Side by side
HeraldApps vs Shepard
Both stand on church app builders. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free trial AndroidiPhone
HeraldApps brings church content and participation tools into branded mobile apps, with store publishing handled by the maker. Factor in setup and potential app-store fees alongside the monthly plan cost.
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Free trial iPhoneWeb
Shepard combines church communications, giving, and event tools, with a free option for members and a no-card trial for churches. Compare plan limits and giving fees against your congregation’s needs.
Visit ShepardThe facts
| HeraldApps | Shepard | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone | iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Mobile App (package pricing): $53 a month | Standard: $39 a month |
| Plans published | 2 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | churchplantmedia.com | shepard.love |
| On church app builders | #15 of 25 | #19 of 25 |
HeraldApps: what it does well
- Branded apps for iOS and Android
- Audio and video sermon player
- Events, pages, giving, and push notifications
- Vendor handles app-store submissions and updates
- Free 14-day trial
What to know first
- No free plan
- Plans include setup fees
- App stores may charge developer fees
- Starting plan costs $53 a month
Shepard: what it does well
- Private feed supports videos, devotionals, and testimonies.
- Members can make recurring donations through Stripe.
- Includes group messaging, event RSVPs, and digital check-in.
- Trial includes 14 days of Enterprise features without a card.
What to know first
- No free plan for churches.
- Standard is limited to five admin users.
- Google Play is listed as coming soon.
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