Homie is a simple family organizer app that helps families stay coordinated without distractions. It includes shared calendars, task lists, and routines that work on tablets, phones, and any web browser.

How much does Homie cost?

Homie costs $1.50 per active user per month. You only pay for family members who actually use the app. There are no setup fees, hidden costs, or ads.

What devices does Homie work on?

Homie works on iOS, Android, and any web browser. You can use it on phones, tablets, or mount a tablet on your wall as a family hub. Many families use e-paper tablets like Boox for a distraction-free experience.

Is my family's data private?

Yes. Homie has no ads, no tracking, and no third-party analytics. Your family's data is stored securely and never sold or shared with advertisers.

Comparison

Homie vs FamilyWall

An Honest Comparison

FamilyWall is a feature-rich family organizer that's been around since 2012. It combines calendars, lists, location tracking, messaging, and more into one app. If you want an all-in-one solution with GPS tracking and family chat, FamilyWall is a solid choice. If you prefer a calmer, simpler approach to family scheduling, Homie might be a better fit.

This is an honest comparison of paid plans — both Homie and FamilyWall Premium. FamilyWall has features we don't, and we'll give credit where it's due.

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At a Glance

CalendarHomie wins — live sharing links, unified agenda

Tasks & RoutinesHomie wins — structured routines, subtasks

MealsHomie wins — built-in recipe library

InterfaceHomie wins — cleaner, faster, minimal

ExtrasFamilyWall wins — GPS, chat, budget, documents

Different approaches

FamilyWall is a family hub — calendars, messaging, location tracking, photos, documents, and budgeting all in one place. It's comprehensive and works well for families who want everything together.

Homie takes a calmer approach. We do a few things beautifully — calendars, tasks, routines, and meals — with a clean, minimal design that feels peaceful to use. No GPS tracking, no chat, no photo albums. Just thoughtful organization that works on e-ink tablets and phones alike.

Calendar

Feature

Homie

FamilyWall

Shared family calendar

Month view

Week view

3-day view

Day/agenda view

Color-coded by member

Multiple reminders per event

Birthdays

Search events

Subscribe to external calendars

Google/Outlook sync

Built-in holiday calendars

EU holiday calendar

Export calendar as ICS

Shareable public calendar linksLive web links anyone can view; FamilyWall only exports ICS files

Share single events via linkAdd to any calendar in one click

Exceptions to recurring eventsSkip or reschedule individual occurrences

View and restore original plansSee original date/time after moving or canceling

Task lists on eventsAdd checklists to any event

Reactions and commentsCoordinate with family on events

Timezone supportFamilyWall added this recently

Two-way sync with external calendarsHomie can import or view; FamilyWall can sync but one-way

Tasks & Lists

Feature

Homie

FamilyWall

Shared to-do lists

Shopping lists

Multiple lists

Assign tasks to members

Subtasks

Reactions and commentsDiscuss tasks with family

Task reminders

Shareable public list linksShare with babysitters, grandparents

Anonymous collaborationNo account needed to add items

Routines & Chores

Feature

Homie

FamilyWall

Repeating tasks/chores

Daily repeat

Weekly repeat

Monthly/yearly repeat

Custom intervals

Timetables for recurring schedules

Organized into checklistsGroup related tasks together

Per-member routines

Subtasks within routines

Roll-over incomplete to next day

Skip/reschedule single occurrence

Homie treats routines as structured checklists — group "Morning routine" into brush teeth, pack backpack, grab lunch. FamilyWall has chore lists and timetables, but without the nested checklist structure.

Meals & Recipes

Feature

Homie

FamilyWall

Recipe storage

Built-in recipe libraryFamilyWall: add your own or import only

Import recipes from URLs

Meal planning on calendar

Add ingredients to shopping list

Choose which ingredients to add

Filter by meal type

Filter by dietary needs

Filter by cuisine

Filter by difficulty

Recipe tags

Share recipes via link

Customization & Settings

Feature

Homie

FamilyWall

Language supportFamilyWall recently added Korean

11 languages

Multiple

Light theme

Dark theme

Paper/e-ink theme

Time format options

Show/hide app sections

Reorder main sections

Unified agenda viewEvents, meals, routines, tasks in one view

Homie languages: Danish, German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Swedish

Design & Experience

Feature

Homie

FamilyWall

One account for the whole familyNo separate logins — everyone shares one password

Ad-free

Easier to use

Fast & responsiveFamilyWall reviews mention occasional sync issues

E-ink tablet optimized

ADHD-friendly designMinimal visual design reduces overwhelm

Minimal, distraction-free

Web browser access

Mac appHomie: save web version as app

Windows app

Offline accessHomie requires internet connection

Additional Features

Feature

Homie

FamilyWall

Family locator (GPS)Real-time location tracking

Geofencing alertsNotifications when arriving/leaving places

Family messengerText, photos, audio, video messages

Photo galleryShare family photos privately

Document storageUp to 25GB storage

Budget trackingTrack family expenses and set limits

Contact bookStore babysitters, doctors, etc.

Health recordsAllergies, medications tracking

FamilyWall includes features Homie intentionally doesn't have. We focus on calendars, tasks, routines, and meals — doing those things really well. If you need GPS tracking, family chat, or document storage, FamilyWall offers those. But more features means more complexity.

Only in Homie

Features FamilyWall doesn't have:

Routines with checklists

Structured morning routines, chore lists, medication reminders. Not just repeating tasks — organized checklists with subtasks.

Public sharing links

Share calendars, events, lists, and recipes with anyone via link. No account required to view or collaborate.

Unified agenda

Events, meals, routines, and tasks in one view. See your whole day at a glance.

E-ink tablet optimized

Mount a tablet as your family command center. Paper theme designed for always-on displays.

One shared account

One password for everyone. No invites, no separate logins. Everyone sees everything — simple family sharing.

Calm, clear design

Clear visual structure, minimal design, quick interactions. Particularly helpful for ADHD and neurodivergent households.

Only in FamilyWall

Being fair — here's what FamilyWall offers that Homie doesn't:

Family locator

See where family members are on a map. Get alerts when kids arrive at school or leave practice.

Family messenger

Built-in chat with text, photos, audio, and video messages. Keep family conversations in one place.

Photo gallery

Share family photos and videos privately. No social media, just family.

Budget tracking

Track family expenses, set spending limits by category, and share finances with your partner.

Document storage

Store and share important family documents. Up to 25GB storage.

Contact book

Central directory for babysitters, doctors, emergency contacts, grandparents, and more.

Pricing Comparison

Homie

FamilyWall

Price

$1.50/user/mo

$45/year

Family of 4

~$72/year

~$45/year

Family of 6

~$108/year

~$45/year

Ad-free

All features

Free trial

30 days

FamilyWall has flat-rate pricing while Homie charges per user. For larger families, FamilyWall is significantly cheaper. For small families, pricing is similar. The tradeoff: FamilyWall includes more features (GPS, chat, photos, documents) while Homie focuses on doing scheduling and routines exceptionally well.

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