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FamilyWall 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.

FamilyWall

Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

FamilyWall combines family planning and communication tools, with core calendar and list features on its free plan. Premium adds planning, storage, calendar-sync, and location features; its location function is intended for personal use, not emergencies.

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Hearth Display

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.

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The facts

	FamilyWall	Hearth Display
Free plan	Yes	A free trial
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Android, iPhone, Web	Android, iPhone
Lowest paid plan	Premium: $4.99 a month	Family Membership — 3-Year: $5.76 a year
Plans published	5	5
Maker	FamilyWall	Not published
Website	familywall.com	hearthdisplay.com
On family calendar apps	#11 of 43	#38 of 43

FamilyWall: what it does well

Free plan includes shared calendar and family lists.
Shopping lists are available offline.
Private messages support text, voice, photos, and video.
Premium includes 25 GB of storage.

What to know first

Google and Outlook calendar sync requires Premium.
Premium costs $4.99 per month or $44.99 per year.
Location sharing is not suitable as an emergency locator.

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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