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AppClose vs OurFamilyWizard

Free basics or established records? Compare before you choose.

AppClose and OurFamilyWizard take different approaches to co-parenting. Compare cost, schedules, messaging, expenses, and court-ready documentation — then see the free option built for the whole workflow.

100% free — no credit card, no trial, no paywall
CustodyTrac court-ready family records

AppClose

Free everyday co-parenting features and in-app payments.

OurFamilyWizard

Established communication records and paid professional workflows.

CustodyTrac

Free schedule tracking, transfers, expenses, and reports.

AppClose vs OurFamilyWizard at a glance

AppClose is attractive when cost is the deciding factor and you need everyday communication, scheduling, and expense basics. OurFamilyWizard is often selected when a court order or professional recommends a documented communication platform. CustodyTrac adds the calendar, transfer, and record layer without making one parent pay to participate.

The features that change the decision

  • Price — AppClose offers free access; OurFamilyWizard is paid per parent; CustodyTrac is free for both.
  • Messaging — both support documented communication; compare retention and export needs.
  • Calendar — all support scheduling; CustodyTrac adds rotation templates and actual-time totals.
  • Expenses — AppClose supports payments through its partner; CustodyTrac supports a complete expense record.
  • Court reports — CustodyTrac provides unlimited PDF exports and an append-only audit log.

A calm alternative for the long term

Follow any court order or attorney instruction about approved communication tools. If you are choosing independently, CustodyTrac gives both parents the calendar, transfer log, message record, expense tracking, and professional read-only access without a per-parent subscription.

What you get

  • Free for both parents.
  • 2-2-3, 2-2-5-5, week-on/off, and custom schedules.
  • Actual parenting-time totals from transfer records.
  • Messages, expenses, incidents, and swaps in one record.
  • Unlimited court-ready PDF exports.

Frequently asked questions

Is AppClose or OurFamilyWizard free?
AppClose offers a free app experience, while OurFamilyWizard is a paid service with separate parent accounts. Feature availability and pricing can change, so check each provider before purchase. CustodyTrac is free for both parents.
Which app is better for court documentation?
OurFamilyWizard has a long-standing reputation for documented communication and court use. AppClose covers everyday co-parenting at no cost. CustodyTrac combines a shared calendar, transfer log, append-only audit trail, and court-ready reports.
Which has the better custody calendar?
The best fit depends on your schedule. CustodyTrac includes common 2-2-3, 2-2-5-5, 3-4-4-3, alternating-week, and custom rotations, then tracks actual overnights.
Can I switch from AppClose or OurFamilyWizard?
Yes. Create the matching schedule in CustodyTrac, invite your co-parent, and keep older exports from the previous service as historical files.

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