Side by side
FamilyHQ vs Hearth Display
Both stand on family 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 AndroidiPhoneWeb
FamilyHQ is built around organizing school email into schedules, summaries, and family action items. Its Starter plan is free, while higher email limits and family sharing are on paid plans.
Visit FamilyHQ Free trial AndroidiPhone
Hearth Display combines a family touchscreen, mobile companion, calendar connections, routines, lists, and meal planning. Buyers should account for the hardware cost and required paid membership.
Visit Hearth DisplayThe facts
| FamilyHQ | Hearth Display | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, iPhone |
| Lowest paid plan | Family: $4.99 a month | Family Membership — 3-Year: $5.76 a year |
| Plans published | 3 | 5 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | getfamilyhq.com | hearthdisplay.com |
| On family calendar apps | #10 of 43 | #38 of 43 |
FamilyHQ: what it does well
- Summarizes each child’s week and highlights items needing action.
- Extracts deadlines for permission slips, payments, and supplies.
- Syncs with Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, and Outlook.
- Users can choose forwarded mail, delete data, or export it.
What to know first
- Starter is limited to 10 emails per month.
- Family plan allows 50 emails per month.
- Cafeteria and Summer Camps features are coming soon.
Hearth Display: what it does well
- Syncs Google, iCal, and Outlook calendars
- Supports recurring routines and children’s rewards
- Includes shared and private list options
- Companion App manages events and to-dos
- Offers Privacy Mode after inactivity
What to know first
- No free plan
- $629.10 hardware purchase
- Membership required for setup and premium features
- Daily view shows up to 24 hours
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