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DonorLog vs The Donation App
Both stand on church giving software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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DonorLog combines donation records with campaign, pledge, receipt, and reporting tools for churches. Its listed plans differ in capacity and support, with pricing starting at $35 a month.
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The Donation App combines donation collection, Gift Aid claim support, campaigns, reporting, and donor tools. Its starting price and trial offer are listed, but plan-specific prices are not shown.
Visit The Donation AppThe facts
| DonorLog | The Donation App | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Starter: $35 a month | The Donation App: £9 a month |
| Plans published | 3 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | app.donorlog.com | thedonationapp.com |
| On church giving software | #16 of 26 | #20 of 26 |
DonorLog: what it does well
- Records Interac eTransfer, cash, cheque, and card gifts.
- Tracks pledge milestones and sends reminders.
- Generates CRA-compliant receipts individually or in bulk.
- Includes campaign reports and year-end statements.
- Limited-time trial requires no credit card.
What to know first
- No free plan is listed.
- Starter has no branch support.
- Starter is limited to 1,000 donor records.
- Providers may process data outside Canada.
The Donation App: what it does well
- Automates regular Gift Aid claims
- Offers card, bank, e-wallet, and other payment options
- Imports historical donations going back four years
- Donor portal supports recurring-gift management
- 14-day trial includes onboarding support
What to know first
- Pricing starts at £9 a month
- Plan-specific prices are not shown
- Gift Aid service is for UK charities
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