchTrac: While it covers the basics of church management, it may not have the same level of specialization in these areas, potentially requiring churches to seek additional software for these specific tasks.
| Feature | SteepleMate Free | SteepleMate Pro | ChurchTrac Free | ChurchTrac Plus |
| People & Guest Management |
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Up to 75 People |
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| Church Directory |
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| Online Giving |
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| Church Prayer Network |
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| Advanced Security Features: Facial Recognition, POI Monitoring | Pro Feature |
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| Dynamic Reporting & Custom Fields | Pro Feature |
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Limited |
| Academic Management for Church Schools | Pro Feature |
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| Texting + Fees | Pro Feature | Provides a dedicated 1800 number with integrated 2-way SMS and 1-way MMS, including 100 free messages monthly, then $0.0225 per message—simple, all-in-one solution. Plus, mobile app messaging is free and unlimited. |
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Offers 1-way SMS for $0.01 per message; 2-way SMS and advanced features require a separate Twilio integration, adding complexity and potential extra costs. |
*Pricing and features compared on this page are based on information available on product websites as of 2024.
