Head-to-head · Church Check-In Software
KidCheck vs B1 Checkin
KidCheck leads on 1 check, B1 Checkin on 2, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreKidCheck · 8.5/10
- Free planonly B1 Checkin
KidCheck scores higher on our rubric for church check-in software: 8.5 against 7.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #8.
B1 Checkin offers free plan; KidCheck doesn't. On check-in modes, KidCheck gives you Both where B1 Checkin offers Kiosk. B1 Checkin offers family linking; KidCheck doesn't publish it. KidCheck offers digital badges; B1 Checkin doesn't publish it.
KidCheck is the better fit for dedicated, high-control children’s check-in. B1 Checkin is the better fit for churches wanting free kiosk check-in.
- KidCheck fits best
Dedicated, high-control children’s check-in
- B1 Checkin fits best
Churches wanting free kiosk check-in
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Side by side
| Feature | KidCheck 8.5/10 Visit ↗ | B1 Checkin 7.0/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.5 | 7.0 |
| Ranking | #2 in Church Check-In Software | #8 in Church Check-In Software |
| Best for | Dedicated, high-control children’s check-in | Churches wanting free kiosk check-in |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free |
| Starting price | $25/mo | Not published |
| Free plan | — | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Phone, Docs | Email, Docs |
| Integrations | 4 integrations | 2 integrations |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features KidCheck 4/6 · B1 Checkin 4/6 | ||
| Badge printing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Family linking | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| Safety alerts | ✓ | ✓ |
| Digital badges | ✓ (best) | Not published |
| Attendance reports | ✓ | ✓ |
| Multi-site support | Not published | Not published |
| Specs | ||
| Check-in modes | Both | Kiosk |
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| Our verdict | KidCheck is a web-based children’s and youth check-in platform for churches, childcare organizations, fitness clubs, activity centers, and camps. It supports facility-based and mobile check-in through the web, Windows, macOS, iOS, and… 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
KidCheck — where it wins
- Multiple mobile and facility-based check-in modes
- Badges, security codes, guardian receipts, and notifications
- Attendance, capacity, ratio, visitor, and custom reporting
Where it doesn't
- Starts at $25 per check-in device each month
- Advanced scheduling and branding require higher plans
- Integrations focus on selected church management systems
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
- KidCheck8.5/10 · From $25/mo
A focused, high-control check-in platform with broad device support and per-device pricing.
Visit KidCheckFull 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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