Get on The Same Page With These Shared Calendar Apps for Couples

Being in a healthy partnership means having strong communication skills—and a large part of that is being on the same page about events, appointments and family or social obligations. Fortunately, it's never been easier to connect on important dates thanks to the download of a shared calendar app for couples.

Having a shared calendar app not only provides on-demand transparency to you both, but it also helps to quickly and easily identify availability and conflicts. (This will help you both be more productive and proactive in planning your time!)

Interested in hitting download on a shared calendar app for couples? Here are some of the best.

Upbase

Often used in more corporate settings, Upbase is a project management tool and shared calendar that couples and families are loving, too. Great for the busiest of couples, it integrates a shared calendar, to-do list, shared files, shopping lists, and more. It also has a notepad where you can jot down and share thoughts in real-time and will easily synchronize with your Google Calendar, if you want it to.

Why you'll love it:

• It has a messaging feature for 1:1 chatting with your partner in real-time.
• The shared schedule feature includes customizable to-do lists and is easy to update.
• It helps keep tasks organized and Type-As will love checking things off as they're finished.

Cost: Free to $5 a month

Cupla

Designed specifically for couples, the Cupla app lets partners share calendars, gather to-do lists and set reminders to help smoothly and seamlessly navigate life together. According to the brand, the app was designed rooted in the belief that, "Quality time is the foundation of better relationships, and strong relationships lead to happier families and communities."

Why you'll love it:

• You can share photos, videos and notes.
• Conversations within the app are private and secure.
• The unique Date Planner feature encourages you to set regular date night goals,plan dates and prioritize time together.

Cost: Free with in-app purchases

Google Calendar

Arguably the most common shared calendar app, Google Calendar (developed by Google, obvi.) lets users share their personal calendars or create a shared co-calendar that seamlessly integrates with all other Google apps. It's accessible across most smart devices and for Android, Apple, Google and more.

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Why you'll love it:

• You can color code events by category or responsibility.
• You can add reminders, and checklists and assign tasks.
• Set up push notifications to keep you on top of your game.

Cost: Free

Cozi

Much more than just a shared calendar app, Cozi uses one account that you and your partner can easily access using their own email address, so each user has the same experience and sees the same info. Unique calendar features include the ability to set reminders, color-code events and responsibilities, sync other calendars, professional appointments and team events and send automated daily or weekly emails.

Why you'll love it:

• The unique "Recipe Box" component lets you organize recipes, add ingredients to shopping lists and helps to encourage more fresh, home-cooked meals.

Cost: Free or $29.99 annually

Raft

A shared calendar app you can use between couples—and include friends, too)—Raft is a great solution for keeping all your plans and obligations in one, easy-to-see spot. Ideal for busy couples who are often ships passing in the night (or at least it feels that way), Raft makes it easy to plan, coordinate and embrace scheduling transparency so you can seamlessly prioritize how you spend your free time together.

Why you'll love it:

• A comment feature allows you to make notes and ask questions regarding schedules, encouraging open and clear communication.
• You can send and receive e-vites to upcoming events, like date nights between the two of you.
• There's an option to invite friends and family into your calendar, too.

Cost: Free

FamilyWall

Couples with families (or who are thinking about starting a family) will love FamilyWall, an all-in-one family organizing app that keeps you connected and on your A-game. Aside from being able to easily share calendars and appointments, you can also track finances, plan meals, securely message one another with confidence, and more.

Why you'll love it:

• Access FamilyWall from the app on a smartphone or tablet, or roam from any web browser.
• Stay on the same page financially with budgeting tools that keep everything in check.
• It integrates with Google Calendar.

Cost: Free or $4.99 a month

TimeTree

A great shared calendar app to keep pretty much anyone and everyone organized and on their game, couples can use TimeTree to view the times and days they have free to plan dates, quality time together and even fun getaways or surprises. TimeTree is also super user-friendly, functioning more like an easy-to-navigate website versus a traditional app.

Why you'll love it:

• TimeTree makes it super easy to navigate individual schedules to prioritize time spent together.
• Calendars are only shared with authorized participants so you can ensure your plans are safe and secure.

Cost: Free or $4.49 a month