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OpenLP vs SecureGive

OpenLP logo

OpenLP

Religion

Free, open-source presentation software for churches

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
SecureGive logo

SecureGive

Religion

Secure giving platform for churches and nonprofits

From
$149/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only OpenLP has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: OpenLP there is no standalone mobile app; the Android and iOS apps are remote controls for a desktop running OpenLP; SecureGive the Basic plan at $149 per month caps transactions at 2,000 per month
  • They diverge on capability: OpenLP covers Presentation, SecureGive covers Secure Giving.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which OpenLP and SecureGive actually diverge.

Attributes where OpenLP and SecureGive differ
AttributeOpenLPSecureGive
Starting priceFree$149/month
Pricing modelopen-sourcesubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWindows, Mac, LinuxWeb, Mobile-responsive
Founded20042010

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Religion).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in OpenLP

  • Presentation
  • Lyric Display
  • Media Playback
  • Bible Display
  • Theme Support
  • Plugin System
  • Custom Layouts
  • Scripture Integration

Only in SecureGive

  • Secure Giving
  • Mobile Access
  • Recurring Gifts
  • PCI Compliance
  • Payment Processing
  • Accounting Software
  • Email Notifications
  • Reporting

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

OpenLP

  • Member managementnot SecureGive
  • Donation trackingnot SecureGive
  • Event planningnot SecureGive
  • Volunteer schedulingnot SecureGive
  • Communicationnot SecureGive

SecureGive

  • Online, text and kiosk giving for churchesnot OpenLP
  • Managing pledges and capital campaigns for a congregationnot OpenLP
  • Accepting stock and cryptocurrency donations converted to dollarsnot OpenLP

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

OpenLP

  • There is no standalone mobile app; the Android and iOS apps are remote controls for a desktop running OpenLP
  • Only the most recent Fedora release and Debian unstable are supported on those distributions
  • The Flatpak build is experimental and the OpenLP team states it does not support its use
  • Requires macOS 10.15 or higher and Windows 10 or higher

SecureGive

  • The Basic plan at $149 per month caps transactions at 2,000 per month
  • Basic supports online or kiosk giving only; mobile, text and check scanning require Premium at $299 per month
  • API access, the virtual terminal and the auto card updater require the Premium plan
  • Premium is limited to 5 campuses; unlimited campuses, transactions and kiosks require Enterprise
  • Non-cash giving for crypto and stock is a $99 per month add-on and Campaigns is a $49 per month add-on unless you are on Enterprise
  • Church Apps cost $200 per month bundled with giving, $300 per month standalone, plus a $500 one-time setup cost
  • Enterprise is call-for-quote with no published rate
  • Payment processing is charged on top of the subscription, described only as an effective rate that most churches see at 2% or less

Pricing, plan by plan

OpenLP

Free
  • Community EditionFree
    • Full features
    • No restrictions
    • Community support

SecureGive

$149/month
  • Basic$149/month
    • Online giving or kiosk giving for single campus
    • Up to 2,000 transactions monthly
    • Donations, purchases, and giving analytics
  • Premium$299/month
    • Multiple giving channels: online, mobile, text, kiosk, check scanning
    • Up to 5 campuses
    • Virtual terminal and auto card updater
  • Enterprise$null/month
    • Unlimited campuses, transactions, and kiosks
    • All giving channels plus campaigns and non-cash giving
    • Custom transition planning

Which should you pick?

Choose OpenLP if

  • You need presentation.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, Mac, Linux.
  • You also want lyric display.
OpenLP review

Choose SecureGive if

  • You need secure giving.
  • You work on Web, Mobile-responsive.
  • You also want mobile access.
SecureGive review

Questions people ask

Is OpenLP or SecureGive better?
Neither clearly leads. OpenLP starts at Free and SecureGive at $149/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, OpenLP or SecureGive?
OpenLP has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for OpenLP and $149/month for SecureGive.
Does OpenLP or SecureGive run on more platforms?
OpenLP runs on Windows, Mac, Linux. SecureGive runs on Web, Mobile-responsive.
Can I use OpenLP for free?
Yes. OpenLP has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. SecureGive starts at $149/month.
What is OpenLP best used for?
OpenLP is most often used for member management, donation tracking, event planning, volunteer scheduling. Of those, member management and donation tracking are not what SecureGive is typically brought in for.
What can OpenLP do that SecureGive cannot?
OpenLP covers Presentation, Lyric Display, Media Playback, Bible Display. SecureGive covers Secure Giving, Mobile Access, Recurring Gifts, PCI Compliance.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

OpenLP: How much does OpenLP cost?

OpenLP is completely free to download, install, and use. Being open source means OpenLP is free forever with no licensing or subscription fees.

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SecureGive: How much does SecureGive cost?

SecureGive charges $149/month for Basic (single campus, up to 2,000 transactions), $299/month for Premium (5 campuses with multiple channels), and custom pricing for Enterprise plans with unlimited capacity.

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OpenLP: Can I install OpenLP on multiple computers for free?

Yes, OpenLP can be downloaded, installed on multiple computers, and distributed to others at no cost.

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SecureGive: What are the transaction fees for SecureGive?

SecureGive uses a Ministry-Minded processing rate with an effective rate of 2% or less for most churches. There are no hidden fees or long-term contracts required.

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OpenLP: What platforms does OpenLP support?

OpenLP is free for Windows, Mac, Linux, and FreeBSD platforms with no platform-specific licensing costs.

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SecureGive: What add-ons are available for SecureGive?

Add-on services include Non-Cash Giving at $99/month, Campaigns at $49/month, and Church Apps at $200/month or $300/month standalone plus $500 setup fee.

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