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Hearth Display vs Howbout

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.

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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Howbout

Free plan AndroidiPhone

Choose Howbout if your group wants a shared calendar that combines availability, event details, plan chats, and reminders. The Free plan covers core coordination, while Howbout+ is for people seeking premium customization and additional planning features. Consider another option if you need a fixed Howbout+ price across countries or platforms.

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The facts

Hearth DisplayHowbout
Free planA free trialYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAndroid, iPhoneAndroid, iPhone
Lowest paid planFamily Membership — 3-Year: $5.76 a yearFree or on request
Plans published54
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitehearthdisplay.comhowbout.app
On family calendar apps#38 of 43#16 of 43

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

Howbout: what it does well

  • Shows friends’ free, busy, or possibly available status
  • Plans include place, time, RSVP details, and reminders
  • Plan chats support messages, media, GIFs, and tickets
  • Offers Friends, Close Friends, and private sharing choices
  • Connects Google Calendar and supports native calendar syncing

What to know first

  • Howbout+ prices vary by country and platform
  • Howbout+ billing and refunds go through the app stores
  • The privacy policy says users must represent that they are at least 13

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