FamDisplay vs Skylight Calendar
Looking for a Skylight alternative? FamDisplay gives you more features without expensive hardware.
Both help families stay organized, but they're very different
Skylight is a dedicated hardware device that starts at $169.99. FamDisplay is software that runs on any tablet you already own - iPad, Android, or even an old phone. Beyond just calendars, FamDisplay includes routines, to-dos, rewards, and more.
Feature comparison
| Feature | FamDisplay | Skylight |
|---|---|---|
| Wall-mountable display | ||
| Shared family calendar | ||
| Google Calendar sync | ||
| iCloud Calendar sync | ||
| Outlook Calendar sync | ||
| Works on any tablet | ||
| Works on phones & computers | ||
| No hardware purchase required | ||
| Daily routines (morning, evening) | ||
| Family to-do lists | ||
| Meal planner & grocery list | Included in Pro | Plus plan |
| Family travel map | ||
| Points & rewards system | ||
| Countdown timers | ||
| Weather display | ||
| Multiple layout options | Limited | |
| Per-person color coding | ||
| Try before you pay | 14-day free trial, no card | Buy the screen, 4-month returns |
| Starting price | From $4.99/mo | $169.99 screen + $79/yr Plus |
Why families choose FamDisplay
Use the tablet you already have
Skylight requires buying their hardware, from $169.99. With FamDisplay, mount any iPad or Android tablet on your wall. Already have a spare tablet? You're ready to go. Want to upgrade later? Just move your account to a new device.
More than just a calendar
Skylight shows your schedule. FamDisplay helps run your household. Create morning and bedtime routines kids tap to complete. Track family to-dos. Let kids earn points for completed tasks and redeem them for rewards.
View from anywhere
Skylight is a single device on your wall. FamDisplay works everywhere - check the family schedule from your phone at work, update routines from your laptop, or view the display on multiple tablets around the house.
Flexible layouts for different needs
Switch between Timeline view (what's happening now), Family Columns (see everyone's day), or Week Grid (plan ahead). Skylight offers limited customization. FamDisplay adapts to how your family works.
Lower total cost
Skylight: $169.99 for the 10-inch screen plus $79/year for Plus, about $249 the first year and $407 over three. FamDisplay on a tablet you already own: $4.99/mo for Basic (about $180 over three years) or $9.99/mo for Pro (about $360).
Common questions
Yes! Your calendars (Google, iCloud, Outlook) connect the same way. Just sign up for FamDisplay, connect your calendars, and mount a tablet. You can run both side-by-side during the 14-day free trial.
Any iPad or Android tablet works great. For wall mounting, we recommend a 10-11 inch tablet. Many families use a refurbished iPad (around $200) or Amazon Fire HD 10 ($150). Both cost less than Skylight hardware.
Yes! FamDisplay has both routines (daily tasks that reset, like morning/bedtime) and to-dos (one-time tasks like homework or chores). Plus our rewards system lets kids earn points and redeem them.
Absolutely. Anyone can add events from their personal calendar apps (Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, etc.) and they appear on FamDisplay. Or use our built-in event creation from the setup screen.
FamDisplay focuses on being the best family command center. We don't currently have photo slideshows - we're purpose-built for calendars, routines, to-dos, and rewards.
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