Planning Center and Breeze are the big players for church management software, but are they the right system for your church? Here we compare them with the Church Admin plugin
| Feature / Factor | Premium Church Admin Plugin | Planning Center | Breeze (by Tithe.ly) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platform | WordPress plugin (you control hosting & data) | Cloud platform (SaaS) | Cloud platform (SaaS) |
| Pricing Model | One-time or subscription; affordable tiers for small churches | Pay per module (cost adds up as you grow) | Flat monthly fee (all features, unlimited users) |
| Cost Example | From $99/year (lifetime $175) | $14–$199 per module per month | $72/month flat |
| Best For | Churches already using WordPress; those wanting affordable, flexible, local-control solution | Medium-large US churches wanting modular control & ecosystem | Small-medium churches wanting all-in-one simplicity (but paying flat fee) |
| Giving / Donations | ✅ Built-in (with UK Gift Aid support) | Requires “Giving” module (extra cost) | Built-in |
| Volunteer Scheduling | ✅ Included | Requires “Services” module (extra cost) | Included |
| Event / Group Management | ✅ Included | Requires “Groups” & “Calendar” modules (extra cost) | Included |
| Mobile Access | Mobile-friendly web + companion app | Church Center app (very polished) | Breeze app (iOS/Android) |
| Data Control & Privacy | You host your own data (GDPR-friendly; works worldwide) | Data stored on Planning Center’s servers (US) | Data stored on Breeze’s servers (US) |
| Migration / Setup | Quick import from spreadsheets / WP users; simple setup | Migration guides + some support (may be complex) | Free data import offered |
| Support | Direct developer support + community. Fast turnaround for issues (usually within 24hrs) | Large support team | Large support team |
Why Churches Choose Church Admin Plugin
- Affordable: At a fraction of the cost, you keep your budget for ministry, not admin software.
- Data Control: Your church’s data stays on your server — ideal for GDPR compliance and privacy concerns.
- All-in-One (No Hidden Costs): Features like volunteer scheduling, groups, and giving are included, not add-ons that inflate the price.
- Tailored for UK / Europe (and beyond): Features like Gift Aid make it more practical for non-US churches.
- Flexible Licences: Lifetime licence available (no recurring bills).
Small Churches
Upto 50 people
All the free modules
Add communication tools
Rotas
Online Giving
Our Church App
$50 per year
Bigger Churches
All the free modules
Add communication tools
Rotas
Online Giving
Our Church App