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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated July 21st, 2026 # Reviews of MediaShout Ease of use 4.0 Customer Service 4.4 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews TM Tim M Worship DirectorReligious Institutions, 201 - 500 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Features like SongSelect integration save us a lot of preparation time, and having dozens of Bible translations included makes adding scripture quick and simple.“ June 18, 2026 SK Steve K PastorReligious Institutions, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “When we first started using media shout it seemed OK but as time went on it seemed to be issue after issue with poor customer service.“ January 14, 2025 TM Tim M Worship DirectorReligious Institutions, 201 - 500 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “On top of that, their support team has always been helpful whenever we've needed assistance.“ June 18, 2026 VS Valerie S Administrative SecretaryReligious Institutions, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “I don't like that the timer appears on all slides and it's an extra step to get it off the slides you don't want it on.“ August 21, 2023 LF Lauren F Worship LeaderReligious Institutions, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “It is easy to collaborate with others and customize the slide's content.“ August 10, 2024 JC Judith C CommunicationsReligious Institutions, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “I find paging within text boxes to be frustrating.“ January 16, 2023 MP Michael P MemberReligious Institutions, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “It was easy to implement and cut out computer screens showing during church.“ April 15, 2025 JH Jim H PastorReligious Institutions, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “The display window on right column will not adjust to a larger size and is too small so see clearly what is displayed.“ April 26, 2022 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 314 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Jason N. Media Coordinator Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Let me shout about Mediashout" February 14, 2023 5.0 I am very pleased with the software and think that anyone who needs a quality presenter software should definitely put this on the top of your try list. Pros The product is remarkably simple to teach others how to use. The software is very adaptable for systems. I like the fact that it can handle multiple displays so easily. Cons Updates can cause the software to delay when loading, which is only a concern when running the software. Switched from [ProPresenter](https://www.capterra.com/p/170172/ProPresenter/) ProPresenter would just cause the computer to run slow and glitch. Review Source TM Tim M. Worship Director Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "MediaShout exceeded our expectations" June 18, 2026 5.0 We made the move from ProPresenter to MediaShout a couple of years ago, and it's been a great fit for our church. Since most of our presentation team is made up of volunteers, we needed software that was easy to learn and use, and MediaShout has been exactly that. Features like SongSelect integration save us a lot of preparation time, and having dozens of Bible translations included makes adding scripture quick and simple. We also appreciated being able to purchase the software outright instead of paying an ongoing subscription. On top of that, their support team has always been helpful whenever we've needed assistance. Pros I loved how easy it was for my volunteers to pick it up. We reached out to support a couple of times to get started but then after that - we were good to go. I also appreciate some of the new features MediaShout just added to make it easier for me to find new backgrounds. Cons Only available on Windows — we had to make sure our presentation computer was a PC, but that wasn't a big deal for us. Switched from [ProPresenter](https://www.capterra.com/p/170172/ProPresenter/) Price was the main reason - ProPresenter just got to be too expensive. We also had some new Volunteers join and our old media person left - so no one knew how to use ProPresenter and we weren't able to learn easily. Review Source SK Steve K. Pastor Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Don't Recommend " January 14, 2025 1.0 When we first started using media shout it seemed OK but as time went on it seemed to be issue after issue with poor customer service. Pros I could not find anything that I liked about media shout. Cons Constant failure to work with windows and would constantly shut down during use of the program Alternatives considered [ProPresenter](https://www.capterra.com/p/170172/ProPresenter/) Reason for choosing MediaShout Didn't purchase Media Shout it just wasn't the best product. Switched from [MediaOS](https://www.capterra.com/p/168091/Ad-Sales-Genius/) We switched from Media Shout to Pro Presenter . Customer Service and Updates are excellent. Review Source MP Michael P. Member Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Mediashout is such a great option" April 15, 2025 5.0 Great product that did exactly what was required of it. I used it consistently for about 4 years. Pros Media shout did a great job of making the slides on our monitors efficient and without flaws. It was easy to implement and cut out computer screens showing during church. Cons It was laggy when using multiple different programs at the same time. We only used one program at a time due to this. Alternatives considered [Proclaim by Logos](https://www.capterra.com/p/265496/Proclaim/) Reason for choosing MediaShout More affordable and we had the old version of mediashout already. Review Source JN Justin N. Communications Director Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Pretty good church presentation software" August 20, 2020 4.0 Mediashout let us create a more engaging service for our guests and congregation. We were able to not only