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Planning Center

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Last updated March 13th, 2026

# Page 32 - Reviews of Planning Center

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Creative & Loyalty Analyst  
Machinery  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great planning tool!"

October 11, 2018

5.0

Pros

Great platform to coordinate multiple teams and activities in one place for events both large and small. Very easy for team members to confirm their availability and to collaborate on plans.

Cons

You largely get what you put into it. If your team members don't like to confirm or don't like collaborate, it can be difficult to finalize plans.

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Rick M.  
Bassist  
  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Planning Center has helped our worship team get organized."

June 27, 2017

4.0

Pros

I really like that not only can you have all the music available for a worship set, but also include videos or mp3s for examples.

Cons

Every once in a while it will not show me any of the services info. I eventually learned I can scroll up to refresh which will fix it, but it can be pretty frustrating.

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Phyllis C.  
String Instructor  
  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "I've used this software as a user and an administrator. I absolutely love it because of the detail."

June 24, 2018

5.0

Pros

What I most like about this software is that it is a convenient way to organize and communicate with your team. The functionality allows you to be as detailed as possible which make for effective communication to everyone.

Cons

I have to say that there is nothing I like least about this software. I haven't had any problems with anything.

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Lindsey S.  
Human Resources Director  
Restaurants  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Planning Center is amazing!"

August 16, 2018

5.0

Pros

The organizational value that Planning Center has brought to my team is invaluable. It's so easy to use and I love that you can save templates for future events

Cons

Like anything, there is a learning curve. Overall it was easy to get started but it is a little time consuming in the very beginning

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Quan N.  
Web development  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Used in church"

April 11, 2020

5.0

It's easy to use. We've used this for a few years and it's been helpful in managing our teams.

Pros

I really like this package. We use it in our church to schedule musicians and it's simple to use. As a user, it's easy to accept or decline.

Cons

The blackout section is a bit clunky to use but maybe that's because I was using it on my device, but that's minor.

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RL

Rachel L.  
Administrative Coordinator  
Religious Institutions  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Planning Center Review"

January 22, 2019

5.0

Pros

I love the ability to easily block off unavailable dates. Being able to see the whole schedule allows me to easily see my responsibilities and helps me know who could fill in if the need arose.

Cons

Planning Center hasn't yet figured out how to fully integrate with a lot of church database softwares. Once they do, it will make the process of serving much more streamlined.

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Brian D.  
Business Analyst  
Government Administration  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Excellent App Makes Worship Planning Easy"

November 21, 2018

5.0

Pros

Features include worship team scheduling, ability to black out dates, file upload for sheet music and recordings, automatic reminders for when you are scheduled, service order and assignments. It does all of this very well.

Cons

It's not the prettiest app but that is the only minor issue I have.

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DM

Deva M.  
Media Technician  
Media Production  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Planning Center is Great"

November 12, 2019

5.0

They are currently the best option for church management software and I highly recommend them.

Pros

I like that our Church members can get scheduled by this software and it lets you know ahead of time who is working and who isn't working that Sunday.

Cons

There isn't anything that I have found that I don't like about this software and I am a fussy person.

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Response from Planning Center

November 14, 2019

Thank you Deva for your review. We are so glad that the software has helped your church in its scheduling of volunteers. If you have any questions or suggestions in the future you can reach out to us at support@planning.center -Planning Center Team

SK

Shawn K.  
Director of youth  
Religious Institutions  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great software and great customer service "

November 21, 2018

4.0

We use it for check ins, database, and giving. Saves us lots of time.

Pros

Easy to use All in one church software Great customer service

Cons

Some of the reports are not always helpful or useful. Need more options to customize reports.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Groups Pastor  
Religious Institutions  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Top 5 Church Software"

September 30, 2020

5.0

Again, this software enables a large church like ours to collaborate virtually and ensure that everything is set to go for Sunday.

Pros

Intuitive, good UI, easy to use. Helps keep 5 campuses aligned on weekend service plans, including staff and volunteers.

Cons

Hard to find something. Really don't have any complaints about Planning Center. Would highly recommend!

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PR

Penni R.  
Cash Manager  
Religious Institutions  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Planning Center"

September 29, 2020

5.0

Researching updated information for reports needed to process.

Pros

Planning Center is user friendly. Easy to research and obtain information needed. Very functional to maintain member information.

Cons

Working with multiple entities, it would be nice for them to be combined for research instead of having to enter the same information many times.

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VS

Vicki S.  
A/R  
Religious Institutions  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Planning Center"

June 15, 2021

4.0

Planning Center is a good product to use to help keep track, schedule and coordinate multiple events.

Pros

I like that it allows you to keep in touch with team members, volunteers, or employees in order to schedule and /or coordinate schedules for events, practices, meetings, etc.

Cons

We do not use all modules of the planning center so I can not comment on the negative aspects of the software.

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EM

Emily M.  
Agent  
Insurance  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Planning Center"

December 1, 2020

5.0

Pros

What can i say. I love Planning Center. It makes my life so much easier.

Cons

I wish that planning center was a little more user friendly then it is. Sometimes it could be difficult to find something you are looking for.

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Response from Planning Center

January 6, 2021

Hey Emily - Thanks so much for your review! We're so grateful Planning Center has made your life easier. If you ever run into issues or have specific questions, don't hesitate to reach out!

LL

Loren L.  
Secretary  
Religious Institutions  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Our Worship team loves it!"

