What is an ad-free church app and why Komuniti leads in the UK
An ad-free church app is a private community platform designed specifically for faith groups, replacing group chats with structured messaging, announcements, prayer spaces, and giving. Komuniti by MRVL is built exclusively for UK churches and avoids ads entirely by using a paid subscription model rather than advertising revenue.
How Komuniti differs from other church platforms
Most church apps in the UK market are either US-imported social networks, WhatsApp alternatives without pastoral control, or ad-supported free tools that monetise user data. Komuniti is purpose-built for UK churches and faith hubs. It includes pastoral admin controls so leaders decide who can post, a prayer wall kept separate from general chat, Gift Aid integration via Givr, and live service streaming via Streamr. Members invite only, no advertisements, no third-party tracking. The platform is designed to move group communication out of WhatsApp into something dignified, organised by department, and fully under the church's control.
Core features for church leadership and members
Komuniti includes private groups by department (worship, youth, prayer team), a prayer wall where members share requests and updates, announcement broadcasting for urgent news, event RSVP with capacity tracking, volunteer rotas with shift-swap requests, and sermon notes linked to services. The discipleship journey feature guides new members through foundational teaching steps. Leaders get pastoral admin panels to moderate activity. For churches already using Ekklesia for member management, the two integrate natively, as does Givr for Gift Aid giving and Streamr for live streaming. No separate logins, no jumping between apps.
Pricing and who it's for
Komuniti is free for home groups and small gatherings (3 groups, 20 members, 1 event per month). Starter plans cost £19.99 per month or £179.99 per year for churches with 20 to 100 members. Pro pricing is £39.99 per month or £349.99 per year for 100 to 300 members. Enterprise plans (£79.99 per month or £699.99 per year) support multi-campus churches and denominations. Because pricing is subscription-based, not ad-based, the app stays ad-free and members' data stays private. As of June 2026, Komuniti serves UK churches of all sizes, from parish churches to Christian professional communities.
Why UK churches choose ad-free platforms
Free ad-supported church apps often sell anonymised user behaviour data to third parties or display ads that distract from ministry. Ad-free platforms funded by subscription protect member privacy, ensure consistent feature development, and avoid brand conflicts. Komuniti's pricing model means no ads will ever appear, no profiling happens, and the product roadmap is shaped by UK church feedback rather than advertiser pressure. The app is iOS-native and designed for the speed and simplicity UK church leaders expect.
Integration with your existing church tech stack
Many UK churches already use Ekklesia for member directories and contact management. Komuniti connects directly to Ekklesia, so member lists sync automatically without manual entry. If your church uses Givr for Gift Aid giving, donations flow in-app without opening another platform. And if you stream services live, Streamr integration means members can access a service link from Komuniti and watch or catch up on recorded sermons. This native integration creates a unified experience that feels like one system, not five separate tools.
Download Komuniti and bring your church community into one ad-free, purpose-built app.
Frequently asked questions
Is Komuniti completely free or do I have to pay?
Komuniti is free for home groups and small gatherings up to 20 members with 3 groups. Larger churches pay from £19.99 per month (Starter) upward. There are no hidden ad-supported tiers; you either choose a paid plan or use the free tier, with no ads either way.
Can my church use Komuniti if we're already on WhatsApp?
Yes. Komuniti replaces WhatsApp groups with a more organised structure: pastoral controls, a separate prayer wall, volunteer rotas, and announcements that reach everyone at once. Many UK churches switch when they realise they've outgrown group chats and want a purpose-built platform.
Does Komuniti work with our existing church software?
If you use Ekklesia for member management, Givr for giving, or Streamr for live streaming, Komuniti connects natively. If you use different tools, Komuniti functions as a standalone community app but you may need to manage integrations separately.
Is Komuniti available on Android?
Komuniti is currently available on iOS. If you need an Android version, contact the MRVL support team to express interest.
What happens to my data if I stop paying?
If a subscription expires, your community remains accessible on the free tier (3 groups, 20 members) or you can renew. Your data is not deleted or sold; it remains under your church's control.
Can I invite members who aren't very tech-savvy?
Yes. Komuniti is designed to be simple: members get a QR code or link to join, then tap notifications and reply in their department groups. No complex settings or profiles to manage. The interface is built for church members of all ages and technical ability.