How we compared the options
We checked whether the product can send information outside the app, receive or track a response, retain records, support a later two-user connection, provide communication boundaries and offer clear pricing. Competitor details were checked against AppClose’s official website on 30 August 2026.
One-parent co-parenting app comparison
| Criterion | The Coparent App — Bridge Mode™ | AppClose — Solo |
|---|---|---|
| External recipient | Text or email, according to AppClose | |
| Reply/response | Email reply returns to the app conversation | AppClose says responses are retained with Solo activity |
| Attachments | Images, PDF, text and CSV within current limits | AppClose says receipts and documents can be attached |
| App-side tools | Messages, AI assistance, boundaries and records; shared tools require linking | Solo sits within the wider AppClose product |
| Price shown by provider | £9 per family per month | Official site lists a US-dollar subscription and 60-day trial; check local checkout |
| Market emphasis | Built for UK separated parents | US-focused product and court-related positioning |
Which option is best for UK parents?
There is no universal winner. Choose Bridge Mode when you want a UK-focused service, two-way email messaging and The Coparent App’s communication tools. Consider AppClose Solo when its request, event and expense workflow better matches your needs. Confirm current local pricing, platform availability and terms before deciding.
What should you test before committing?
- The exact experience for the non-app recipient.
- Whether a normal email reply returns to the app or a structured response is required.
- Attachment types and size limits.
- Exports and record completeness.
- Notification and repeat-message controls.
- How the account changes if both parents later connect.
Official AppClose source
AppClose’s current description of Solo is available on the official AppClose website. Product features and prices can change; this comparison records what the provider published on the verification date.
Bridge Mode™ works alongside Boundary Mode™
These features solve different problems and are designed to work together. Bridge Mode™ lets one parent use The Coparent App while the other parent replies through ordinary email. Boundary Mode™ remains the separate protection against repeated unanswered normal messages, allowing up to three consecutive messages before a reply resets the allowance.
Frequently asked questions
Does AppClose work if the other parent does not use it?
Yes, for the Solo functions described by AppClose. The provider says Solo can send requests, events or expenses to non-connected people by text or email and retain responses and records.
Is AppClose still free?
App installation may be free, but AppClose’s official website currently presents a paid US-dollar subscription with a 60-day trial and fee-waiver information. Check the provider’s local checkout for the current price applicable to you.
Does the other parent need a Coparent App account?
No. In Bridge Mode™, the other parent can receive messages and reply using ordinary email. The app user keeps the conversation in The Coparent App.
When is linked-parent mode better?
Linked-parent mode is better when both parents are willing to use the app and want shared access to tools such as calendars and expenses. Bridge Mode is for the period when only one parent is using the app.
Related reading
General information only. This article is not legal advice and does not replace a court order, parenting plan or advice from a qualified professional.
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