Tithely Tap-to-Give vs Tap.Giving
Save thousands on your church's NFC giving solution. See the real cost difference between Tithely's tap-to-give and Tap.Giving's transparent pricing.
Cost Comparison: First Year
Tithely Tap-to-Give
For 200 plates
Tap.Giving
For 200 plates
in the first year alone!
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
See exactly what you get with each solution
| Feature | Tithely Tap-to-Give | Tap.Giving |
|---|---|---|
| Setup Fee | $1,200 | $0 |
| Monthly Fee | $99/month | $0 |
| Per Plate Cost (200-399) | $4.00 | $4.00 |
| Per Plate Cost (400+) | $4.00 | $3.50 |
| Free Shipping | ||
| Works with Any Giving Platform | ||
| NFC Technology | ||
| Custom Branding | ||
| Email Support | ||
| 5-Year Total Cost (200 plates) | $7,140 | $800 |
Pros and Cons Analysis
Tithely Tap-to-Give
Pros
- Established brand with marketing presence
- Integrated with Tithely giving platform
- Professional support team
Cons
- Expensive: $1,200 setup + $99/month
- Ongoing costs: $1,188/year in fees alone
- No volume discounts for larger orders
- Additional shipping costs
Tap.Giving
Pros
- Transparent pricing: No hidden fees — view pricing
- No setup fees: Start immediately
- No monthly costs: One-time purchase
- Volume discounts: $3.50/plate for 400+
- Free shipping included
- Works with Tithely, Subsplash, Planning Center & more
Cons
- Newer company with less market presence
- Requires integration setup with your platform
5-Year Total Cost Analysis
See the true long-term financial impact
Tithely Tap-to-Give (200 units)
Tap.Giving (200 units)
over 5 years!
Enough to fully fund a missions trip or youth program. Get a free quote to see the exact savings for your church.
Tithely Pricing in 2026 (At a Glance)
A snapshot of Tithely's current public pricing — free tier plus paid tiers for church management. For a full breakdown, see our Tithely Pricing & Fees 2026 guide.
| Tithely Plan | Monthly Fee | Transaction Fee | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tithely Giving (Free) | $0 | 2.9% + $0.30 card / 1% + $0.30 ACH | Small churches testing digital giving |
| Tithely Elevate | ~$119/mo | Same as free tier | Churches wanting ChMS + giving bundle |
| Tithely Sites (Websites) | ~$50–$100/mo add-on | N/A | Churches needing a website platform |
| Tithely Tap (NFC tags) | Hardware ~$5–$10/tag | Platform fees apply | Existing Tithely users wanting NFC |
| Tap.Giving Plates (pair with any Tithely plan) | $3.50–$4.50/plate one-time | $0 from us | Churches wanting NFC without lock-in |
Prices reflect publicly listed Tithely rates as of 2026. Verify current pricing at tithe.ly/pricing. Tap.Giving works with every Tithely plan listed — including the free tier.
Which Solution is Right for Your Church?
Choose Tithely Tap-to-Give If:
- You're already using Tithely for giving management
- You prefer established brands with extensive marketing
- Budget allows for $1,200 setup + $99/month ongoing
- You want fully integrated platform management
Choose Tap.Giving If:
- You want to save $7,340+ over 5 years
- You prefer transparent, upfront pricing
- You're happy with your current giving platform
- You want to avoid ongoing monthly commitments
- You need to start immediately without setup delays
Want transparent numbers before you decide? Visit our Tap.Giving pricing page for per-plate costs and savings calculators, then start your order online in minutes when you're ready to deploy NFC giving.
Ready to Save $7,340 Over 5 Years?
Get the same NFC tap-to-give technology without Tithely's $1,200 setup fee and $99/month costs.
💡 Smart Church Budget Tip
The $7,340 you save by choosing Tap.Giving over Tithely could fund a part-time youth pastor for 6 months or completely renovate your children's ministry space.