--- title: "Planning Center Pricing 2026 | Capterra" description: "Learn more about Planning Center pricing plans including starting price, free versions and trials." source_url: "https://www.capterra.com/p/76708/Planning-Center/pricing/" page_type: "pricing" language: "en" --- # Planning Center Pricing - Overall rating: 4.7 out of 5 from [1,138 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/76708/Planning-Center/reviews/) - Free trial: Available - Free version: Available - Credit card required: No --- ## How much does Planning Center cost? Planning Center has **6 different plans**. ### People - Price: Custom Quote - Billing: Other, Per Month #### People plan includes: - Reports - Unlimited Events - Share With Your Church - Room Setups Organize and Schedule - Permission Levels - Notifications - Latest Product Update - Inventory Tracking - Coordinate the Details - Room Setups - Resource Tracking ### Services - Price: $0.00 - Billing: Other, Per Month #### Services plan includes: - Reporting - Calendar Subscription - Household Scheduling - Integrations - Latest Product Update - Media Library - Mobile App - Permission Levels - Rehearsal Tools - Stage Layouts - Volunteer Scheduling - Worship Planning ### Check-ins - Price: $0.00 - Billing: Other, Per Month #### Check-ins plan includes: - Checkistrations - Communication - CSV Import - Fast and Smooth - Flexible Setup - Latest Product Update - Promote Grades - Reports - Safe and Secure - Safe Volunteers - Volunteer Check-in ### Giving - Price: $0.00 - Billing: Other, Per Month #### Giving plan includes: - Connected Donor Profiles - Cover Processing Fees - Deposit Checks Remotely - Disable Credit Card - Export Data - Flexible Donation Options - Insightful Donation Data - Integrations - Latest Product Update - Protect Donor Data ### Groups - Price: $0.00 - Billing: Other, Per Month #### Groups plan includes: - Cultivate Commitment - Group Photos - Latest Product Update - Open Signups - Private Groups - Create Opportunity ### Registrations - Price: $0.00 - Billing: Other, Per Month #### Registrations plan includes: - Reports - Permission Levels - Latest Product Update - Early Bird Discounts - Coordinate Attendees - Collect and Organize the Information You Need From Attendees. - Simplify Signups --- ## Is Planning Center worth the price? ### Value for Money - Overall rating: 4.5 out of 5 AI summary based on 118 value-for-money rating reviews: Some reviewers find Planning Center's modular setup beneficial as it allows them to pay only for the features they use, offering flexibility to expand functionality as needed. They appreciate the cost savings, with some users reporting significant annual savings compared to previous systems. However, some users say the pricing can become daunting, especially for smaller churches or when adding multiple apps. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of use: 4.4 - Customer service: 4.6 - Features: 4.5 - Ease of deployment: 4.5 - Likelihood to recommend: 87% Based on 1,138 total Planning Center reviews. --- ## How does Planning Center compare to other alternatives? Planning Center pricing comparison | Product | Plans | Starting price | Free version | Free trial | Value for Money | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Planning Center — 4.7 out of 5 ([1,138 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/76708/Planning-Center/reviews/)) | 6 plans | Not available | Available | Available | 4.5 | | [Clearstream](https://www.capterra.com/p/158103/Clearstream/) — 4.8 out of 5 ([701 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/158103/Clearstream/reviews/)) | 6 plans | $35.00 /mo | Not available | Available | 4.6 | | [Chmeetings](https://www.capterra.com/p/184192/Chmeetings/) — 4.9 out of 5 ([168 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/184192/Chmeetings/reviews/)) | 6 plans | $12.00 /mo | Available | Available | 4.9 | | [Aplos](https://www.capterra.com/p/118759/Aplos-Accounting/) — 4.4 out of 5 ([188 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/118759/Aplos-Accounting/reviews/)) | 3 plans | $79.00 /mo | Not available | Available | 4.4 | | [One Church Software](https://www.capterra.com/p/149636/One-Church/) — 4.9 out of 5 ([74 reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/149636/One-Church/reviews/)) | 2 plans | $58.00 /usage/mo | Available | Available | 4.9 | --- ## What reviewers say about Planning Center's pricing ### What they like - **Planning Center's modular setup beneficial as it allows them to pay only for the features they use** Offering flexibility to expand functionality as needed. They appreciate the cost savings, with some users reporting significant annual savings compared to previous systems. - **The sliding pricing structure and the ability to add or remove apps based on church needs are advantageous** Some users report that the software's cost-effectiveness is enhanced by its ease of use, integration with other programs, and the overall quality of features. - **They also value the free trials available for different apps** Which help in evaluating the software before committing financially. ### What holds them back - **The pricing can become daunting** Especially for smaller churches or when adding multiple apps. They feel the cost of additional features and modules can add up quickly, making it expensive compared to other options. - **The tiered pricing structure can be frustrating** Particularly when user limits are exceeded or when occasional peaks in attendance require plan upgrades. They indicate that the lack of a free trial version and the limited features in the free version can be drawbacks. - **The overall cost can be a significant concern** Particularly for new or smaller churches with limited budgets. ## Price & value in reviewers' words * * * 5 out of 5 stars > "I appreciate that many of the lowest level uses for their products are free." Reviewer: Verified Reviewer Role: Associate Pastor * * * 5 out of 5 stars > "I reduced our system down to the free level and the reps were so nice and even credited back money we had prepaid." Reviewer: Lauren F. Role: President and Director * * * 5 out of 5 stars > "The problem is their tiered pricing. While you pay for only what you use, it get's very expensive compared to other options when you start adding on features." Reviewer: David B. Role: Lead Pastor * * * 5 out of 5 stars > "Really the only con about planning center is the hefty fee as add more features." Reviewer: David B. Role: Lead Pastor [Check all reviews](https://www.capterra.com/p/76708/Planning-Center/reviews/)