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Realm vs Synodo
Both stand on small group management 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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Realm covers church administration, giving, engagement, reporting, and campus management in a web-based system with mobile apps. The free trial offers an evaluation period, while the monthly plan and possible extra fees affect budgeting.
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Synodo brings small-group content, communication, attendance, and enrollment into one church-focused service. Its unlimited-per-church plan and 30-day trial provide a clear setup for congregations evaluating group management software.
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| Realm | Synodo | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Realm Inform: $49 a month | One plan: $49 per church a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | acstechnologies.com | synodo.app |
| On small group management software | #30 of 39 | #34 of 39 |
Realm: what it does well
- Supports online, text, and mobile giving
- Includes group and event management
- Nearly 30 predefined reports
- Web-based with automatic updates
- Multi-factor authentication is described
What to know first
- No free plan
- Inform costs $49 a month
- Additional service fees may apply
- Planning Center sync is one-way
Synodo: what it does well
- Separate leaders' guides from member materials
- Resyncs study improvements while keeping customizations
- Combines messages and participation tracking
- Supports group intake and member matching
- 30-day trial without a credit card
What to know first
- No free plan
- Costs $49 a month per church
- Planning Center transfers require selecting groups