Tithe.ly vs Planning Center
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Church Management Software (2026). Last verified June 13, 2026.
The short answer
Planning Center ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #2) for Churches managing members and giving. A flexible, modular system where each component is a best-in-class tool.
At a glance
| Tithe.ly | Planning Center | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #2 / The 11 Best Church Management Software (2026) | #1 / The 11 Best Church Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9 | 9.2 |
| Best for | All-in-one with great giving tools | Modular, a la carte ChMS |
| Pricing | $$ ($119 to $300/mo) | $$ ($100 to $500/mo) |
| HQ | Nashville, USA | Carlsbad, USA |
| Founded | 2015 | 2006 |
Tithe.ly
An excellent value all-in-one suite with top-tier digital giving features.
www.tithe.lySee full entry in The 11 Best Church Management Software (2026)
Planning Center
A flexible, modular system where each component is a best-in-class tool.
www.planningcenter.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Church Management Software (2026)
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