Text In Church® vs. Clearstream: Which church communication platform is right for you?
At Text In Church®, we understand that every church has unique communication needs. Both Text In Church® and Clearstream offer great solutions, but we believe we provide some key advantages that make us the best fit for churches seeking to build meaningful relationships and engage their congregation effectively.
We focus on personal connection
Our platform is designed to help you connect and build relationships with personalized messaging. We prioritize features like two-way texting that allows for real conversations, guest follow-up workflows, and automatic message triggers designed to nurture relationships.
While Clearstream also offers SMS messaging, it is more transactional in nature, and does not focus as much on relationship-building tools.
Why it matters
Our platform is designed to help you connect and build relationships with personalized messaging. We prioritize features like two-way texting that allows for real conversations, guest follow-up workflows, and automatic message triggers designed to nurture relationships.
Seamless guest follow-up and workflow automation
Our guest follow-up workflows make it simple to stay connected after a visit. From automatically sending a welcome message to scheduling reminders, Text In Church® helps you keep guests engaged long after their first visit, keeping them coming back week after week.
Clearstream provides automations, but their focus is more on bulk text messaging rather than guest engagement workflows specifically tailored for church needs.
Why it matters
Text In Church’s guest follow-up is one of the top reasons churches love our platform. Our automation ensures your guests feel seen, valued, and invited back without the extra work on your end.
Keeping your personal phone number private
A key feature of our platform is helping pastors and church leaders keep their personal phone numbers private while still maintaining communication with the congregation. We provide a local phone number or the option to use your church’s number, ensuring your privacy.
Clearstream also provides number options, but it is not their main focus as it is with Text In Church®.
Why it matters
We recognize how important it is for church leaders to have boundaries while still being accessible. Text In Church® helps you balance both.
Easy to use for any church size
Whether you're a small rural church or a large urban congregation, Text In Church® is designed to be easy to use and scalable for churches of all sizes. Our intuitive interface and responsive support team ensure that anyone can learn the platform quickly
Clearstream also works for a range of churches, but their focus on larger churches and organizations can mean smaller churches may not get the same level of personal support or tailored features.
Why it matters
Text In Church® has a specific focus on making sure even the smallest of churches can have the tools and resources to grow and thrive.
Dedicated Member Experience Team with real church backgrounds
One of our key differentiators is our Member Experience Team. We don't just provide software—we provide personalized support to ensure you’re set up for success from day one. Our team includes individuals who have firsthand experience working in churches, either as former church staff members or current volunteers, so they understand the unique challenges churches face. From onboarding to ongoing guidance, we're here to help every step of the way.
While Clearstream offers support, their team may not have the same depth of experience in church ministry. Their focus is more on technical support rather than offering insights from those who have been in your shoes.
Why it matters
Our Member Experience Team is passionate about helping you grow your ministry, not just use the platform. We bring both technical expertise and real-life church experience to provide the best possible support, whether you’re troubleshooting or seeking advice on communication strategies.
Affordable plans for all churches
Our pricing model is designed to be affordable and transparent. We offer plans that work for churches of any size, ensuring that you don’t pay for more than you need, with no hidden fees.
Clearstream’s pricing is competitive, but Text In Church® provides more features specific to guest follow-up and relationship-building within our plans, offering more value for your investment.
Why it matters
Text In Church® is not just about technology; it’s about ministry. Our pricing reflects our commitment to making effective church communication accessible for all.
Why Text In Church® is the right choice
While both platforms offer strong communication tools, Text In Church® is designed specifically to help churches build and maintain relationships with their communities. Our focus on guest follow-up, personalized engagement, and ease of use for churches of all sizes sets us apart from other platforms, including Clearstream.