have lyrics on the screen, but give them a wide variety of backgrounds and animations. Additionally we could automate some slides like our announcements to run on a timer until we were ready to proceed. And the ease of adding multiple media sources like audio and video gave us new avenues to share more content with our live audience. Pros Mediashout provided us with advanced presentation options for our church, giving us lyrics, slides, transitions, media playing capability, and verse sharing on the screens throughout our sanctuary. Our staff and volunteers were able to setup Sunday morning services and everything that needed to be on the screens. We did this in advance, saved the files, and went live on Sundays. Mediashout let us expand our capabilities outside of Powerpoint and incorporate more media into our services, which helped us keep our congregation engaged. Cons Media shout did a lot of advanced features compared to powerpoint but wasn't as advanced as pro presenter. We had issues editing slides on the fly and when things went sideways in the service, it was difficult to see all the slides at a glance to jump ahead or behind within the same window like Propresenter. And the software used a lot of system resources, so we had to make extra sure nothing was running in the background. Reason for choosing MediaShout Media shout had a cleaner interface and better reviews from other church leaders we networked with. Switched from [Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/) We needed to be able to add and play media easier and structure our slides within the software to easily designate verses and choruses. Review Source Response from Wordsmith August 24, 2020 Thanks for taking the time to review! We're so glad to have been able to serve your church. From the content of the review, it looks like you may have been using a slightly out of date version. We'd love to invite you to check out features like Presenter View in MediaShout 7 to have a better experience seeing slides at a glance or jumping around as needed. The editing process has also been streamlined so it's a bit quicker to put things together even on the fly- AND there's about to be a new update to MediaShout 7 with even more focus on on-the-fly firing. Stay posted, and please let our support team know if we can help in any way on mediashout.com/support. PN Philip N. Treasurer and Media Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Media Shout 7 Integration" January 20, 2023 5.0 An excellent company to deal with Pros It was from a trusted and tried company who we have used for previous versions. Cons The look and feel and the user interface were so different from the previous version that it took quite a time to get used to. Some of the critical features of previous versions were not incorporated in the initial release but it is getting better with updates. Reason for choosing MediaShout Past history with the company. Switched from [Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/) Media Shout offered a tailored solution for church use with Bible library and easy integration of video and other media Review Source VR Verified Reviewer CFO Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Why Shout for MediaShout" November 7, 2023 5.0 We have used MediaShout for over a decade. Pros 1\. Price - there is a onetime price vs a monthly/yearly subscription. 2. Features - The version you purchase is yours. While there are free versions of presentation software that are good for a small startup congregation, Media Shout will grow with you and your needs 3. Ease of use - we have successfully trained people from 17 to 65 to use the software comfortably 4. Training - there are a number of simple and quick training videos on YouTube Cons Usable copy purchases are somewhat limiting or intimidating. You receive a limited number of activations at time of purchase. The full version trial program helps to ensure that the PC you are putting it on is really ready. I always recommend using an up-to-date PC with higher specs than required. Alternatives considered [ProPresenter](https://www.capterra.com/p/170172/ProPresenter/) Reason for choosing MediaShout Easier to use than ProPresenter while supporting multiple screens without a monthly cost. Review Source BN Bonnie N. Worship Leader Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Media Shout 7" October 25, 2021 4.0 I am stuck with it because that is what the previous music minister insisted on. I would much prefer Proclaim, but it is too late to switch now. The church is too much invested in Media Shout. Pros It works most of the time. It integrates with my CCLI Song Select account. It is commonly used by many churches in our area. Cons It will suddenly stop working and I won't know why or what to do about it on a Sunday morning. It is not cloud based, so I cannot build the slides at my house on my computer and then use them on the church's computer on Sunday, like Proclaim does. Alternatives considered [Proclaim by Logos](https://www.capterra.com/p/265496/Proclaim/) Reason for choosing MediaShout The previous music minister and his wife who ran the sound booth had never worked with Proclaim, so they pushed for Media Shout. Then they left 2 years later, and I got stuck with Media Shout and the music ministry got dumped in my lap. I have been stuck with it ever since. I did not choose it. Review Source Paul R. Executive Director Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "No longer using" July 24, 2019 4.0 This was the cutting edge presentation software for churches when it first was released. Then ProPresenter came along and made everything easier. Pros The bible scripture feature was so easy to display verses from different bible translations. Cons It was not user friendly, especially for volunteers who weren't using the software enough to stay familiar with the layout. Switched from [Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/) Better features at the time. Multiple monitor output was key. Review Source Response from Wordsmith July 25, 