church.software vs. Tithe.ly
Move beyond basic giving & light database tools to a true shepherding platform with optional safe AI and self-hosted freedom.
Tithe.ly
$119 – $199+ / mo
Tithe.ly All-Access package fees + individual add-ons
church.software
From $45 / mo
All-inclusive liturgy, shepherding, child check-in, optional safe AI, texting, and mobile app
Why Churches Choose church.software Over Tithe.ly
A detailed breakdown of key distinctions, safe and completely optional AI, self-hosted deployment, and shepherding capabilities.
1. Deep Shepherding Tools vs. Lightweight Add-On Bundles
Tithe.ly offers a suite of basic tools bundled together under an "All-Access" tier. However, growing churches quickly outgrow its basic scheduling and care features.
church.software delivers specialized, deep capabilities: auto-calculated Sunday service timing, volunteer conflict guards, 10DLC SMS consent tracking, and intelligent setlist recommendations.
2. Safe, Biblically Grounded AI (100% Disableable) & Self-Hosted Option
Tithe.ly provides no controlled AI or self-hosted deployment options.
church.software provides integrated, privacy-first AI tools with PII de-identification and biblically aligned content guardrails:
- ✓100% Client Choice: AI is completely optional and can be turned off entirely with zero disruption to your database or workflows.
- ✓Total Data Sovereignty: Run self-hosted in your private cloud with private model endpoints.
📖 Learn more about our commitment on our AI Principles Page.
3. WebRTC Softphone, Phone Tree & Transparent $45/mo Pricing
Log calls, visits, and text messages directly onto member care timelines with interactive voice phone trees, 20+ multi-language interface support, and free white-glove database migration.
Side-by-Side Feature Matrix
| Feature / Capability | church.software | Tithe.ly |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Starting Price | $45 / mo | $119 - $199+ / mo |
| Safe, Biblically Grounded AI Tools | ✓ Built-In + PII Guardrails (100% Disableable) | ❌ Not Available |
| Self-Hosted / BYO-LLM Option | ✓ Kingdom Self-Hosted Tier | ❌ Vendor Cloud Only |
| Order of Service & Liturgy Planner | ✓ Auto-Timing + Song Tools | ❌ Basic Scheduling |
| Pastoral Care Softphone & Phone Tree (IVR) | ✓ WebRTC & IVR Built-In | ❌ Not Available |
| 10DLC Compliant SMS & Group Texting | ✓ Included | ✓ Add-on Cost |
| Free White-Glove Data Migration | ✓ Included Free | ❌ DIY Data Import |
Ready to upgrade your church tools?
Schedule a 15-minute live tour with our ministry team, or request a free database import from Tithe.ly.
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