OpenSongApp vs SongShowPlus

Struggling to choose between OpenSongApp and SongShowPlus? Both products offer unique advantages, making it a tough decision.

OpenSongApp is a Home & Family solution with tags like lyrics, worship, church, open-source.

It boasts features such as Cross-platform support (Windows, Mac, Linux), Import/export songs in various formats, Arrange songs into customizable playlists/sets, Display chords, lyrics, Bible verses, images on slides, Multiple display options (1 screen, 2 screens, stage display), Integrated CCLI songsearch, Support for various languages, Customizable themes, Remote control through mobile devices and pros including Free and open source, Easy to use interface, Active development community, Supports multiple languages, Customizable features and layouts, Available on all major platforms.

On the other hand, SongShowPlus is a Audio & Music product tagged with lyrics, music, worship, concerts, events.

Its standout features include Display lyrics, scripture, images, videos, Create playlists of songs/scripture, Rehearse with automatic scrolling, Use text formatting, colors, transitions, Sync with MIDI devices, Remote control with mobile devices, and it shines with pros like Easy to create presentations, Powerful features for churches, Integrates with Planning Center, Solid presentation capabilities.

Feature	OpenSongApp	SongShowPlus
Overall Score	N/A	N/A
Primary Category	Home & Family	Audio & Music

Product Overview

OpenSongApp

Description: OpenSongApp is an open-source, cross-platform lyrics projection software for churches. It allows easy creation and management of song libraries and displays lyrics during worship services. Simple interface makes it easy for non-technical volunteers to use.

SongShowPlus

Description: SongShowPlus is presentation software designed specifically for live musical performances. It allows users to create scrolling lyrics, scripture, announcements, images, and videos to display during worship services, concerts, and other events.

Key Features Comparison

OpenSongApp Features

• Cross-platform support (Windows, Mac, Linux)
• Import/export songs in various formats
• Arrange songs into customizable playlists/sets
• Display chords, lyrics, Bible verses, images on slides
• Multiple display options (1 screen, 2 screens, stage display)
• Integrated CCLI songsearch
• Support for various languages
• Customizable themes
• Remote control through mobile devices

SongShowPlus Features

• Display lyrics, scripture, images, videos
• Create playlists of songs/scripture
• Rehearse with automatic scrolling
• Use text formatting, colors, transitions
• Sync with MIDI devices
• Remote control with mobile devices

Pros & Cons Analysis

OpenSongApp

Pros

• Free and open source
• Easy to use interface
• Active development community
• Supports multiple languages
• Customizable features and layouts
• Available on all major platforms

Cons

• Limited compared to expensive church presentation software
• Less polished look than commercial options
• Lacks advanced features like integrated video
• Volunteers may need training to use effectively

SongShowPlus

Pros

• Easy to create presentations
• Powerful features for churches
• Integrates with Planning Center
• Solid presentation capabilities

Cons

• Steep learning curve
• Clunky interface
• Limited free version
• Only for Windows

Pricing Comparison

OpenSongApp

• Open Source

SongShowPlus

• Subscription-Based