The modern Elvanto alternative
built for discipleship.
Elvanto's complex, outdated interface costs churches valuable time — and it has no AI, no member journaling, and no discipleship tools. HolyJot delivers everything in one modern platform, free to start.
Free for up to 50 members · 5-minute setup · No contracts
Why churches are leaving Elvanto
Outdated, complex UI
Elvanto's interface was built for a different era of software. Administrators spend hours navigating menus and training volunteers. HolyJot's modern design gets your team productive on day one.
No AI or discipleship features
Elvanto has no AI tools, no individual faith journaling, and no Bible study features for members. HolyJot's FaithAI and discipleship tools help your congregation grow spiritually, not just organizationally.
Expensive for small churches
Elvanto's pricing tiers can be difficult to justify for smaller congregations getting limited value from a feature set that hasn't kept pace. HolyJot starts free and grows with you at predictable, all-inclusive pricing.
HolyJot vs. Elvanto
Frequently asked questions
Why are churches looking for an Elvanto alternative?
Elvanto (now Elvanto by Faithlife) has an outdated, complex interface that requires significant administrator training. It lacks modern AI features, individual discipleship journaling for members, and can be expensive for smaller congregations. Many churches find the UX frustrating compared to newer platforms.
What does HolyJot offer that Elvanto doesn't?
HolyJot includes AI-powered discipleship tools, individual faith journaling for every member, Bible reading plans, an AI chat widget (FaithAI) for your church website, and a modern mobile-first design — none of which are available in Elvanto. HolyJot also offers a free starter plan with no credit card required.
Is HolyJot affordable for small churches?
Yes. HolyJot's Starter plan is free forever for churches up to 50 members and includes member management, events, giving, sermon library, and FaithAI. Paid plans start at $49/month with everything included — no per-module fees.
How long does it take to migrate from Elvanto to HolyJot?
Most churches complete their initial setup in under 10 minutes. Member import, online giving setup, and your first event can all be live the same day. HolyJot's onboarding is designed to get you running quickly without complex configuration.
Does HolyJot have the same administration features as Elvanto?
HolyJot covers all core church admin needs: member management, attendance tracking, events and RSVPs, small groups, online giving, and reporting. It also adds features Elvanto doesn't have — AI tools, individual member journaling, sermon libraries, and a website AI widget — in one clean, modern interface.
Ready to switch from Elvanto?
Get your church set up on HolyJot in 5 minutes. Modern tools, AI discipleship, and a free plan that scales with your congregation.