Preachly.io vs Subsplash
Subsplash is a full church-app ecosystem. Preachly.io does one thing — share your service through one link, with nothing to download. Here's how to tell which your church actually needs.
All-in-one vs focused
Subsplash bundles a custom app, media hosting, giving, and websites — comprehensive, but a real budget and staffing commitment. Preachly.io is intentionally narrow: it shares everything from a service through one link and QR code, with no app and no account for the people you're trying to reach. Live in minutes, not weeks.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Preachly.io | Subsplash |
|---|---|---|
| No app to download | ✓ | ✗ |
| Launch in minutes | ✓ | Weeks |
| Share full service via one link | ✓ | Varies |
| Sermon slides in a viewer | ✓ | Varies |
| Worship songs with streaming links | ✓ | Varies |
| Per-service QR code | ✓ | Varies |
| Connect cards → Planning Center People | ✓ | Separate module |
| Custom branded native app | ✗ | ✓ |
| Media hosting & websites | Links | ✓ |
| Lower cost / faster setup | ✓ | ✗ |
Which should your church pick?
If you want a full app ecosystem and have the team and budget to run it, Subsplash is built for that. If your real goal is to get Sunday's content into your congregation's hands without asking anyone to download anything, Preachly.io gets you there faster and reaches the guests an app never will. And it's two-way: a connect card on your page captures first-time guests, prayer requests, and next steps straight into Planning Center People — no app, no separate module to set up.
Frequently asked questions
Is Preachly.io cheaper than Subsplash?
Generally, yes. Subsplash is an all-in-one platform with custom pricing that reflects an app, media hosting, giving, and websites. Preachly.io is focused software at $39/month (Solo) or $79/month (Team), with a free plan to start and no credit card required, built specifically for sharing each service.
Do attendees need to download an app?
With Subsplash, the full experience lives in a downloaded app. With Preachly.io, there is no app at all — attendees scan a QR code or tap a link and everything opens in their phone browser, which removes the biggest barrier for guests and occasional attendees.
How fast can we get started?
A custom church app platform like Subsplash typically takes weeks to design, build, and launch. With Preachly.io you can build and share a service page in minutes — or import a Planning Center plan in about 30 seconds.
Can we use Preachly.io and Subsplash together?
Yes. Some churches keep a Subsplash app for committed members and media, and use Preachly.io as the no-download link they put on the screen so every attendee — including first-time guests — can grab the service content instantly.