BCC Text vs Flocknote

BCC Text is an iOS app for sending one message as separate private conversations instead of a group thread. Each recipient is hidden from the others, and replies return only to the sender. You can choose contacts, import a CSV, save named groups, personalize text with tokens, and attach images. Messages can be sent through Messages, WhatsApp, or Google Voice from your own number. Apple Shortcuts can automate sending, or you can send manually from the list. The FAQ says sending takes roughly one message every 1–2 seconds and requires a send action for each contact. BCC Text says it suits relationship-based messaging for groups of 20–100, rather than bulk marketing. A free trial provides three messages and all features without a credit card. Paid plans start at $5/mo.

Flocknote gives churches and ministries tools for communication, member records, events, and online giving. Users can send email or text messages to groups or individuals. Member records can include custom profile fields, household groupings, relationships, attendance, and documents. Signups cover registrations, RSVPs, polls, surveys, volunteering, and event payments. The Starter plan is free for life for 0–40 members; for 41–50 members it costs $10 monthly, and for 51–70 members it costs $17 monthly. Complete costs $75 a month plus the Starter price based on total members; for 0–40 members, it costs $75. Enterprise has custom pricing for diocesan and multi-campus organizations. U.S. plans include online giving without setup or monthly fees, but transaction fees are 1.1% plus 30¢ for ACH and 2.9% plus 30¢ for credit or debit cards. Administrators are advised to use a mobile browser; members can receive messages without downloading an app. Flocknote is web-based and offers email support.