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PocketLife Calendar

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Value score / 100 Worth paying? Depends It depends

PocketLife Calendar offers good customization and organization features, but frequent data loss, syncing issues, and increasing subscription costs make its paid version questionable.

Free + in-app purchases seen up to $47.99 4.7★ lifetime (41,446) since 2010

PocketLife Calendar is praised for its color-coding, customization, and ease of use, making it a popular choice for organizing events R4R7R44. However, many users report critical issues like data deletion, syncing problems, and unexpected charges, which significantly detract from its value, especially for paid subscribers R10R11R117R144. The app's lifetime rating of 4.7 suggests a generally positive experience for many, but recent reviews highlight serious reliability concerns.

Free vs paid

The free version of PocketLife Calendar allows users to add a limited number of events (around 15-20) and includes ads, some of which contain inappropriate content R702R97. The paid version removes ads and unlocks extended functionality, such as viewing dates beyond a year, but users report that features like stickers are not always delivered as promised R198. Historically, the app offered a one-time purchase, but it has transitioned to yearly subscriptions, with prices increasing over time R40R144R152. Some users who paid a one-time fee are now being asked for monthly payments or annual subscriptions to access future years R547R152.

Value complaints

  • The app has transitioned from a one-time purchase to yearly subscriptions, with prices increasing from $1.99 to $6.99 or more per year for the same features.R40R144R152R56
  • Users who previously paid for the app are now being asked for additional monthly or yearly payments to access future years or continued functionality.R547R152R709
  • Some paid features, like stickers, are not delivered as promised, and users still encounter ads or functionality issues even after purchasing add-ons.R198R690
  • The free version has a very limited number of events allowed before prompting payment, and includes inappropriate ads.R702R97R464

Where it delivers

  • Users appreciate the app's color-coding features, which help organize different events and family members.R4R7R24R44
  • Many find the app easy to use, intuitive, and better than the native iPhone calendar for visibility and organization.R4R5R25R33
  • The app offers good customization options, including the ability to set the start day of the week and save templates for events.R4R22R190
  • It helps users stay organized and is highly recommended by long-term users for tracking events and appointments.R19R34R35R37
Worth paying if

It might be worth paying if you prioritize extensive color-coding, customizable layouts, and compatibility with other calendars, and are willing to risk potential data loss or syncing issues R4R7R44R24. It could also be suitable if you need to manage complex family schedules and require syncing across multiple devices, assuming the syncing issues reported by some users do not affect you R24R32.

Skip / stay free if

You should skip paying if data reliability is critical for you, as many users report losing all their schedules and events, sometimes repeatedly, with poor customer support R10R11R117R149. Also, skip if you dislike subscription models with increasing prices, or if you expect robust customer support for technical issues R40R144R152R72. If you need a calendar that seamlessly integrates with Google Calendar or offers advanced widget customization, this app may not meet your expectations .

Evidence note: Recent reviews show a significant increase in complaints regarding data loss, syncing issues, and pricing changes, which contrasts with the high lifetime rating. The lifetime rating likely reflects a period when the app was more stable and had a different monetization model.