2019 Hey Richard! Thanks for your review. You're right, MediaShout was the "pioneer" of church presentation software with the first ever concept of being able to navigate slides in random order or use motion backgrounds even. I wonder if you've seen our newer versions that came out around when ProPresenter was launched, and after? People say that our recent version 6, and especially our brand new version 7 are much easier than ProPresenter. We have folks switching all the time because MediaShout still allows advanced features, but doesn't take an advanced user skillset to be able to design and run. I'd recommend checking out this link to see a video of how you can setup an average church service in literally 7 minutes total, in fact: https://youtu.be/hBiXSn4cDGI And running it-- so easy that anyone could do it without ANY training (As a worship leader, I've personally had someone jump on 5 minutes before the service, who had never SEEN Version 7 before, and ran it with no trouble!) Scott B. Project Manager Media Production Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A Great Presentation App That Is Friendly to the Volunteer and Tech Alike" March 6, 2021 4.0 We deploy media shout to many of our clients who prefer a user friendly app that doesnt bog down your computer but still offers a clean, punchy presentation Pros Media Shout has a great layout and platform that lends itself to a quick learning curve. Cons I would love to see a better IOS interface and possible airplay or NDI functionality. Alternatives considered [ProPresenter](https://www.capterra.com/p/170172/ProPresenter/) Reason for choosing MediaShout the Clients and their volunteers felt it was a better app for their envoirnment and audience Review Source KB Ken B. Trustee Religious Institutions Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Fantastic product " February 21, 2023 5.0 We love the program and are still learning new things about it Pros Takes a little to get started but training videos help. Been using this for a year and a half and I am still learning new things about the systems Cons The instruction manual could be a little better Reason for choosing MediaShout Best price Review Source LF Lauren F. Worship Leader Religious Institutions Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Making Slides in MediaShout" August 10, 2024 5.0 I enjoy using MediaShout for making slides. It is easy to collaborate with others and customize the slide's content. I would definitely recommend MediaShout! Pros I love the ease of inserting lyrics and slides as well as choosing from a variety of backgrounds! Cons I have also used Propresenter as a program to make slides. Propresenter has more features, but MediaShout was just as easy to use. Honestly, it is all in what you get used to using. There is nothing inherently bad in using MediaShout. Review Source GW Greg W. Pastor Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Amazing but buggy" July 23, 2019 4.0 I love​ the flexibility and creativity it offers. Pros I love being able to put video backgrounds behind lyrics on slides. It's a such cool effect. MediaShout is an amazing tool for presentations. I especially appreciate the song & scripture libraries that are independent of any backgrounds. Cons I find that MediaShout crashes often. It's more reliable during presentations, but when I'm adjusting the slide order or making other changes, especially with video, it's still buggy. Alternatives considered [ProPresenter](https://www.capterra.com/p/170172/ProPresenter/) Review Source Response from Wordsmith July 24, 2019 Thanks for the encouraging review and using MediaShout! We're sorry for any trouble you're having with crashing. With our version 6, it is a pretty solid program and we don't see that often except for cases where the PC isn't quite up to spec, or maybe there's some system issues that need to be addressed. Our great support team is here for you if you connect with them on mediashout.com/support. I would bet we could resolve just about any crashing issue if your computer meets requirements. On another note, our NEWEST version, Version 7 blows just about every software out of the water in terms of stability, and I'd encourage you to check it out. There's less to worry about when it comes to Windows updates, display settings, external video codes-- we've simplified it and put it all in the box so MediaShout can be self sufficient and less susceptible to external system issues. Give it a try on www.mediashout.com/trial to see what it's all about! DG Daniel G. Senior Pastor Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Worst Decision " January 27, 2020 1.0 As a long time MediaShout user we were excited to upgrade to 7...that excitement was short lived. It is as if the developers purposely tried to punish ALL their current customers. They succeeded. Pros The customer support is very nice...however they are unable to fix the problems as the developers did not consider their existing customers. Cons Extremely difficult to use. It will not read older MediaShout files, you cannot import older MediaShout files without losing all changes. Years of past work is lost. You cannot sync files with Dropbox, therefore you cannot work in presentations from multiple computers. You cannot save the cue library files in any other location other than the default. Reason for choosing MediaShout We have been long time MediaShout users. Review Source Response from Wordsmith February 7, 2020 We're so sorry about the trouble you had with updating from your older version of MediaShout. We tried to make things as easy as possible for our existing family members, but we had to make some changes to our platform to allow future growth. Some of the elements of previous versions were carried forward since MediaShout 3, which is almost 15 years old. In the new version, it's built on an entirely new platform to allow better performance, longevity with modern operating systems, and features we could have only dreamed of having before. There are still ways to do much of what you need