CoParnt vs NameSpark
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CoParnt
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CoParnt is the co-parenting app built around one idea: every change goes through both parents. Shared calendars are fine for keeping track — but when plans change, a calendar entry doesn't tell the whole story. CoParnt adds an approval layer so neither parent is caught off guard. Request a schedule swap, explain why, and let your co-parent accept or decline. Everyone sees the same thing. No crossed wires. WHAT YOU CAN DO Shared Calendar See the full picture: which child is where, which parent has them tonight, and what's coming up this week. Add school events, appointments, sports, and activities — linked to the children they involve, so nothing gets lost in a general family calendar. Handovers Log your regular custody schedule as recurring handovers, then add one-off changes on top. Each handover stores the time, location, and coordinates — so getting directions to the drop-off spot is one tap away. Requests & Approvals Need to swap a drop-off time? Ask your co-parent — with a reason, and a clear view of what's changing. They approve or decline. No ambiguity, no "I never agreed to that." Reminder Requests Ask your co-parent to handle something for the kids — buy school shoes, pack the swim kit, return the library books. Reminders can recur on a schedule and track completion, so nothing falls through the cracks. Tonight at a Glance Open the app and immediately see which parent has the children tonight, any handovers for the day, and any requests waiting on your attention. Push Notifications Get notified when a new request comes in, and receive a morning summary of anything that still needs a response. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.coparnt.app/privacy.html
NameSpark
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Meet several new people at a meeting, dinner, or networking event, and one name can disappear from memory moments after the introductions. You may think you remember it—but what if you are wrong? That uncertainty can make it difficult to address someone by name. And the less often you use the name, the harder it can become to remember. NameSpark is a simple, private tool that helps you remember the names of people you meet. Add each person’s name along with helpful cues, such as where they are, their organization, a distinctive detail, or something you discussed. When you need a reminder, NameSpark helps you find the right name without searching through a long list of contacts. REMEMBER PEOPLE THROUGH CONTEXT Names are easier to recall when they are connected to something familiar. With NameSpark, you can add cues such as: - Where the person is sitting or standing - Organization or relationship - Role or job title - A short identifying detail - Something you discussed - Who introduced you For example: - Near the entrance - Navy jacket - Works in clinical research - We talked about golf - Introduced by Alex Use only the details that help you remember. MADE FOR DIFFERENT WAYS OF MEETING NameSpark is not limited to assigned seating. Use structured layouts for meetings and dinners, or use a free-form layout when people are standing, moving around, or gathered informally. NameSpark can help during: - Business meetings - Client dinners - Conferences and seminars - Networking events - Receptions and social gatherings - Team introductions - Any occasion where you meet several people at once CHECK A NAME WHEN YOU NEED IT Names do not need to remain visible on the screen. Depending on your settings, you can press and hold a person’s position to reveal the name, or display it briefly with a tap. The information is hidden again when you release your finger or after a short period. REVIEW NAMES AFTERWARD After an event, use the information you entered to review the people you met. Short review questions help reinforce the connection between a person, the context in which you met, and the person’s name. PRIVATE BY DESIGN The information you enter is stored locally on your iPhone by default. - No account required - No advertising or behavioral tracking - No facial recognition - No automatic recording or photography - No automatic identification of people - Protect the app with Face ID or device authentication - Delete individual people, complete events, or all stored information - Set information to be deleted automatically after a selected period FOCUS ON THE CONVERSATION NameSpark is not intended to replace your address book or build a permanent database of everyone you meet. It is a simple cue for the moments when you know the conversation—but cannot quite remember the name. Remember names. Address people naturally. Focus on the conversation in front of you.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: CoParnt at Free against NameSpark's $1.99. NameSpark's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 8 days). On ads, 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
CoParnt is free to download; NameSpark costs $1.99 up front. CoParnt sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. NameSpark asks for nothing beyond the download.
CoParnt ships an update every 8 days, NameSpark every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.
| Parameter | CoParnt | NameSpark |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $1.99 |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 17 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alex Goodsell | Kohei Ishikawa |
In-app purchases
CoParnt
- CoParnt Standard1 Month trial$9.991 Year
NameSpark
No in-app purchases









