Your church deserves
more than a template.
Custom native apps for evangelical and non-denominational churches. Sermon series, small groups, online giving, worship team scheduling, and kids check-in. Your church. Your brand. Your code.
Trusted by growing churches across the country. No setup fee. No long-term contracts.
Your congregation expects more.
Members interact with apps like Instagram, Spotify, and Amazon every day. Then they open your church app and get a clunky template from 2018.
64%
of churchgoers say
digital engagement matters
73%
listen to sermons
outside of Sunday
42%
of churches saw giving
increase with an app
3.5x
higher engagement
vs. church websites
Sources: Barna Group, Pushpay Research, Grey Matter Research
Everything your church needs in one app
Sermons, small groups, giving, events, and more. All custom-built around how your church actually operates.
Sermon Series Library
Upload by series, speaker, and topic. Audio, video, and notes. Members listen, share, and bookmark.
Small Group Finder
Browse by topic, day, location. Leaders manage attendance, prayer requests, and resources.
Online Giving & Tithe
Recurring tithe, one-time gifts, and designated funds. Give in 2 taps. Annual statements auto-generated.
Worship Team Scheduling
Manage worship team, volunteers, and roles. Confirm availability, swap shifts, get reminders.
Kids & Youth Check-in
Secure digital check-in with parent alerts, allergy info, and pickup codes.
Prayer Wall
Members share prayer requests and pray for one another throughout the week.
Event Calendar
Services, conferences, youth events, men's and women's ministry, mission trips. All in one place.
Daily Devotionals
Daily devotional, Bible reading plan, or verse of the day pushed to every member.
How Buildify compares to other church apps
Side-by-side with Subsplash, Pushpay, and Church Center by Planning Center.
| Feature | Buildify | Subsplash | Pushpay | Church Center |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Custom Native App | 100% Custom | Template | Template App | PCO Add-on |
| Monthly Cost | $250/mo | $199-$499/mo | $399+/mo | $99+/mo |
| Code Ownership | You Own It | Platform-locked | Platform-locked | Platform-locked |
| Sermon Library | Full Player | Included | Basic | No |
| Online Giving | Native | Included | Core Product | Separate |
| Push Notifications | Unlimited | Plan-limited | Included | Basic |
| Small Groups | Built-in | Add-on | No | Via PCO Groups |
| Kids Check-in | Custom | No | No | Separate |
| Setup Fee | $0 | Varies | Yes | $0 |
What leaders are saying
"We were paying $450/mo for Subsplash and our app looked identical to every other church. Buildify built us a custom app that reflects our brand. Sermon downloads tripled."
Pastor James Whitfield
Lead Pastor, Cornerstone Community Church
Nashville, TN
"Small group sign-ups were always paper forms and spreadsheets. Now members join in the app. We went from 35% participation to 60% in one quarter."
Sarah Mitchell
Connections Director, Grace Fellowship
Austin, TX
"Code ownership convinced our board. If we leave, we take the entire app. No other provider offers that. At $250/mo, it was a no-brainer."
Elder David Park
Executive Board, New Life Church
Charlotte, NC
Simple, transparent pricing.
One plan. No per-member fees, no surprises.
Church Plan
Everything you need. Nothing you do not.
- Custom native app
Your name on the App Store. Custom design, not a template.
- $0 setup fee
No upfront costs. We build it, we launch it, you pay monthly.
- You own the code
Full source code ownership. Leave anytime and take everything.
- Cancel anytime
Month-to-month. No penalties, no long contracts.
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Why a custom app matters for your church
Template apps look the same, feel the same, and limit what you can do. Your church is not a template.
Your Brand, Not Theirs
Subsplash and Pushpay apps all look the same because they are the same. Your church has a unique voice and culture. Your app should reflect that.
You Own the Code
With template platforms, you rent access. Stop paying, lose everything. With Buildify, the source code is yours forever.
Built to Grow With You
Template apps hit feature walls. Need a custom integration or a branded experience for your conference? With custom code, anything is possible.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions from pastors, executive pastors, and church boards.
How is this different from Subsplash?
Subsplash gives you a templated app that looks like every other church. We build a 100% custom native app your church owns. No shared templates, no platform lock-in.
How is this different from Pushpay or Church Center?
Pushpay and Planning Center cost $500+/mo bundled. We provide a single custom app with all features for $250/mo. And you own the code.
Can we manage sermon series?
Yes. Upload audio and video, organize by series, speaker, and topic. Members listen on demand, share clips, and take notes.
Does it support small group management?
Yes. Members browse by topic, location, and day. Leaders manage attendance, prayer requests, and communication.
How does online giving work?
Secure in-app giving with recurring tithe, one-time donations, and designated funds. Annual statements generated automatically.
Can we send push notifications?
Unlimited. Service changes, event reminders, prayer chain alerts, volunteer call-outs, and sermon drops.
Does it integrate with Planning Center?
We can integrate with most popular ChMS platforms including Planning Center, Church Windows, and Fellowship One.
How fast can we launch?
Most church apps launch within 2 to 3 weeks. We handle design, development, and App Store submission.
Do we need a tech team?
No. We build, design, and maintain everything. Your staff focuses on ministry.
Is there a long-term contract?
No. Month-to-month. Cancel anytime with no penalties.
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