# ChoreBucks — Kids Chores & Allowance App

> Family allowance and chore management app with virtual pet and savings goals. (iPhone/iPad app by OsJoL Oy.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chorebucks/id6755791298 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [OsJoL Oy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1856003239)
- Category: Lifestyle, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 116 MB
- Languages: American English, Danish, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian Bokmål, European Portuguese and 2 more
- Released: 2025-12-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chorebucks/id6755791298/reviews.md

## What is ChoreBucks?

ChoreBucks makes managing your family's allowances fun and educational!

TEACH MONEY SKILLS
Help your children understand the value of work and money. Kids complete chores, request approval, and watch their earnings grow until payout. With savings goals and piggy bank tracking, children learn to save for what they want!

VIRTUAL PET SYSTEM
Kids can adopt a virtual pet that grows with their chores! 32 species to discover, from pandas to dragons. Feed your pet by completing chores, teach it tricks, and customize it with 50+ HD accessories — drag, scale, and rotate each one for the perfect fit. Watch it evolve from baby to adult!

GAMIFICATION
• XP & Levels: Earn experience points for every chore
• Streaks: Build daily streaks and earn bonus rewards
• Family Challenges: Compete or cooperate with siblings
• Family vs Family: Challenge other families and compete anonymously!
• Top Families Leaderboard: See how your family ranks

SHOPPING & TODO LISTS
• Shared family shopping and todo lists
• Group items by category for faster shopping trips
• Per-member access control
• iOS Dynamic Island shopping mode
• Check off items in real time

HOME SCREEN WIDGETS
• My Day: chores, pet, streak, earnings at a glance
• Family Overview: pending approvals, children's progress, period countdown
• Available on both iOS and Android with full localization

SCREEN TIME REWARDS
• Kids earn screen time by completing chores
• Request extra minutes for specific apps
• Parents approve or deny - you stay in control
• Enable in Settings > Chores > Screen Time Rewards

HOW IT WORKS

For Parents:
• Set up your family's allowance rules in minutes
• Choose flat or age-based allowances
• Customize settings per child: allowance, screen time, deductions
• Create permanent chores or one-time tasks
• Schedule chores per day of week (e.g. music on Mondays only)
• Add a photo to one-time chores so kids see exactly what to do
• Pin favorite chores to the top of the list
• Post first-come-first-served opportunities for kids to claim
• Approve completed chores with a single tap
• Track each child's progress, XP level, and earnings
• View chore history - see who did what and when

For Kids:
• See available chores and their values
• Claim first-come-first-served opportunities
• Mark chores as complete and request approval
• Watch earnings grow with a countdown to payout
• Request early payment when you need it
• Set savings goals and track progress with a piggy bank
• Care for your virtual pet and teach it tricks!

SAVINGS & PIGGY BANK
• Set personalized savings goals (new bike, video game, etc.)
• Visual progress bars show how close you are
• "X weeks to go" estimates based on allowance
• Track deposits from gifts and spending on purchases

SAVINGS VAULT
• A locked pot kept separate from the piggy bank — you approve every deposit and release
• Vault savings can earn a monthly bonus, and at payout you can send part of earnings straight to it

BUILT FOR FAMILIES
• Easy child login with family code and PIN
• Share invite codes via QR code
• Biometric login (fingerprint/face) for quick access
• Invite co-parents (with change notifications)
• Weekly family digest emails
• Font size settings for accessibility
• Available in 12 languages: English, Finnish, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Hungarian, Japanese

PRIVACY FIRST
• Children's data stays within your family
• No ads, no data selling
• Photo proofs auto-delete after approval

Start building healthy money habits today. Download ChoreBucks!

