CoreParent vs Custody X Change
Custody X Change is a mature tool for building and visualizing custody schedules. CoreParent does the same plus shared expenses with direct payment, a kid-centered registry for extended family contributions, and an integrated attorney workspace.
by The CoreParent Co-Founders · Last updated
Feature comparison
| Feature | CoreParent | Custody X Change |
|---|---|---|
| Parenting plan builder | CXC's flagship feature | |
| Custody calendar visualization | Highly polished in CXC | |
| Child support calculator (all 50 states) | ||
| Expense tracking + direct settle-up | Stripe-powered, funds flow directly parent-to-parent | |
| Kid-centered registry | ||
| Co-parent messaging | ||
| Attorney / professional workspace | ||
| Parenting journal / incident log | ||
| Pricing | Free to build; Solo from $39 every 3 months (unlimited exports) or $129/yr | ~$14-24/month, subscription-based |
When to choose Custody X Change
Custody X Change's calendar visualization and scenario-comparison tools (comparing two schedule alternatives side-by-side) are the most polished in the category. If you're negotiating a plan in mediation and need to visualize multiple options before committing, CXC is strong at exactly that task.
When to choose CoreParent
If you're past negotiation and into execution — shared expenses, kid-centered fundraising, attorney collaboration, ongoing organizational work — CoreParent covers surface area that CXC doesn't. CoreParent's $129/yr (or $39 every 3 months) vs an open-ended monthly subscription is also a meaningful cost difference over a multi-year divorce.
More comparisons
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