Spare - Smart Communities

Spare - Smart Communities

by Spare Payments

381 ratings
18 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 19, 2019
  • July 1, 2026

Features

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This app connects schools, parents, and students for secure campus experiences. Parents can monitor child arrivals, manage spending limits, and track nutritional intake, all without cash transactions.

Child arrival monitoring
Cashless payments
Spending limits
Nutritional tracking
Parent-school connection
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What's New in Spare

3.9.9

July 1, 2026

In this update we added better support for expanded events at your community.

User reviews

Inconvenient app

It’s 2026, progressive country we live in, and no apple/google pay? Insecure form, where everyone could see my all details of the card, while I’m entering them. There is a time’s approved UX, why don’t you use it?

Can’t see the updates

Please make sure to update in daily basis

Support cannot fix my issue

Lots of bugs - cannot recharge my sons lunch card for a week, support is slow and it has not been resolved.

Cranleigh

Constantly wrong amount deducted. We even have been charged for the school lunch during the half term. I’m afraid very dodgy

Menu not available

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FAQ

What does the Spare platform do?

The Spare platform connects schools, stores on campus, parents, and students. It allows parents to ensure their children have arrived safely at school and enables cashless transactions for students. Parents can also set spending limits and monitor their child's nutritional intake.

How do I set up an account for my child?

Parents download the app, pair their child's wristband, and then recharge their account. This can be done using cash at the school or via credit card within the app. A valid phone number and a Spare Digital ID are required to get started.

Does this app require a credit card or bank account?

No, the platform does not require a credit card or bank account. The on-boarding process is designed to be simple and does not involve complex sign-up procedures. All that is needed is a valid phone number and a Spare Digital ID.

What are the benefits for parents?

Parents can gain peace of mind knowing their children have arrived at school safely. They can also manage their child's spending by setting limits and track their nutritional intake, all through a convenient cashless system.

Is this app free to use?

Based on the provided information, the app is free to use. There are no mentions of subscription fees, in-app purchases, or advertisements, indicating a free monetization model.