like our easier to use file format that does allow you to use a cloud service or USB drive to transport scripts, and you can import your song library from older versions. You just can't open old script files which are normally only viable for one specific service anyway. We're about to release an import tool where you can bring those in from V5 or V6 though. If you need help, please get with our support! MW Mary W. Visual Worship Leader Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The software is very powerful and has features for every size church and way/style of worship. " May 21, 2018 5.0 The software is built and designed for churches ... and allows me to support our worship services with spectacular visuals and a smooth running one hour services. The team of support people is outstanding. This software is the bomb and I love it. Pros It allows me to use beautiful motions as backgrounds and I can put text over the motions. It's easy to use and very well supported by a team of very knowledgeable and helpful Christian people. I don't use/need even half of the functionality but what I do use allows me to create wonderful hour-long services in a liturgical "high church" setting. I love my work as a visual worship leader and could not even begin to do my church justice without this wonderful and powerful software. Cons Same thing with all software I guess ... when big new releases come out, the learning curve is very rough. Part of that is on my shoulders because I'm not a young techy ... but wow sometimes I wonder why developers don't take into consideration the stress it creates and time required to have the user interface change so drastically that the user feels lost and has to start from scratch. And you know how much time we have on our hands. But, bottom line is the software and support is awesome and I love it. Review Source JB Jeremy B. Media Team Associate Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Inexpensive Presentation Software for Churches!" June 22, 2023 3.0 Pros Ease of use and simplicity. Very simple to use and easy to setup. Cons Graphics are outdated. Way behind other programs in terms of graphics design Switched from [ProPresenter](https://www.capterra.com/p/170172/ProPresenter/) Prices. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Consultant Computer Networking Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Niche features, with caveats" June 12, 2019 2.0 Pros Ability to quickly recall lyrics and scriptures to make a great presentation Cons Plagued by frequent crashes, even after applying patches recommended by vendor Alternatives considered [ProPresenter](https://www.capterra.com/p/170172/ProPresenter/) Reason for choosing MediaShout Appeared easier to train volunteers on Switched from [Microsoft PowerPoint](https://www.capterra.com/p/141633/PowerPoint/) Featureset targeted at churches Review Source Response from Wordsmith July 24, 2019 Hey there! I wonder if there's a system issue going on such as a video card needing a driver update, video codecs needing to be reinstalled, or Windows updates need completing. Version 6 is a very solid program and I trust it on the road worship leading myself- even on an older lower powered laptop. I'm confident our support can make recommendations to get you where you need to be (just reach out at mediashout.com/support). Also, do check out Version 7, as it's built on a completely new platform and it's less susceptible to even external system issues that caused poor performance in the past-- everything is in the box including video codecs needed for smooth performance with media files. We've worked hard to make it one of the most stable and reliable programs out there. VR Verified Reviewer Executive administrator and Chief Designer Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "For what it’s worth, get ProPresenter" May 1, 2022 2.0 Mediocre. Definitely glad to move over to ProPresenter. Pros Media shout offered functional capabilities for visual presentation in a church environment. Cons The ability to really customize and program visual aspects of a church service were limited and/or more difficult than I wanted them to be. Always felt like a bit of a struggle to get the program to do exactly what I envisioned. Review Source MD Michelle D. Worship Arts Team Lead Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "So Long To This Software" January 5, 2021 2.0 I took a position with a Church that had been using MediaShout for several years prior and all I heard was how the choir could not depend on the confidence monitor so they had to use books or sheet music still as MediaShout was continually crashing and glitching. The responsiveness of the customer service department was beyond poor. The first budget item I requested was funds for an alternative product. Pros Truthfully, there was nothing I liked about this software. Cons Continual crashes and poor customer support. Review Source Response from Wordsmith March 15, 2021 I'm so sorry to hear about your experience. That is so odd because our customer service works tirelessly to be sure every single inquiry is treated with utmost care and responsiveness- in everything from getting you a solution to making sure that it's timely as well. As for the product the church was using, it's possible it was a very old version and out of date, or that the system needed some configuration, which our tech support would normally be happy to get you options to take care of, whether yourself, or through more advanced support offered through our Plus membership that even extends to discontinued versions. We just wanted to take the chance to respond and be sure it's clear that these things can usually be easily taken care of and we are more than willing to help. But if you have another product now and it is working well, we celebrate that success as well. Thanks and God bless! RB Russ B. Worship Pastor Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A good idea unrealized" March 30, 2021 4.0 I have used MediaShout since version 4. I’m finally convinced to