# TalkingParents vs NYDocSubmit

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NYDocSubmit at 71% against TalkingParents's 12%. NYDocSubmit also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and rating (4.8 vs 4.4). TalkingParents's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and chart position (#24 vs unranked). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TalkingParents sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.00 per month. NYDocSubmit asks for nothing beyond the download.

NYDocSubmit holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 29K and 30K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 12% of TalkingParents's written reviews are positive against 71% of NYDocSubmit's.

TalkingParents ships an update every 2 weeks, NYDocSubmit every 3 months. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TalkingParents | NYDocSubmit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (29K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talkingparents-co-parent-app/id1092220726/reviews) | **[4.8 (30K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nydocsubmit/id1433968438/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 29K | **30K** |
| Positive reviews | 12.0% of reviews | **70.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#24** | — |
| Size | 126 MB | 64 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Monitored Communications LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1092220725) | [New York State Office of Information Technology Services](https://appshunter.io/developer/712337016) |

## What reviewers say

### TalkingParents

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talkingparents-co-parent-app/id1092220726)

**Currently charting:** #24 Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

This app facilitates communication and coordination for divorced or separated parents. It offers secure messaging, a shared calendar, accountable calling, and payment tracking to simplify co-parenting and keep interactions documented for legal purposes.

**Highlights:** Secure messaging with timestamps, Sentiment scanner and writing assist, Accountable calling with recordings, Shared custody calendar, Accountable payments for expenses, Info library for child details, Unalterable records for court

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TalkingParents Essentials | $9.00 | per month |
| TalkingParents Enhanced (Old) | $12.00 | per month |
| TalkingParents Enhanced | $19.00 | per month |
| TalkingParents Ultimate | $39.00 | per month |
| 30 Calling Minutes | $16.00 | one-time |
| 100 Calling Minutes | $24.99 | one-time |
| 40 Calling Minutes | $25.00 | one-time |
| 100 Calling Minutes | $46.00 | one-time |
| 300 Calling Minutes | $64.99 | one-time |
| 1200 Calling Minutes | $249.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great for documenting communication
- 🔒 Keeps conversations secure and uneditable
- 👍 Helpful for high-conflict co-parenting
- 📅 Useful calendar feature
- 🗒️ Helpful journal for personal notes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- ⏱️ Slow performance and loading times
- 💰 Expensive subscription fees
- 🔑 Requires both parties to sign up
- 🤖 Inaccurate transcription and translation

**Reported bugs**

- Constant sign-in issues
- Unable to download audio/video recordings
- Calendar events not syncing properly
- Keyboard issues when sending messages
- Inconsistent time/date stamps

**Requested features**

- Shared calendar that syncs with devices
- Option to print/export individual conversations
- Ability to block specific contacts
- Improved notification system
- Better integration with other communication apps


### NYDocSubmit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nydocsubmit/id1433968438)

This app allows New York State residents to submit required documentation for various public assistance programs without visiting a local office. It supports SNAP, HEAP, Temporary Assistance, and Medicaid, but has specific exclusions for initial applications and certain sensitive information.

**Highlights:** Submit SNAP, HEAP, Temporary Assistance, Medicaid documents, Avoid trips to local social services offices, Supports multiple New York counties, Medicaid recertification submission, Digital document submission

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient and easy to use
- 🚀 Saves time and effort
- 🚀 Secure and private document submission
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Accessible for those without transportation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Limited document upload options
- 🐛 Inability to log out of accounts
- 🐛 Inconsistent user experience across devices
- 🐛 Difficulty submitting digital documents

**Reported bugs**

- Camera function issues
- Keyboard blocking UI elements
- Inconsistent behavior when submitting multiple documents

**Requested features**

- Allow document uploads from phone's photo gallery
- Implement a chat or messaging feature for quick questions
- Enable batch document submission
- Add an option to log out of accounts


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TalkingParents free?

TalkingParents is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NYDocSubmit free?

NYDocSubmit is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, TalkingParents or NYDocSubmit?

NYDocSubmit is rated higher. TalkingParents averages 4.4 out of 5 from 29K ratings, while NYDocSubmit averages 4.8 from 30K ratings.

### Do TalkingParents or NYDocSubmit have ads?

Neither TalkingParents nor NYDocSubmit shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TalkingParents or NYDocSubmit?

TalkingParents ships an update every 2 weeks, and NYDocSubmit every 3 months. Most recently, TalkingParents was updated on October 31, 2026 and NYDocSubmit on October 31, 2026.

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