December 7, 2021

4.0

Works well for our worship team.

Pros

Easy to use and schedule volunteers. Super easy to upload order of services.

Cons

We use a different software/database system for the rest of our ministries & volunteers because planning center does not offer all at we need.

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JK

Jon K.  
Pastor  
Religious Institutions  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "It's very robust "

September 23, 2020

4.0

We were trying to solve the issue of volunteer connection and implementation.

Pros

This can do anything. There are very few things Planning Center isn't going to bring to your team. If you have the budget I would suggest the investment

Cons

It's alot of money. Having each feture being addition cost is hard to stomach. The harest part is that you want only one or two of the options from each but you have to get the whole thing. So you may end up speading money on something that you will never use.

Alternatives considered

[Tithely Church Management](https://www.capterra.com/p/132513/Breeze-ChMS/)

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BS

Bill S.  
Facilities Manager  
Religious Institutions  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Planning Center"

March 19, 2019

5.0

Pros

Excellent tool for planning weekly services. It has options to include mp3's, sheet music, chord charts etc. Syns with Music Stand, for on stage use of ipads. I receive reminders for rehearsals, as well as call times for Sunday services.

Cons

A few of our users have lost the ability to use the mp3, but that being said, the administrator can quickly reboot them.

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JH

Josh H.  
Worship Leader  
  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "A awesome app that is very user friendly and beneficial."

January 19, 2018

5.0

Pros

Anyone can use it, from administrators, to editors, to scheduled viewers, it is very easy to use. It does all the hard work for you, so you only have to do a little. It automatically sends out emails, and reminders,

Cons

It takes a while to load, and sometimes doesn't send out the emails on the right time, but its not really a big deal as long as you check it.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Event Marketing Manager  
Human Resources  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Everything I've Needed"

November 13, 2018

5.0

Pros

It allows me to keep track of which services I am volunteering, and which team I am volunteering with. It's helpful to see the full flow of a service and see who else is volunteering

Cons

There hasn't been anything about the software that has been frustrating, granted, I use this as a volunteer and not the service producer

Review Source

JF

Jonathan F.  
Pastor  
  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "We use this software every week at our church and it has been great"

July 24, 2018

5.0

It really helps our worship team to be ready each Sunday and saves them rehearsal time. They can individually get the information they need to practice at home and be ready when they come for the run through.

Pros

Easy for everyone to use and it allows the musicians to get the information they need to be ready to play each week. You can get the benefit of a meeting without having to physically meet. They set the billing up and its easy. Great help for any size church.

Cons

As with anything it would be great if it could cost less, but it is priced fairly. I would also like to see more upgrades.

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SG

Seth G.  
Youth Pastor  
Religious Institutions  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Keeps everything Organized "

February 10, 2021

5.0

Overall it has been able to help keep up with everyone and keep organized, also the integration with other apps is very helpful

Pros

This helps to keep everything organized extremely well and helps everyone know what’s happening.

Cons

It can be a learning curve to figure out how to add new plans

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Response from Planning Center

February 12, 2021

Hey Seth - thanks for the review! Glad we're able to help you keep everything organized. Let us know if you have any questions!

CD

Chelsea D.  
User  
Religious Institutions  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "I am thankful for Planning Center! "

January 16, 2019

5.0

Pros

As a user, I appreciate being able to see when I am scheduled for events, being able to block out dates, connect with people, and look up songs.

Cons

I do wish I could add my Planning Center schedule to my Google Calendar from the app, but overall, the software covers our small church needs.

Review Source

Response from Planning Center

January 17, 2019

Hi Chelsea! Thank you so much for your honest review and kind words! As far as your Google Calendar is concerned, you should be able to link to it from the Services app. If you are unable to, make sure you email in to our Support Team through the Help menu in the app. We'd love to help you troubleshoot any issues you are running into!

JB

Joy B.  
Event planner  
Events Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "The best on the market"

November 14, 2018

5.0

I’ve been using PC for over 8 years and will continue using it because it is so helpful with overall planning.

Pros

It makes planning worship teams, services, child care, EASY

Cons

Some of the details aren’t user friendly to figure out

Review Source

JC

Jeremy C.  
Creative Director  
Religious Institutions  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Planning Center Review"

September 26, 2019

5.0

Overall my experience has been positive. I've been able to keep clear lines of communication, especially with the scheduling feature.

Pros

Planning center is an incredible platform that is simple to use and allows for great communication between an organization and those supporting it.

Cons

Planning center is a great platform that I currently don't have any negative feedback to provide for.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Office/Finance Manager  
Religious Institutions  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Planning Center...a great investment!"

November 27, 2018

5.0

Planning Center is a great tool for us at our church. Our pastor can communicate with the worship team and vice versa. Everyone is always on the same page as far as being in the know on the schedule of our services....which creates a seamless, congruent experience for our congregation.

Pros

I really like the ability to communicate with my team and schedule services.

Cons

I really do like every feature of this software.

Review Source

BK

Brittnee K.  
Owner  
Consumer Goods  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Good way to communicate "

December 4, 2019

5.0

I love this program so easy to communicate with church members and know who is doing what on a church day

Pros

This program makes it Easy to communicate with a large number of people doing a number of different things

Cons

Sometimes it seems like too much information is given. I am participating in one part of the church and sometime searching for that one part gets to be a hassle

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