move on. Sad, because I think these are good people. But I need flawless execution. I have enough other worries on a Sunday morning. Pros I love the ideas behind Media Shout. Ministry videos tool to present at church. Interface is good looking. Cons My older computer is almost useless with MediaShout 7. Understandable. But it also consistently has issues on a new-build computer that exceeds their system requirements. Review Source Response from Wordsmith May 7, 2021 Hey there! Thanks for your kind words and taking the time to review Version 7. We hate to hear you experienced issues with performance and we've actually been working on making sure this version is able to be run on just about any system and smoothing out any potential issues in that regard. In fact, we did release another performance update even a couple weeks after your review. We understand if you've found something that meets your needs better, but wanted to make sure you knew about the update in case you want to check it out. And also, our team would love to work with you (or work with you further if we already have) to end any of those issues once and for all if at all possible! We do thank you for ultimately being a part of the MediaShout family, so just know we're here for you if you need assistance! KH Katie H. Admin Assistant Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "MediaShout Matters" February 21, 2020 3.0 This has been a great tool to implement in our church setting. We have gotten great response from it, and it has been easy to train our new recruits for Sunday services. Definitely recommended!! Pros This is a wonderful tool to use to project song lyrics for our church services. There are many great options to add backgrounds, still shots, video graphics, and much more. We also use the confidence monitor for our choir and praise team members as well. This has been a huge help in boosting confidence for our music ministry. Cons This product crashes frequently. And often right in the middle of a service inevitably. This is a great product, but I can never fully trust it to make it through the day without some sort of hiccup. It's one of those products that you learn its quirks and just roll with it whatever happens. Review Source Response from Wordsmith February 25, 2020 Hey Katie! Thanks for taking the time to review. Depending on what version of MediaShout you're running, I would bet our support team can help with those issues to make MediaShout for more solid for you. Our development team is also continually working on our newest version with stability as a top priority! Keep us posted if we can help in any way. DM Dane M. Minister with Students Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Solid Presentation Software" November 23, 2021 4.0 We have enjoyed Media Shout overall and not only use it in our specific ministry but across the entire church. Pros I enjoy that Media Shout allows you to move through slides seamlessly while the presentation is going on. It integrates videos well and helps save time with it's selection of pre-filled music slides. It's also great that you can import PowerPoint slides directly into Media Shout without issue. Cons I wish it was easier to have a slide that could connect to the internet so you could provide auto-updating for things like live polls. Review Source DS Dan S. Projection Leader Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Good Projection Tool with some quirks" September 30, 2019 4.0 Pros I really like the ease with which you can build a script for your service and update the information from week to week. I also really like that you can build your own lyric library so you are not constantly entering the hymn lyrics from week to week. Cons I find that computer updates often change the output settings, particularly audio, and as a volunteer I don't always have time to make sure everything is working correctly. Also, the paste function within MediaShout acts differently (whether it keeps source formatting or not) depending on right click and paste vs. using crtl+v which I find a bit annoying. I also wish it was easier to create slideshows within MediaShout, but that is not too hard to do with the native photos app on the computer. Reason for choosing MediaShout MediaShout was made specifically with churches in mind and some of the features (lyric library, multiple bibles) as well as the ability to easily add images and video were a draw. Review Source Roxanne N. Minister of Music/Senior Adults Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Still a satisfied customer." December 30, 2018 5.0 We started with Media Shout when we started using video presentation in our services 10 years ago. The updates and upgraded versions have continued to allow us to have a user-friendly software for our volunteers to operated for worship. The Plus Membership has been my favorite addition. It's great to be able to get help quickly when there is a problem or even when I need help understanding something. Pros My favorite new feature is the in line editor. It's very convenient to be able to edit slides while still running the program. Cons I don't like the way the cursor jumps back to the beginning of the cue when the text wraps to a new slide within the cue. Review Source Bruce A. Lead Audio Video Technician Religious Institutions Used the software for: 2+ years ### "MediaShout Excels in Church Projection Software" December 26, 2018 5.0 MediaShout is far beyond 'just' a projection software for churches. The flexibility and ease of use make it the BEST church service projection software programs out there. Pros MediaShout is far beyond 'just' a projection software for churches. The flexibility and ease of use make it the BEST church service projection software programs out there. We have been using it since version 3 and are now on version 6. They keep listening to consumers and improving it with making spreading the word of God the importance! Cons Some of the features are not quite as user friendly as they could be. Review Source Similar Products Featured