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ACTS vs B1 Checkin
Both stand on church check-in software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan LinuxWebWindows
ACTS brings membership, attendance, activities, and financial reporting into a free, open-source offering. Its web and desktop platform options may suit churches looking for those core management functions.
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Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
B1 Checkin covers household lookup, child group assignment, visitor registration, and label printing. Churches need to complete B1 Admin configuration before using the kiosk.
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| ACTS | B1 Checkin | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | ACTS | Not published |
| Website | acts.sourceforge.net | b1.church |
| On church check-in software | #1 of 42 | #2 of 42 |
ACTS: what it does well
- Free plan costs nothing.
- Includes membership management.
- Tracks attendance and activities.
- Accounting and financial reports are listed.
- Available on web, Windows, and Linux.
What to know first
- The listed functions focus on church management.
- No paid plan details are listed.
B1 Checkin: what it does well
- Families can look up households by phone number or last name.
- Prints pickup slips with unique security codes.
- Visitors can register by scanning a kiosk QR code.
- Supports network printer discovery and configuration.
- Listed at $0 per month with no tiers or trials.
What to know first
- Administrator setup in B1 Admin is required first.
- Payment processors may charge rates for online giving.
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