OpenFamily
7.7#1 in family locator appsFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitOpenFamily vs Zamily
What both publish
| Fact | OpenFamily | Zamily |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | Android notifications use UnifiedPush through ntfy, and the app does not require Google Play Services. | The maker describes subscriptions as handled through Google Play on Android and the App Store if an iOS version is released. |
| Places | Saved places can trigger server-side arrival and departure alerts. | Family members can receive notifications when someone enters or leaves a saved Place, subject to plan limits and notification settings. |
| Privacy | Accounts, coordinates, saved places, and history are stored in PostgreSQL on the operator's server, and the app has no analytics SDK or crash reporter. | The privacy policy says family location is shared only with members of that family group and personal information is not sold or shared with third parties. |
OpenFamily plans
- Open source self-hostedFree
- Self-hosted OpenFamilyFree
Zamily plans
- Free tierFree
- Premium$4.99 a month
Pick OpenFamily if…
It suits households whose member can run a small Docker stack and who want shared location and safety tools. It is not designed for fleets or public tracking.
Pick Zamily if…
Zamily is designed for households, including parents, teens, couples and grandparents who want shared location, trip tracking or SOS alerts. It is currently for Android users.