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Howbout alternatives
Howbout compared with 7 alternatives: TimeTree, GroupCal, Cupla, FamilyWall, Google Calendar and 2 more.
Howbout has a free plan. Paid plans start at $3.99 per month, or $39.99 per year (Howbout+, US App Store). All 7 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
7 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| HowboutThis tool | Free plan · from $3.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android |
| TimeTree | Free plan · from $4.49/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| GroupCal | Free plan · from $10/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Cupla | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| FamilyWall | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Google Calendar | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Saturn | Free | Free | iOS, Android |
| Supershift | Free plan · from $3.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Howbout
- Free plan · from $4.49/mo
TimeTree
Shared calendar app for families, couples and groups
- TimeTree starts at $4.49 per month, or $44.99 per year. Howbout starts at $3.99 per month, or $39.99 per year (Howbout+, US App Store).
- Only TimeTree lists a web app.
- TimeTree also covers notes and tasks.
- Howbout also covers surveys.
Suits: Families and couples keeping one shared schedule
- Free plan · from $10/mo
GroupCal
Shared calendars for groups, teams and public audiences
- GroupCal starts at $10 per month, billed annually at $120, per calendar owner (Pro). Howbout starts at $3.99 per month, or $39.99 per year (Howbout+, US App Store).
- Only GroupCal lists a web app.
- Howbout also covers surveys.
Suits: Clubs, communities and schools that publish a schedule to many people
- Free plan · from $4.99/mo
Cupla
Shared calendar, to-dos and date planning app for couples
- Cupla starts at $4.99 per month, or $34.99 per year, per couple (US App Store). Howbout starts at $3.99 per month, or $39.99 per year (Howbout+, US App Store).
- Only Cupla lists a web app.
- Cupla also covers tasks and natural-language input.
- Howbout also covers surveys.
Suits: Couples who each keep their own Google, Apple or Outlook calendar
- Free plan · from $4.99/mo
FamilyWall
Family organizer with a shared calendar, lists and messaging
- FamilyWall starts at $4.99 per month, or $44.99 billed annually (Premium). Howbout starts at $3.99 per month, or $39.99 per year (Howbout+, US App Store).
- Only FamilyWall lists a web app.
- FamilyWall also covers tasks and file sharing.
- Howbout also covers surveys.
Suits: Families who want a calendar, lists, messaging and photos in one private app
- Free plan · from $7/mo
Google Calendar
Online calendar from Google, free with a personal account
- Google Calendar starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter). Howbout starts at $3.99 per month, or $39.99 per year (Howbout+, US App Store).
- Only Google Calendar lists a web app.
- Google Calendar also covers tasks and booking links.
- Howbout also covers surveys.
Suits: Anyone who already has a Google Account and wants a free calendar
- Free
Saturn
Free social calendar app built around school schedules and friends
- Saturn is free. Howbout starts at $3.99 per month, or $39.99 per year (Howbout+, US App Store).
- Saturn also covers tasks and natural-language input.
- Howbout also covers surveys.
Suits: High school students with rotating, block or A/B day schedules
- Free plan · from $3.99/mo
Supershift
Shift work calendar app with rotations, reports and sharing
- Supershift starts at $3.99 per month, or $9.99 per year (Supershift Pro). Howbout starts at $3.99 per month, or $39.99 per year (Howbout+, US App Store).
- Supershift can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Supershift also covers reports.
- Howbout also covers surveys.
Suits: Nurses, firefighters, drivers and other workers on rotating shifts
Limits worth knowing in Howbout
- Phone apps only: the site and terms describe a mobile app for iPhone and Android, and the App Store listing is for iPhone only. No web or desktop version is listed.
- Howbout+ prices are not on the website. The US App Store lists monthly options at $3.99, $4.99 and $5.99 and an annual option at $39.99, and prices vary by country.
- Howbout+ is tied to one account, so its features are not shared with friends or groups.
- Creating an account requires a phone number, and the terms say the app is intended for people aged 13 and over.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Howbout?
The alternatives to Howbout in this directory are TimeTree, GroupCal, Cupla, FamilyWall, Google Calendar, Saturn and Supershift. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Howbout.
Is there a free alternative to Howbout?
Yes. Saturn is free to use. TimeTree, GroupCal, Cupla, FamilyWall, Google Calendar and Supershift have a free plan alongside paid ones.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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