At-a-glance comparison
| Area | The Coparent App | AppClose |
|---|---|---|
| Market focus | UK separated parents | Primarily US-focused |
| Published price | £9 per family per month | Official site lists a US-dollar subscription and 60-day trial |
| If only one parent joins | Bridge Mode™ two-way email conversation | AppClose Solo requests, events or expenses by text or email |
| Communication support | AI-assisted rewriting, Boundary Mode and Quiet Mode | Messaging and broader co-parenting tools |
| Shared tools | Calendar, expenses and linked-parent workspace | Calendar, expenses, requests and records |
| Records | Organised conversations and exports | Messages, expenses, requests and Solo records |
Does AppClose work if the other parent does not use it?
Yes. AppClose’s official product description says Solo can send requests, events or expenses to non-connected co-parents or others by text or email, attach documents, receive responses and keep records.
How is Bridge Mode different from AppClose Solo?
Bridge Mode™ is centred on a continuing two-way email conversation: the app user sends inside The Coparent App, the recipient replies in email, and the reply returns to the app. AppClose describes Solo more broadly around outward requests, events and expenses sent by text or email.
Both address one-sided adoption. Neither should be described as the only feature of its kind. The important difference is the workflow you prefer.
Pricing and UK suitability
The Coparent App costs £9 per family per month. If both parents link later, the second parent is covered by the same family subscription.
AppClose’s website currently lists a US-dollar monthly subscription and 60-day free trial. UK users should check the current local store or checkout price, tax, terms and support before relying on a converted figure.
Which should you choose?
- Choose the communication workflow the recipient is most likely to use.
- Check whether you need two-way email replies or structured outward requests.
- Compare shared calendar, expense and record features.
- Check boundaries, notifications and message-writing assistance.
- Confirm current pricing and cancellation terms directly with each provider.
Method and update note
This comparison uses publicly available product information and was substantively updated on 30 August 2026 to include Bridge Mode and AppClose Solo. Competitor functionality and pricing can change; follow the linked official source for the latest AppClose details.
Frequently asked questions
Does AppClose work if the other parent does not use it?
Yes. AppClose says Solo sends requests, events or expenses to non-connected people by text or email and can retain their responses and related records.
How is Bridge Mode different from AppClose Solo?
Bridge Mode is a two-way email conversation: ordinary email replies return to The Coparent App. AppClose describes Solo around requests, events and expenses sent outside the app by text or email.
Which app is cheaper?
The Coparent App publishes a £9 per-family monthly price. AppClose publishes a US-dollar subscription and trial. Compare the final local checkout prices and included features rather than converting a headline figure.
Are organised messages automatically accepted as evidence?
No app can guarantee that a record will be accepted or given a particular weight. Keep complete, chronological records and seek advice from a qualified UK family-law professional if evidence may be needed.
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.
