# Chores Tracker: Xtra Hands — Chore chart, allowance & stars

> Family chore and allowance management with automated reminders and a financial ledger. (iPhone/iPad app by Spin-It.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chores-tracker-xtra-hands/id6765762384 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Spin-It](https://appshunter.io/developer/1826911605)
- Category: Productivity, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 75 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-09
- Data updated: 2026-09-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chores-tracker-xtra-hands/id6765762384/reviews.md

## What is Chores Tracker?

Xtra Hands helps your household run chores, allowance, and rewards — without turning every evening into a reminder loop.

Give every member a clear list for today. Reminders go to the person responsible, not to you. Parents see what's done, what's missed, and every balance in one place.

WHAT XTRA HANDS DOES
- Daily chore lists — each member sees exactly what's due today: time windows, instructions, and carry-over chores.
- Parent command center — today's progress, every member's chores, balances, and reward requests on one screen.
- Photo-proof approvals — require a photo for the chores that matter, and approve them before they count as done.
- Allowance & rewards — chores earn money or stars. Members redeem rewards; you approve before any balance changes.
- An honest ledger — every credit and debit is dated and itemized, so "how much do I have?" always has a straight answer.
- Fair rotations — rotate chores daily, weekly, biweekly, or monthly, so "whose turn is it?" is already settled.
- Home & lock screen widgets — see today's chores and balances at a glance, without opening the app.
- Calendar & reports — look ahead, review what was missed, and see completion by member over time.
- Shared or personal devices — one kitchen tablet with quick PIN switching, personal phones, or parent-managed check-off for members without a device.

BUILT FOR REAL HOUSEHOLDS
Carry over the chores that still matter. Let quick chores expire. Mark someone away and their chores pause instead of piling up.

WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE XTRA HANDS
Fewer repeated reminders. Clearer responsibility. Allowance numbers that stay honest. Your first member is free, and a second parent never costs extra — you only pay as more members join in.

No ads. No bank linking. No selling your data. No leaderboards or streak pressure.

PERFECT FOR
Households with a single member or a full crew, co-parents across two homes, and shared family tablets.

Set up your household in minutes and let tonight run itself.

Terms of Use: https://xtrahands.app/terms-of-service
Privacy Policy: https://xtrahands.app/privacy-policy

## Key features

- Automated chore reminders
- Fair turn rotation
- Real financial ledger
- Chore carry-over option
- Flexible device usage
- Away status for members

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Crew - 5+ Members | $9.99 | per month |
| Crew Yearly - 5+ Members | $95.99 | per year |
| Quad Yearly - 4 Members | $76.99 | per year |
| Quad · 4 Members | $7.99 | per month |
| Trio Yearly · 3 members | $57.99 | per year |
| Trio - 3 Members | $5.99 | per month |
| Duo Yearly - 2 Members | $37.99 | per year |
| Duo - 2 Members | $3.99 | per month |
| Solo Yearly - 1 Member | $18.99 | per year |
| Solo - 1 Member | $1.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chores-tracker-xtra-hands/id6765762384/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Easy mode

*2026-08-29*

This really takes the hassle out of tracking chores and rotating schedules.  We love the allowance and expense tracking for our older kids.

### 5/5 — Definite Recommendation for Families

*2026-08-10*

As an older kid who still stays with my parents but works full time hours this is definitely very useful for keeping track of my rent and responsibilities. It’s also convenient for when I need to pay my parents back and they can just add the amount to my balance so they don’t need to keep reminding me. The checklist for chore helps with completing them more frequently and the added bonus of it taking a good bit off my rent every month is too good to not take advantage of. I definitely recommend this for any family!!

### 5/5 — Allowances

*2026-08-10*

It’s so easy to keep up with what they’ve earned.

### 5/5 — Great app

*2026-07-21*

Very well made, does exactly what it needs to. Chore management is much better now!

### 5/5 — Great chore app!

*2026-06-09*

This thing has so many features! I used during beta and have continued to use it and it’s wonderful. There are tons of options for creating and assign chores. The ledger entries are great for helping keep up with who owes what and what has been paid. I have 2 adult children that pay “rent” and we can deduct from the rent the chores they do automatically. We also have a teenager who gets paid an allowance and the app keeps you with what we owe him as well. There are so many different ways to customize this app on the website and then manage on the phone. Great app!

