Head-to-head · Church Check-In Software
ChurchSuite vs B1 Checkin
ChurchSuite leads on 0 checks, B1 Checkin on 5, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreChurchSuite · 7.4/10
- Free planonly B1 Checkin
- Most featuresB1 Checkin · 4 of 6
ChurchSuite scores higher on our rubric for church check-in software: 7.4 against 7.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #8.
B1 Checkin offers free plan; ChurchSuite doesn't publish it. B1 Checkin offers badge printing; ChurchSuite doesn't publish it. B1 Checkin offers family linking; ChurchSuite doesn't publish it. B1 Checkin offers safety alerts; ChurchSuite doesn't publish it. B1 Checkin offers attendance reports; ChurchSuite doesn't publish it.
ChurchSuite is the better fit for churches needing check-in plus ministry operations. B1 Checkin is the better fit for churches wanting free kiosk check-in.
- ChurchSuite fits best
Churches needing check-in plus ministry operations
- B1 Checkin fits best
Churches wanting free kiosk check-in
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Side by side
| Feature | ChurchSuite 7.4/10 Visit ↗ | B1 Checkin 7.0/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 7.4 | 7.0 |
| Ranking | #4 in Church Check-In Software | #8 in Church Check-In Software |
| Best for | Churches needing check-in plus ministry operations | Churches wanting free kiosk check-in |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free |
| Starting price | Not published | Not published |
| Free plan | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Docs | Email, Docs |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features ChurchSuite 0/6 · B1 Checkin 4/6 | ||
| Badge printing | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| Family linking | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| Safety alerts | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| Digital badges | Not published | Not published |
| Attendance reports | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| Multi-site support | Not published | Not published |
| Specs | ||
| Check-in modes | Not published | Kiosk |
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| Our verdict | ChurchSuite is web-based church management software for churches and charities that need more than children’s check-in alone. Its modules cover contact and member database management, events, children’s ministry, small groups, volunteer… Read the review → |
B1 Checkin is a self-service kiosk application for churches using the B1 platform. Families can search for their household, review family members, assign service groups, and complete attendance check-in without volunteer assistance. It… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
ChurchSuite — where it wins
- Combines children’s check-in with 10 church management modules
- Supports web, iOS and Android access for churches and members
- Includes groups, volunteer rotas, messaging, giving and room bookings
Where it doesn't
- Integrations are limited to Google Calendar and iCal
- The complete feature set requires the $56 monthly Suite plan
- Pricing varies by region, currency and applicable VAT
B1 Checkin — where it wins
- Free forever with no tiers, trials, or per-member pricing
- Supports family lookup, guest check-in, labels, and pickup slips
- Adds capacity and volunteer-ratio controls for safer check-in workflows
Where it doesn't
- Designed specifically for kiosk check-in workflows
- Attendance records depend on B1 Admin
- Platform support is limited to iOS and Android
- ChurchSuite7.4/10 · Pricing on request
A broad church operations suite with children’s check-in, messaging, giving and more.
Visit ChurchSuiteFull verdict → - B1 Checkin7.0/10 · Free plan
A free kiosk check-in app for churches already using B1 Admin.
Visit B1 CheckinFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026
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