FreeShow is free and open-source, but requires a download. Reuna is also free to start: begin in the browser, project with the Mac and Windows app, and everything stays synced in the cloud — a managed option for churches that want less local setup.
| Caracteristica | Reuna | FreeShow |
|---|---|---|
| Platform | ✓Browser (any OS) + Mac and Windows app | Desktop app (Electron) |
| Installation required | ✓Not to start — web, plus a free Mac and Windows app | Yes, desktop download |
| Price | Free — from $0 | Free (open-source) |
| Support | ✓Direct support on paid plans | Community support |
| Multi-screen | Up to 4 screens | Yes |
| Remote control | ✓Pro/Church, via QR | Via companion app |
| Stage display | Yes, any browser | Yes |
| Bible library | Yes, with local cache | Yes |
| Animated backgrounds | ✓20+ real-time effects | Basic backgrounds |
| Automatic updates | ✓Always up to date | Manual app updates |
| UI/UX | ✓Modern browser UI | Desktop open-source UI |
| Installs on the computer | ✓Yes — free Mac and Windows app, and it also runs in the browser | Yes, with an installer |
| Choosing each output's monitor | ✓Display menu when you open, and it remembers | Drag the window or configure it in the OS |
FreeShow is built with Electron and requires downloading an installer before you can start. With Reuna you open a tab on any device and your workspace is ready; the Mac and Windows app is optional and brings the same data.
FreeShow relies on volunteer community support through GitHub and Discord. Reuna offers direct support channels on paid plans and dedicated support on Church.
Reuna was designed around service planning, real-time preview and intuitive drag-and-drop for rotating church teams.
With FreeShow you manage your own updates, deal with OS compatibility, and troubleshoot issues alone. Reuna is a managed service — the web and the app update themselves, and your data lives in the cloud. Your team focuses on worship, not on IT.
Is FreeShow really free like Reuna?
Both have free options. FreeShow is open-source and completely free, but requires downloading and installing a desktop application. Reuna has a permanent free plan that works in the browser, plus a free Mac and Windows app when you need it. Reuna also offers paid plans with advanced features.
What support does FreeShow offer compared to Reuna?
FreeShow relies on community support through GitHub issues and Discord. Reuna offers direct support channels for paid plans, including dedicated support on Church.
Does Reuna require installation like FreeShow?
Not to get started. FreeShow requires downloading and installing an Electron app on your computer. Reuna works in the browser — open it and start projecting. If you want outputs pinned to each projector, the Mac and Windows app is free and updates itself.
Which has a better interface, FreeShow or Reuna?
Reuna was designed with a professional, modern interface focused on simplicity. Every detail — from drag-and-drop service planning to real-time preview — was crafted for a smooth experience. FreeShow is functional but has a steeper learning curve and a less refined visual design.
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