**Developer response:** Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you've enjoyed using Xtra Hands. Your feedback helps us improve, so please feel free to share any other suggestions or concerns. If you need further assistance or have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to us at support@xtrahands.app.

## Frequently asked questions about Chores Tracker

### How does Xtra Hands manage chores and allowances?

Xtra Hands automates chore assignments with reminders sent to each person's schedule. It also includes a real ledger to track earned money from chores and parental expenses, ensuring honest balances.

### Can Xtra Hands be used without a device for everyone?

Yes, Xtra Hands supports multiple configurations. It can be used on a shared household tablet, individual phones, or even with no device for certain members, as parents can still mark chores as complete for them.

### Does Xtra Hands have ads?

No, Xtra Hands is ad-free. The app explicitly states it does not contain advertisements, focusing on a clean user experience.

### What are the subscription options for Xtra Hands?

Xtra Hands offers tiered subscription plans based on the number of members, ranging from 'Solo' for 1 member at $1.99/month to 'Crew' for 5+ members at $9.99/month. All plans include a 1-month free trial.

### How does Xtra Hands handle chores that are missed?

For chores that should carry over, like lawn mowing, Xtra Hands allows parents to enable this feature. Missed chores will then roll forward until they are completed, unlike daily tasks like dishes.

### What is the update frequency for Xtra Hands?

The app was last updated on June 20, 2026, indicating active development. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this recent update suggests ongoing support and improvements.

### Is Xtra Hands suitable for younger children?

Xtra Hands has an age rating of 17+, which is likely due to the financial tracking and setup complexity. Parents may need to assist younger children with its use.

### How does Xtra Hands ensure fair chore distribution?

The app implements fair turn rotation for chores on a daily, weekly, biweekly, or monthly basis across the household. This system provides a clear answer to 'Whose turn is it?' to prevent arguments.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.0 — 2026-09-04

Your first member is free — set up your household and start today; add a paid plan only when you grow.

New in setup: after you add members and build chores, Xtra Hands helps you pair the phone or tablet they'll use — or invite a co-parent — right in onboarding. Not nearby? Skip it and do it anytime.

You can also choose what a device can do when you add it. Plus a gentler renewal reminder in place of the old block, and polish across the app.

### 1.3.2 — 2026-09-01

Tablets, your way. Xtra Hands now rotates freely on iPad tablets, so it looks right in portrait or landscape.

The first run is smoother too: the free-trial paywall lays out exactly what happens and when, and setup gently keeps you from skipping past your first member.

We also fixed a crash when choosing a profile photo from your library, and polished wording across the app.

### 1.3.1 — 2026-08-26

Add a photo to every member so today's chores feel personal at a glance. Setting up your household is faster too, with a guided flow that gets rooms, chores, and members ready in minutes.

   NEW
   - Member photos. Give each person a picture from your camera or library. Faces now show up across the home screen, member pickers, and lists.
   - Guided setup. A cleaner start-to-finish flow with a progress bar walks you through your household, members, and a first set of chores, with suggestions you can tap to add.
   - Rooms and chores together. Browse chores by room and assign them right on the chore.

   IMPROVED
   - A simpler add and edit chore screen, with the details folded into tidy cards.
   - The activity feed now filters by category, loads more as you scroll, and lets you edit past entries.
   - Set or change your PIN right from the app.
   - Smoother scrolling and cleaner headers throughout.

   FIXED
   - No more crash when choosing a profile photo from your library on iOS.
   - Approving a chore's photo proof now always opens the photo first, so nothing gets approved by accident.

### 1.3.0 — 2026-08-20

Picture Proof is here.

• Turn on "Require a photo" for any chore. The member snaps a photo to mark it done, and it lands in a review inbox for a quick approve or reject.
• Add an optional note, or a bonus, when you approve.
• A waiting-for-approval list keeps everything still pending in one place.
• Get a tap-through notification the moment a chore is submitted for review.

We also made photo uploads more reliable, smoothed out chore check-off, and refreshed the launch screen.

### 1.2.1 — 2026-08-07

A rebuilt calendar for parents.

Day view now leads, with a scrollable day strip and faster month navigation, so you can see who owes what on any given day without digging for it. Moving between per-member calendars is smoother, and crediting a missed chore occurrence takes fewer taps.

Plus a handful of small fixes and performance improvements.

Built by a parent of three. If something isn't working the way you'd expect, get in touch through xtrahands.app. I read all of it.

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