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Homebase vs. Cozi
Cozi's been around a long time and does a solid job as a shared calendar. Here's an honest, feature-by-feature look at how it compares to Homebase — including where Cozi still wins.
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| Homebase | Cozi Free | Cozi Gold ($39/yr) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared calendar | Yes, unlimited | Yes, 30-day view only | Yes, unlimited |
| Tasks assigned to a person | Yes | Shared to-do lists | Shared to-do lists |
| Shopping list | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Meal planning | Yes | Yes, with recipes | Yes, with recipes |
| Private photo & update feed | Yes | No | No |
| Follow other families | Yes | No | No |
| Ads | Yes, in the feed | Yes | None |
| Price | Free | Free | $39/year |
Cozi pricing and features as publicly listed at time of writing — check Cozi's own site for current details.
Where Cozi has an edge
Cozi's recipe box and meal-planning tools are more mature — it's been building that specific feature for longer, and it's a genuine strength if recipe organizing is your top priority.
Cozi is also available on the web and Android, not just iOS, which matters if your family isn't all on iPhones.
Where Homebase has an edge
No calendar limit. Cozi's free tier only lets you view events within a 30-day window — Homebase's calendar is unlimited on the free tier, full stop.
Tasks go to a specific person. Homebase assigns chores and tasks to an individual family member, not just a shared list everyone glances at.
Everything in one feed. New events, completed chores, photos, birthdays — it all shows up as one scrollable feed, so catching up on your family takes one glance instead of checking four different tabs.
A private family feed. Photos, updates, birthdays, and likes/comments — a space just for your family, which Cozi doesn't have.
Follow other families. Stay connected with grandparents, in-laws, or close friends' families without merging calendars — see their shared moments alongside your own.
Built to feel modern. Homebase was designed from scratch in 2026 — clean, uncluttered, and fast, without the visual debt of an app that's been patched together for over a decade.