Shelby Systems vs MinistryLINQ Comparison

92% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

Shelby Systems

Church Management Software

3.1 16 user ratings

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76% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

MinistryLINQ

Church Management Software

3.8 4 user ratings

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Overview

Description

Shelby Systems is an impactful church management software that helps churches manage their administrative processes and put more focus on ministry. The software reduces paperwork while increasing efficiency levels at the same time, so that churches can spend more of their time on what matters most. It supports the seamless functioning of the ministry with better information as well as a common software solution across all of their locations. Shelby Systems also makes it easy for remote administrative teams to get tasks related to payroll and reporting managed with ease. Users can add different donation options over their websites for people to donate money with the method of their choice. Shelby Systems inbuilt dashboard showcases up-to-date reporting, recurring donations and budget forecasting facility, besides providing the ability to create custom forms. In addition, users can also attach useful hardware to their computer systems, such as Cheque scanners, barcode readers, mailroom, finger scanners, teller and timeclock, to further improve the functionalities of the software. Read more

MinistryLinq is a payment processing solution that is designed for ministries so they can free themselves from the workload of managing donations. The software also provides donors with a secure way to make one time or recurring donations and gifts. It comes with an easy-to-navigate control panel that enables users to track donations. Users get in-depth insights into donation patterns so they can plan their budget accordingly. MinistryLinq comes with a Pledge Management Tool that helps users to track the progress of their donation. Moreover, the donations received via MinistryLinq gets deposited directly into the bank account of the ministry in 2-3 business days. The software can be integrated with users’ financial management solutions and data can be exchanged between them. With MinistryLinq, ministries can create customized forms according to the fundraising objectives, such as mission trips, volunteer opportunities or other events. It also comes with a recurring donations feature that allows donors to send money automatically after specific intervals. Read more

Pricing Options

Free Trial Not Available
Starts at $39.00. Offers Free-forever and Custom plan.

Free Trial Available
Starts at $19.00.

SW Score & Breakdown

92% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more

100%
Reviews

76%
Momentum

64%
Popularity

83%

76% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more

78%
Reviews

71%
Momentum

60%
Popularity

67%

Features

Total Features	15 Features	6 Features
Common Features for All	Attendance Tracking Helps to quickly and easily track the attendance Child Check-In Helps to streamline the check-in process and improve child safety in your church Church Accounting Helps to maintain nonprofit accounting like bookkeeping, manage contributions, pay minister, release tax documents and etc Donations Management Helps to record and track all financial donations and provide receipts and related documents to the donors. Event Management Helps to identify and manage events and notify important events digitally Media Library Helps in managing the videos, images, audio and as such other media files all in one place. Member Directory Helps to maintain a directory of members and connect with each other Members Portal Helps members to access their profile, key information, and download relevant materials through a login page. Membership Management Database to record, track, and manage members' information, membership details, and other key information. Multi-site Management Provides an option to electronically manage multiple stores, sites, and/or locations using just a single platform Online Giving An online payments method to start accepting recurring financial contributions to a church Pledge Management Helps to record and track promised pledges to pay a certain amount of money over a period. Small Group Management Helps to organize small groups to use communicate and achieve goals Volunteer Management Helps to recruit, track, engage, and retain volunteers and build a more strategic, positive volunteer experience Worship Planning Helps to create a worship outline, view files & links, and plan rehearsals. + 12 More - Show Less	Attendance Tracking Helps to quickly and easily track the attendance Child Check-In Helps to streamline the check-in process and improve child safety in your church Church Accounting Helps to maintain nonprofit accounting like bookkeeping, manage contributions, pay minister, release tax documents and etc Donations Management Helps to record and track all financial donations and provide receipts and related documents to the donors. Event Management Helps to identify and manage events and notify important events digitally Media Library Helps in managing the videos, images, audio and as such other media files all in one place. Member Directory Helps to maintain a directory of members and connect with each other Members Portal Helps members to access their profile, key information, and download relevant materials through a login page. Membership Management Database to record, track, and manage members' information, membership details, and other key information. Multi-site Management Provides an option to electronically manage multiple stores, sites, and/or locations using just a single platform Online Giving An online payments method to start accepting recurring financial contributions to a church Pledge Management Helps to record and track promised pledges to pay a certain amount of money over a period. Small Group Management Helps to organize small groups to use communicate and achieve goals Volunteer Management Helps to recruit, track, engage, and retain volunteers and build a more strategic, positive volunteer experience Worship Planning Helps to create a worship outline, view files & links, and plan rehearsals. + 3 More - Show Less

Technical Details

Organization Types Supported	Individuals Freelancers Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business	Individuals Freelancers Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business
Platforms Supported	SaaS/Web/Cloud Mobile - Android Mobile - iOS	SaaS/Web/Cloud Mobile - Android Mobile - iOS
Modes of Support	Business Hours Online	Business Hours Online
API Support	NA	Available

Reviews & Ratings

User Rating	3.1/5 16 user ratings	3.8/5 4 user ratings
Rating Distribution	Excellent 6.3% Very Good 31.3% Average 37.5% Poor 12.5% Terrible 12.5%	Excellent 0% Very Good 75% Average 25% Poor 0% Terrible 0%
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Pricing

Pricing Options	Free Trial Not Available Starts at $39.00. Offers Free-forever and Custom plan.	Free Trial Available Starts at $19.00.
Pricing Plans Monthly Plans Annual Plans	Shelby Online Giving (Small) Free Shelby Online Giving (Medium) $39.00 $39.00 per month Shelby Online Giving (Large) $59.00 $59.00 per month Shelby Online Giving (High Volume) Custom Total Ministry Package Custom	MinistryLINQ $19.00 $19.00 per month MinistryLINQ $49.00 $49.00 per month MinistryLINQ $69.00 $69.00 per month
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