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FamCal vs KOrganizer
Both stand on calendar apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1
FamCal combines shared calendars and household lists with recipes, memos, and trip expense tracking. Review the shared-account sign-in model and the annual subscription renewal terms before choosing Premium.
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Free plan Linux
Choose KOrganizer if you want a free Linux calendar with task lists, reminders, and calendar sharing. Its Kontact and KDE PIM integration may suit users working with those applications; look elsewhere if you need a platform beyond Linux.
Visit KOrganizerThe facts
| FamCal | KOrganizer | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web | Linux |
| Lowest paid plan | FamCal Premium Subscription (annual): $39.99 a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | FamCal | Not published |
| Website | famcal.app | apps.kde.org |
| On calendar apps | #48 of 194 | #52 of 194 |
FamCal: what it does well
- Calendar offers month, week, and agenda views.
- Members can assign tasks and set reminders.
- Recipes can feed ingredients into shopping lists.
- Trip expenses export as PDF or CSV.
What to know first
- Family members share an account password.
- Annual Premium renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before expiry.
- Apple's tracking disclosure is unverified.
KOrganizer: what it does well
- Supports multiple calendars and to-do lists.
- Invitations can be sent by email and responses processed.
- Works with NextCloud, Kolab, and Google Calendar.
- Supports vCalendar and iCalendar data formats.
- Free to use on Linux.
What to know first
- Available for Linux only.
- No free trial is offered.
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