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# Compare MediaShout vs OpenLP

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> Detailed comparison between MediaShout and OpenLP. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | MediaShout | OpenLP |
| **Overall rating** | 4.3/5 | 3.9/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 313 | 26 |
| **Starting Price** | US$21,00 | - |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | - |
| **Free Version** | No | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat | Email/Help Desk, Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Documentation |

## Best for

### MediaShout

Small to medium size churches and ministries.

### OpenLP

On-premise worship presentation solution which helps churches of all sizes import multimedia, create playlists, manage documents and display presentations.

## Key features

### MediaShout

- Content Library
- Customizable Templates
- Data Import/Export
- Drag & Drop
- Event Management
- For Religious Organizations
- Layout & Design
- Media Library
- Multimedia Support
- Offline Editing
- Presentation Streaming
- Scripture Database
- Search/Filter
- Template Management
- Third-Party Integrations
- Video Support
- Worship Planning

### OpenLP

- API
- Content Library
- Customizable Templates
- Data Import/Export
- Drag & Drop
- Dual Monitor
- Full Text Search
- Layout & Design
- Media Library
- Multimedia Support
- Presentation Streaming
- Scripture Database
- Search/Filter
- Template Management
- Third-Party Integrations
- Video Support

## Links

- [View MediaShout Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/140318/mediashout)
- [View OpenLP Profile](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/170167/openlp)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.za/compare/140318/170167/mediashout/vs/openlp)

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