Arbor vs Churchteams
Arbor
goarbor.orgChurchteams
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| Figure | Arbor | Churchteams |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $5.83/mo | $10/mo |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 7 | 2 |
| Spec score · Small Group Management Software | 9.3 (#1) | 8.1 (#13) |
| Security | Google Play says the app encrypts data in transit, does not share data with third parties, and allows users to request data deletion. | Churchteams says it requires encrypted SSL/TLS access, offers nine customizable security levels, and supports multi-factor authentication for staff logins. |
| Support | The site lists [email protected] as its contact email. | Support includes a knowledge base, email support, on-demand videos, webinars, onboarding calls, and personalized support and training with an account. |
Plans
Arbor
- FreeFree
- Leader$7.99 a month
- Leader monthly$7.99 a month
- Church$49.99 a month
- Church monthly$49.99 a month
- Leader annual$69.99 a year
- Church annual$499.99 a year
In their own words
Arbor
Arbor is a Christian discipleship app for individuals, groups, and group leaders on Android and iOS. Its Daily Walk connects a Bible verse and reflection with a practical step; the app also includes a Bible, reading plans, a prayer journal, daily challenges, and streaks. Groups can use chat, a shared prayer wall, Group Pulse, a shared Daily Walk, and accountability circles. Leaders can create groups, schedule gatherings, send reminders, and prepare custom studies and reading plans. Arbor GO connects groups with community needs, supports service coordination, and records completed projects in God at Work. Churches and nonprofits can submit needs, and each submission is reviewed before it reaches users. Arbor Youth offers students daily faith features and group chat, plus tools for youth leaders; its Android app is described as coming soon. Solo users and group members can use Arbor free, while the group leader subscribes. Leader plans include up to 15 members; Church plans support up to 10 groups, with 25 members per group or 35 for Youth. Monthly plans cost $7.99 a month and $49.99 a month; annual plans cost $69.99 a year and $499.99 a year, respectively. Paid plans include a 30-day free trial.
Churchteams
Churchteams has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.