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KidsFirst vs Truece
Both stand on co-parenting apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhone
Choose KidsFirst if both co-parents want free shared tools for communication, scheduling, expense records, and document storage. Look elsewhere if you need to turn off the Conflict Filter, change sent messages, or process payments through the expense tracker.
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Truece combines communication and recordkeeping tools for parenting coordination, with an option for a parent to use it independently. Compare the Basic reporting and storage limits with Enhanced before subscribing.
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| KidsFirst | Truece | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone | Android, iPhone |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Enhanced: $4.99 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | kidsfirst.app | truece.com |
| On co-parenting apps | #11 of 33 | #15 of 33 |
KidsFirst: what it does well
- Separate threads organize discussions by family topic.
- Shared calendar, expense tracking, and document and photo storage are included.
- Sent threads can be exported as timestamped PDFs.
- Free for both parents, with every feature included.
- The maker says messages are not used to train AI.
What to know first
- Both co-parents need the app for shared features.
- The Conflict Filter cannot be disabled.
- Expense tracking does not process payments or banking transactions.
- Sent messages cannot be edited or deleted.
Truece: what it does well
- Archived messages cannot be altered or erased.
- Events can be single or recurring.
- Expense records can include receipt photos.
- Parents choose what information to share.
- One parent can use it without the other joining.
What to know first
- Basic reports cover only the past 60 days.
- Basic includes two reports annually.
- Basic allows one photo per Notes or Expenses submission.
- Enhanced reactivation within one year costs $50.
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