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OpenLP
OpenLP is a free, open-source church presentation platform designed to manage and display various elements of a worship service.
Our verdict
Who it's for
Empower your church services with flexible, open-source worship presentation software.
Who should look elsewhere
Requires manual installation and setup, unlike cloud-based solutions
Pros
- +Completely free and open-source, eliminating subscription costs
- +Cross-platform support for major operating systems
- +Comprehensive remote control capabilities via web and native mobile apps
- +Easy to use with quick setup time
- +Flexible media support through VLC integration
Cons
- −Requires manual installation and setup, unlike cloud-based solutions
- −Reliance on community support for troubleshooting and advanced help
- −Features are tailored for church worship, potentially limiting broader presentation use cases
Key features
- ✓Song management with import, tagging, formatting, and backing tracks
- ✓Media integration via VLC for video and audio playback
- ✓Bible verse display with import, search, and varied formatting options
- ✓Custom slides for liturgy, announcements, and looping content
- ✓Integration with PowerPoint and LibreOffice Impress for external presentations
- ✓Remote control via web app, Android, and iOS applications
- ✓Picture import and slideshow creation with auto-forwarding
- ✓Built-in Stage View accessible from any web-enabled device
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Billing | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | — | month | Cross platform between Linux, Windows, OS X and FreeBSD; Display songs, Bible verses, presentations, images and more; Control OpenLP remotely via your mobile web browser |