# HouseholdOS

> Local-first household operating system for family organization and document management. (iPhone/iPad app by anthony mcmurtrey.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/householdos/id6762404077 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [anthony mcmurtrey](https://appshunter.io/developer/1843712337)
- Category: Productivity, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2026-04-16
- Data updated: 2026-07-05
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/householdos/id6762404077/reviews.md

## What is HouseholdOS?

HouseholdOS is a local-first household operating system for your family. Track bills, tasks, documents, and important expiration dates — all on your device.

Everything stays on your iPhone, iPad, and Apple Silicon Mac. No signup. No accounts. No ads. A free tier lets you try every feature with limits on items per category — an optional Plus upgrade removes the limits. Anonymous, opt-out product analytics only — counts and outcomes, never your bills, tasks, documents, or member names.

An optional Plus upgrade unlocks unlimited items and advanced features — available as a one-time Lifetime purchase or as a monthly/yearly auto-renewing subscription. Free tier remains fully functional.

FEATURES

Bills & subscriptions
• Track recurring bills — weekly, biweekly, monthly, quarterly, yearly
• Mark autopay, record paid dates, see monthly totals
• Configurable per-bill reminders (default 3 days before due)

Tasks & delegation
• Assign tasks to household members
• Set priorities (low / normal / high / urgent)
• Recurring tasks — weekly, biweekly, monthly, quarterly, yearly
• Due-date reminders

Encrypted document vault
• Import PDFs and photos of receipts, warranties, passports, IDs
• AES-GCM encryption at rest via Apple CryptoKit
• On-device OCR with Vision framework
• Face ID unlock

Household members
• Support for parent, partner, child, grandchild, roommate, and guest roles
• Role-based permissions for bills, tasks, and documents

Expirations & warranties
• Track passports, licenses, warranties, memberships
• Smart reminders ahead of every expiration — defaults to 30 and 7 days for warranties and IDs, 7 and 1 day for medications and food, 14 and 1 day for appliances and vehicles (fully customizable)

Privacy-first
• Local SwiftData storage — no cloud
• Anonymous, opt-out product analytics (counts and outcomes — never your data)
• No cross-app tracking, no ad ID, no fingerprinting
• Works fully offline for everything except optional analytics

Free tier
• 1 household, up to 10 bills, 5 tasks, 3 documents — all features usable

Plus (optional upgrade)
• Unlimited items, unlimited members, unlimited documents
• Advanced reminders and premium export tools
• Lifetime ($49.99 one-time) or Plus Monthly ($4.99/mo auto-renew) or Plus Yearly ($39.99/yr auto-renew)
• Any Plus purchase grants the same entitlement
• Lifetime supports Family Sharing — one purchase, up to 5 family members

Legal
• Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
• Privacy Policy: https://has-deploy.github.io/householdos-website/privacy-policy.html

HouseholdOS helps you stay organized. Not a financial advisor, not medical advice, not legal advice.

## Key features

- Track recurring bills and subscriptions
- Assign and manage household tasks
- Securely store documents with encryption
- Manage household member roles and permissions
- Track expirations for warranties and IDs
- Local-first, privacy-focused design
- Free tier with core features

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HouseholdOS Plus — Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| HouseholdOS Plus — Monthly | $4.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HouseholdOS Plus — Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/householdos/id6762404077/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Daily life at my fingertips!

*2026-04-19*

i'm not good with using smartphones or computers . I started using this app and it makes it easy to use. No more paper notebook to keep track of expenses or appointments.Now I have it with me and can quickly add things on a daily basis as I need them. I highly recommend this app!

**Developer response:** This really made my day — thank you. You nailed exactly what HouseholdOS is supposed to be: simple enough to replace the notebook and always in your pocket. Glad it's clicking for the everyday things like expenses and appointments. If anything ever feels clunky, or there's something you wish it did, tell me — I read every bit of feedback and keep improving it.

## Frequently asked questions about HouseholdOS

### What is HouseholdOS?

HouseholdOS is a local-first household operating system designed to help families organize bills, tasks, documents, and important expiration dates directly on their Apple devices. It prioritizes privacy with no cloud storage or signup required.

### Does HouseholdOS have ads?

No, HouseholdOS is ad-free. The description explicitly states 'No ads,' ensuring an uninterrupted user experience.

### What are the limitations of the free tier of HouseholdOS?

The free tier of HouseholdOS allows you to try every feature but has limits on items per category, including up to 10 bills, 5 tasks, and 3 documents. It supports one household.

### How can I unlock unlimited features in HouseholdOS?

You can unlock unlimited items, members, and documents by purchasing the optional Plus upgrade. This is available as a one-time Lifetime purchase or a monthly/yearly auto-renewing subscription.

### What devices does HouseholdOS support?

HouseholdOS is available for iPhone and iPad, and also supports Apple Silicon Macs. All data is stored locally on your devices.

### How often is HouseholdOS updated?

The latest version of HouseholdOS is 1.3.2, and it was last updated on May 19, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

### Is HouseholdOS suitable for children?

HouseholdOS has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users. However, its primary functionality is for household management by adults.

### What kind of data encryption does HouseholdOS use?

HouseholdOS uses AES-GCM encryption at rest via Apple CryptoKit for its encrypted document vault. This ensures that your sensitive documents are protected on your device.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.3.2 — 2026-05-19

Stability + UX improvements:
• Every fresh install now gets 7 days of full Pro features free.
• Manage Subscription is now one tap from Settings.
• Analytics opt-out toggle wired correctly.
• Various copy + reliability fixes.

### 1.3.0 — 2026-05-12

Plus is now easier to try. The yearly plan includes a 1-month free trial, and the paywall clearly shows the offer details up front.

- 1-month free trial on yearly Plus
- Clearer subscription disclosure on the paywall
- Cancel anytime before the trial ends

### 1.1.1 — 2026-04-21

HouseholdOS Plus is here — an optional upgrade.

What is Plus?
• Unlimited bills, tasks, and documents
• Advanced reminders and smarter organization
• Premium export and backup tools
• Future premium upgrades included

Available as a monthly or yearly auto-renewing subscription, or as a one-time lifetime unlock.

The free tier is unchanged: one household, up to 10 bills, 20 tasks, 10 documents, and basic reminders — all usable forever, with no account and no server.

### 1.0 — 2026-04-17

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-07-05.*
