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PastorsLine vs Subsplash

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PastorsLine

Religion

Text messaging and communication platform for churches

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Subsplash

Religion

Church app and website builder for digital presence

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Subsplash has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: PastorsLine no pricing details published on main landing page; Subsplash card giving is 2.3% plus 30 cents and ACH 1%, deducted from each donation
  • They diverge on capability: PastorsLine covers SMS Messaging, Subsplash covers Custom App Builder.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which PastorsLine and Subsplash actually diverge.

Attributes where PastorsLine and Subsplash differ
AttributePastorsLineSubsplash
Starting priceOn requestFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, MobileWeb, IOS, Android
Founded20052013

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), 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 PastorsLine

  • SMS Messaging
  • Email Integration
  • Contact Management
  • Scheduling
  • Church Management
  • Email Services
  • Contact Lists
  • Mobile support

Only in Subsplash

  • Custom App Builder
  • Website Builder
  • Live Streaming
  • Giving Platforms
  • Calendar Systems
  • IOS support
  • Android support

Both cover

  • Analytics
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

PastorsLine

  • Two-way SMS and voice communication with a church congregationnot Subsplash
  • Text-in keywords and automated follow-up for church guestsnot Subsplash
  • Group texting tied to church management system contactsnot Subsplash

Subsplash

  • Church mobile apps, websites and media streamingnot PastorsLine
  • Online giving and congregation engagement in one platformnot PastorsLine

Where each one falls short

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

PastorsLine

  • No pricing details published on main landing page
  • Pricing information references external Text In Church pricing page
  • Free trial option mentioned but no pricing tiers or amounts disclosed

Subsplash

  • Card giving is 2.3% plus 30 cents and ACH 1%, deducted from each donation
  • The lower advertised rates of 1.9% and 0.5% require GrowCurve rather than being standard
  • No monthly price is published for the One or Enterprise packages, which are quoted on church size and usage
  • Reaching a quote requires contacting sales by phone

Pricing, plan by plan

PastorsLine

On request
  • Starter$29/month
    • SMS messaging
    • Up to 1000 contacts
  • Professional$99/month
    • Advanced features
    • Unlimited contacts
    • Email integration

Subsplash

Free
  • GivingFree
    • Mobile and web giving
    • Text giving
    • Donor management
  • One$null/month
    • Websites
    • Media hosting
    • Apps
  • Enterprise$null/month
    • All Subsplash One features
    • Custom API integrations
    • Multi-campus apps

Which should you pick?

Choose PastorsLine if

  • You need sms messaging.
  • You work on Web, Mobile.
  • You also want email integration.
PastorsLine review

Choose Subsplash if

  • You need custom app builder.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, IOS, Android.
  • You also want website builder.
Subsplash review

Questions people ask

Is PastorsLine or Subsplash better?
Neither clearly leads. PastorsLine starts at On request and Subsplash at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, PastorsLine or Subsplash?
Subsplash has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for PastorsLine and Free for Subsplash.
Does PastorsLine or Subsplash run on more platforms?
PastorsLine runs on Web, Mobile. Subsplash runs on Web, IOS, Android.
Can I use Subsplash for free?
Yes. Subsplash has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. PastorsLine starts at On request.
What is PastorsLine best used for?
PastorsLine is most often used for two-way sms and voice communication with a church congregation, text-in keywords and automated follow-up for church guests, group texting tied to church management system contacts. Of those, two-way sms and voice communication with a church congregation and text-in keywords and automated follow-up for church guests are not what Subsplash is typically brought in for.
What can PastorsLine do that Subsplash cannot?
PastorsLine covers SMS Messaging, Email Integration, Contact Management, Scheduling. Subsplash covers Custom App Builder, Website Builder, Live Streaming, Giving Platforms. Both handle Analytics, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

PastorsLine: How much does Pastorsline cost?

Pastorsline does not publish pricing details on its main page. The landing page references Text In Church pricing and encourages users to start a free trial, but specific pricing tiers and amounts are not disclosed.

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Subsplash: Is there a free version of Subsplash?

Yes, Subsplash Giving is free to use. It includes mobile and web giving, text giving, donor management, check scanning, and analytics. Transaction fees are 2.3% plus $0.30 for card donations or 1% for ACH transfers.

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PastorsLine: Does Pastorsline offer a free trial?

Yes, Pastorsline offers a free trial option. Users can proceed through 'Step 1: Start Your Free Trial Today' to begin.

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Subsplash: What does Subsplash One include?

Subsplash One is an all-in-one platform including websites, media hosting, apps, live streaming, giving, events, groups, messaging, volunteering tools, check-in, service planning, podcasting, and forms. Pricing varies by organization size.

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PastorsLine: Where can I find Pastorsline pricing information?

The landing page references a Text In Church pricing page for actual pricing tiers and costs. Customers should visit that page or contact the company directly for current rates.

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Subsplash: What is the pricing for Enterprise?

Enterprise pricing is custom and requires contacting Subsplash sales. It includes all One features plus custom API integrations, multi-campus apps, and Rock RMS integration.

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