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Connection Card Pro Check-Ins vs Rock RMS
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 AndroidiPhoneWeb
Connection Card Pro Check-Ins combines attendance capture, reporting, and name-tag printing for church settings. The free plan has explicit contact, user, and storage limits; paid plans start at $29/mo.
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Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+2
Rock RMS covers church administration, communication, digital tools, and engagement in one open-source platform. Churches should consider its license terms and decide whether they can manage self-hosting or prefer partner hosting.
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| Connection Card Pro Check-Ins | Rock RMS | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Ministry Core: $29 a month | Rock RMS (self-hosted): $4.45 a year |
| Plans published | 8 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | connectioncardpro.com | rockrms.com |
| On church check-in software | #6 of 42 | #10 of 42 |
Connection Card Pro Check-Ins: what it does well
- Check-in supports staff and self-service kiosk modes.
- Attendance is recorded automatically.
- Reports can be customized by group or event.
- A 30-day trial requires no credit card.
- Works on web, iOS, and Android.
What to know first
- Free plan caps contacts at 250.
- Free plan includes only three admin users.
- Free plan provides 1 GB storage.
Rock RMS: what it does well
- Includes people and family records, check-in, and reporting
- Supports email, SMS, and push notifications
- Includes websites, mobile apps, and TV apps
- Cloud hosting includes automatic backups
- Community provides answers and discussion
What to know first
- Most installations require organizations to manage updates and security
- Community License limits internal use to qualifying faith-based organizations
- Cloud hosting prices vary by partner
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