Terms of Use: https://chorebucksapp.com/en/terms
Privacy Policy: https://chorebucksapp.com/en/privacy

## Key features

- Chore tracking and allowance management
- Virtual pet system with 32 species
- Savings goals and piggy bank tracking
- Gamification with XP, levels, and streaks
- Shared family shopping and to-do lists
- Screen time rewards for completed chores
- Customizable chore scheduling

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ChoreBucks Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| ChoreBucks Annual | $17.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ChoreBucks Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chorebucks/id6755791298/reviews.md

### 5/5 — So far so good

*2026-07-24*

We are in our testing phase, but so far so good. We like that this app has a watch extension. And my son love that he can use point to take care of a virtual pet and get money. We are still figuring it out, but like what we have found. Pet is not on the watch. That’s ok, but would be nice on the watch.

**Developer response:** Thank you, Sofia 🙏 It's so good to hear you're settling in well — and that your son loves caring for his pet and earning his ChoreBucks; that's exactly what it's meant for. I'm really glad the Watch extension is landing too. And you're right, the pet isn't on the Watch yet — I've added it to my ideas list, as bringing the pet to the wrist would be a lovely touch. If you come across more ideas or any bugs as you explore, there's a feedback link in the app's settings — I read every one. – Oskari

## Frequently asked questions about ChoreBucks

### How does ChoreBucks teach kids about money?

ChoreBucks teaches children the value of work by allowing them to earn virtual currency for completing chores. They can then use this currency for savings goals, spending, or caring for a virtual pet, fostering an understanding of earning and managing money.

### What is the virtual pet system in ChoreBucks?

The virtual pet system allows kids to adopt one of 32 species, feed it by completing chores, teach it tricks, and customize it with over 50 accessories. The pet evolves from baby to adult as chores are completed.

### Can ChoreBucks be used for screen time rewards?

Yes, ChoreBucks offers screen time rewards. Kids can earn screen time by completing chores, and parents can approve or deny requests for extra minutes for specific apps, giving parents control over screen time.

### How does ChoreBucks handle family challenges?

ChoreBucks includes gamified family challenges where siblings can compete or cooperate. There's also a 'Family vs Family' mode where families can compete anonymously and a 'Top Families Leaderboard' to see how families rank.

### What are the subscription options for ChoreBucks?

ChoreBucks offers a 'ChoreBucks Monthly' subscription for $1.99 per month and a 'ChoreBucks Annual' subscription for $17.99 per year, providing access to premium features.

### Does ChoreBucks have ads?

Yes, ChoreBucks contains advertisements. This is a common model for free apps that offer in-app purchases to support development and features.

### What devices are supported by ChoreBucks?

ChoreBucks is available on iOS devices, including iPhones, iPads, and iPods. The app also supports full localization for a wider user base.

### How often is ChoreBucks updated?

The latest version of ChoreBucks is 3.1.1, and it was last updated on June 27, 2026. Updates typically include new features, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.4.0 — 2026-08-21

- Chore and earnings badges now unlock as you go - first chore, milestones, variety and more
- Give another family a free month, and get one yourself
- Buying a subscription no longer shortens free time you had already earned
- Fixes: adding a child could fail on some devices, notification taps open the right screen, Approve All shows the real count, the screen time slider works at low balances, and expired verification links now say so
- Links in shopping and to-do notes open when you tap them

### 3.3.8 — 2026-08-13

This update is about stability:
- Fixed the most common crash, which could happen when moving between a child's tabs
- Invite and password links now open the right screen even when the app was not already running

### 3.3.7 — 2026-08-08

Adding a second parent now works:
- You can join a family with an invite code even if you already have your own account
- Fixed a rare crash when opening savings with a long history
- Deduction amounts now match what is actually charged

### 3.3.6 — 2026-08-04

This update focuses on stability:
- Fixed rare crashes, including on the main family screen
- Fixed rare crashes when opening or closing dialogs
- Reliability and performance improvements under the hood

### 3.3.5 — 2026-08-01

This update focuses on quality and accessibility:
- Improved accessibility, including Reduce Motion support and larger tap targets
- More reliable savings and money screens
- The subscription screen now shows your local currency
- Small bug fixes and updated components for better stability

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All apps by OsJoL Oy: https://appshunter.io/developer/1856003239

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