Holyrics review
A broad free church presentation tool with optional online and API-focused tiers.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Holyrics is presentation software for churches and worship events that need to display song lyrics, Bible verses, text, images, audio, and video. It suits teams looking for a broad set of service-presentation basics across Windows, Linux, macOS, and Android. Playlists, custom themes, announcements, alerts, countdowns, reports, Stage View, and mobile control extend it beyond simple lyric projection.
The free plan is the main reason to consider Holyrics for a cost-conscious church. Its published feature set includes lyric organization, multiple Bible translations, media playback, custom presentation backgrounds, return-monitor content, mobile control, activity reports, and an HTTP API server. The optional subscription service adds online capabilities through three named tiers. Basic adds online sharing, Telegram chatbot features, and custom messages via the internet. Advanced includes those benefits plus an online API. Advanced + Worshipwide adds the Advanced benefits, a full gallery, and new Worshipwide packs. The published pricing page displays EUR pricing.
Holyrics also fits teams that want a flexible mix of desktop presentation and connected control. VLC Media Player, Telegram, and the HTTP API are the named integrations, while Stage View supports separate content for return monitors and the mobile app can access program data and control presentations. Its breadth makes it a practical choice for churches that want lyrics, Scripture, media, service organization, and operational controls in one product. Teams that need online sharing, Telegram automation, or the online API should choose the relevant paid tier; teams specifically seeking AI features should look elsewhere.
Holyrics pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Free plan covers lyrics, Scripture, media, playlists, and stage view
- Supports Windows, Linux, macOS, and Android
- Includes mobile control, reports, countdowns, and an HTTP API
- Where it doesn't
- Online sharing is limited to the Basic plan and above
- Online API access begins with the Advanced plan
- AI features are not included
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