SplitParent vs FamSync
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SplitParent
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Co-parenting, made simpler. SplitParent brings schedules, communication, expenses, agreements and important child information together in one organised place. Start with free basic co-parenting tools, with affordable monthly subscriptions available for additional features.** Both parents can use the core co-parenting features without both needing to subscribe. Whether you're managing two households, school activities, appointments, handovers or shared costs, SplitParent helps you stay organised and know what's happening without relying on endless texts and scattered information. Keep co-parenting organised - Shared parenting calendar and custody schedules - See who's caring for the children and what's coming up - Keep important events and activities in one place - Secure in-app co-parent messaging - Keep a clear record of important conversations - Track shared expenses and who owes what - Upload proof and payment information to expenses - Set up recurring expenses for ongoing costs - Create and manage parenting agreements - Keep child profiles, notes, documents and important details together - Generate reports and records when you need them One place for the details that matter Keep important information about your children organised and accessible. Store profiles, documents, notes and other details without having to search through messages, photos or different apps. Less back-and-forth Keep conversations and shared information in SplitParent instead of trying to remember what was said, when something was agreed or who was supposed to pay. Know who owes what Record shared expenses, see who paid, track outstanding amounts and keep payment information together. Recurring expenses make it easier to manage costs that happen regularly. Keep agreements organised Create and keep parenting agreements in one place so both parents can easily refer back to the arrangements that matter. Free to get started, affordable to upgrade Start with SplitParent's free basic co-parenting tools and choose a Plus or Premium monthly subscription if you need additional features. You can decide whether an upgrade suits your family's needs. Both parents can use the core co-parenting features without each needing a paid subscription. Built for real-life co-parenting Co-parenting comes with changing schedules, school events, appointments, expenses and plenty of moving parts. SplitParent helps bring it all together so you can spend less time sorting through information and more time focused on your children. Two homes. One team. Subscriptions: SplitParent offers optional auto-renewable monthly subscriptions, Plus and Premium, that provide access to additional features. - Subscription length: Monthly - Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. - Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - You can manage and cancel subscriptions in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://splitparent.app/privacy
FamSync
This app helps separated or divorced parents manage custody schedules, expenses, and communication in a neutral, secure environment. It offers features like a custody calendar, expense tracking with receipt scanning, and court-ready reports to reduce conflict and improve clarity.
- Custody calendar with custom schedules
- Overnight tracker
- Formal schedule swap requests
- Shared expenses with OCR receipt scanner
- Court-ready PDF reports
- Protected messaging
- Secure document vault
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FamSync is the comprehensive, neutral co-parenting application designed to simplify life for separated, divorced, or joint custody families. Our mission is to reduce conflict and ensure peace of mind, clarity, and transparency in children's daily organization. No more confusing messaging threads, scattered spreadsheets, or forgotten verbal agreements. FamSync brings everything together into one secure, shared hub for parents, grandparents, and trusted caregivers. CORE FEATURES: • CUSTODY CALENDAR & OVERNIGHTS • Plan custody schedules with total clarity: alternating 2-2-3 patterns, alternating weeks (7-7), weekend cycles, or custom schedules with distinct color codes for each parent. • Multi-Child: manage custody schedules, activities, and events for each child from a single unified calendar. • Automatic Holidays: national holidays and school vacations for your country appear automatically in your calendar. • Real-Time Overnight Tracker: track exactly how many nights each parent spends with the children. • FORMAL SCHEDULE SWAP REQUESTS • Unexpected schedule change? Send and receive formal date swap requests directly through the app. • One-tap approval or decline: every change is timestamped and logged, preventing misunderstandings and disputes. • SHARED EXPENSES & SMART OCR RECEIPT SCANNER • The only co-parenting app with built-in receipt scanning: photograph a bill and our OCR technology automatically extracts the date and exact amount. • Flexible splitting: split costs 50/50 or with custom ratios for medical, school, sports, and extracurricular expenses. • Instant Balances & Settlements: see at any moment who owes what, and log settlements with a single tap. • COURT-READY CERTIFIED PDF REPORTS • Export paginated, court-compliant legal reports for family attorneys, judges, or mediators, complete with overnight custody records, expense history with receipt attachments, and communication logs. • Parenting Time Calculator: get objective percentages and statistics on parenting time allocation. • COURT-FRIENDLY PROTECTED MESSAGING • Communicate constructively and peacefully through the in-app messaging center. • Indelible record: sent messages cannot be edited or deleted. Real-time delivery and "Read" receipts for full transparency. • CHILD HEALTH, VITALS & SECURE VAULT • Essential child details always within reach: pediatrician contacts, school info, clothing sizes, allergy notes, and medication schedules. • Document Vault: securely store digital copies of IDs, health insurance cards, and court agreements with AES-256 encryption. • HOME SCREEN WIDGETS & LIVE ACTIVITY • Check at a glance who the children are staying with tonight directly from your phone or tablet lock screen and home screen. • PROFESSIONAL ACCESS & READ-ONLY MODE • Invite your family lawyer or mediator with dedicated read-only permissions to facilitate peaceful agreements. • Effortless family pairing with a simple 6-character invitation code. FamSync is built with a family-first privacy philosophy: zero data selling, protected communications, and no intrusive ads on sensitive family screens. Simplify your co-parenting journey today. Download FamSync! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: SplitParent at none against FamSync's shown. FamSync's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 9 days). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. SplitParent sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and FamSync sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
SplitParent ships an update every 9 days, FamSync every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SplitParent | FamSync |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 15.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 48 MB | 208 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Caitlin Bonfitto | Matteo Sardi |
In-app purchases
SplitParent
- Plus Monthly$2.991 Month
- Premium Monthly14 Days trial$5.991 Month
- SplitParent Plus Annual$29.991 Year
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- Premium Annual14 Days trial$59.991 Year
FamSync
- Ad-free$0.991 Month