Frequently asked

Does PocketLife Calendar sync with other calendars?
Yes, PocketLife Calendar is compatible with other calendars and can sync with them, including Apple and Mac calendars R4R24R32. However, some users report issues with syncing, such as unwanted data migration from other calendars, or events not appearing consistently across devices R73.
What are the common problems with PocketLife Calendar?
Common problems include frequent data deletion or loss of schedules, events not saving, syncing issues between devices, and unexpected changes in event colors R10R11R117R149. Users also report difficulties with settings, an increase in steps to add events, and issues with the app automatically altering event titles or placing information in the wrong fields .
Is there customer support for PocketLife Calendar?
While some users have received initial responses from support, many report poor or unresponsive customer service, especially after initial suggestions fail to resolve problems R72R119R159R51.
How much does PocketLife Calendar cost?
PocketLife Calendar is free to download but offers in-app purchases ranging from $1.49 to $47.99 (product page). Many users report that the app has transitioned from a one-time purchase to an annual subscription, with prices increasing over time, for example, from $2.99 to $6.99 per year for the same features R144R152R56R422.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R40] 3/5 · US I went back to iOS calendar …: I’ve used PocketLife Calendar for more than 10 years, but have decided to go back to the free Apple iOS calendar. I asked many years ago about a lifetime subscription for a one-time rate, y’all replied that it was being considered. As this subscription option has never materialized I have decided to stop using PocketLife Calendar. Wishing you continued success w
  2. [R144] 1/5 · US Used to love this: I’ve had this app for years and the price used to be a lifetime price - but now they charge yearly. It used to be $2.99 then it’s been $4.99 for years. NOW it’s trying to charge $6.99/year for the SAME EXACT features! Very sad it’s gone up so drastically for no change at all. I’m finishing out this year - since it’s paid for - and switching to Google calendar.
  3. [R152] 2/5 · US Starting with the subscription fees now.: I used this calendar for quite a while and today I wanted to schedule something out in 2026, and got the message they wanted $6.99 to use it for 2026. No telling what 2027 will be. I HATE subscription fees, especially with no guarantee of what they will be. Had they asked for a simple one time donation, I could have done that. But a subscription?!?
  4. [R56] 4/5 · US Nice app, but getting expensive: I’ve used the app since it was $1.99 , but now at $6.99 it’s time to find a new one
  5. [R547] 3/5 · CA Loved this App: I loved this app. Paid for it because I liked so I thought why not. This year I went to add something into next year and now they want monthly payments. I’ve paid for this app, why should I have to start making payments again when I paid for it to start with. What a disappointment.
  6. [R709] 3/5 · CA Works well, but a little unscrupulous...: App does the job, but it has demanded an extra payment for continued use this year and now it has been pestering me to submit a star rating until I caved and am doing so along with this review. It’s a good planner, but takes a little too much advantage of having insinuated itself into your daily habits. Best be on guard for future marketing and monetizatio
  7. [R198] 3/5 · US Not as promised: I tried out the free version then purchased to support, then paid again for “add ons” and I still don’t see the stickers they claim to have. I will be canceling subscription unless I am proven wrong, if so then I will change my review. But I won’t be paying 9.99 more to use next years calendar. I have 3 stats because it is pretty and a lot of work has gone into this app but no
  8. [R690] 3/5 · CA Convenient but...: I found the tool convenient and decided to purchase upgrade. Paid in January for ad-free, and in 4 weeks it said that I have to buy! I reinstalled and it started showing ads again. It keeps giving me this weird warning, showing ads, and stops working on regular basis. This is major inconvenience. Not sure that my fee helped me to get more convenient version, it actually more bo
  9. [R702] 3/5 · CA So far so good: I’ve been using the app for less than an hour. I really like it and have been busy adding events. I quickly surpassed my small allowable number of events (15-20) and feel this was the app for me so I purchased the full version. It’s been 5 minutes since I paid for the full version and I’m being hounded at every entry to rate the app and give feedback. So the first hour has been eas
  10. [R97] 3/5 · US Porn: I’ve loved this calendar up until now. I use the free version because that’s all I’ve needed, so I have ads. In the last few months I’ve noticed some of my ads include naked women. I have a family and sometimes my kids use my phone. Totally not ok.
  11. [R464] 3/5 · GB Certainly clearly understood application: It is a clearly understood and easy to us but as soon as you get the hang of it they’ll ask you to pay up high price for continuing to use it!
  12. [R4] 5/5 · US Best calendar I’ve seen: Easy to use, colorful, customizable, compatible with other calendars.
  13. [R7] 5/5 · US Love! Highly recommended: I’ve had these app a few years I love it This app helps me tremendously keep track of everything especially able to change the color of events. Best calendar ever
  14. [R24] 5/5 · US BEST calendar app out there by far!: Love this app! Color coded for each family member. Syncs to my Mac. Have renewed subscription for a couple years now. Still running perfectly. I've recommended it to many friends. All loving it! Syncs to my husband's app so we are always up to date with the crazy family schedule.
  15. [R44] 5/5 · US Best calendar app.: Helps me stay organized and color coded. So easy to use!my friends are jealous!
  16. [R5] 5/5 · US Works: More features than native iphone app
  17. [R25] 5/5 · US I live by it!!: I have used it for years now. I did not like the calendar that came with the iPhone. I have no idea if that has improved, but I replaced it with this and have never had the first problem with it.
  18. [R33] 5/5 · US Update: YES! This calendar IS the best and easiest to use. I have tried MANY!! 😊 UPDATE-- alerts won't work. Can't contact support?
  19. [R22] 5/5 · US Limited color tabs: I use this calendar app for nearly everything and have found it to be very user-friendly and easy to navigate. One of its most useful features is the ability to customize which day of the week the calendar starts on, allowing for a more personalized experience. There are a few areas where I believe the app could be improved. First, it does not currently offer the ability to pe
  20. [R190] 3/5 · US Great calendar there’s but clock bugs: I love so many of the features on this calendar. I like color coding events, it’s easy to see everything at a glance, and I can save templates. There’s a downside with the clock though. I travel a lot, and the calendar doesn’t do well with time zone changes. I have to make sure when I add events, I select my home time zone. There’s also a weird bug where it’l
  21. [R19] 5/5 · US Keeps me organized: This is the first calendar I’ve used consistently . . . and I’ve recommended it to others!
  22. [R34] 5/5 · US Can’t live without it!: Part of my everyday!
  23. [R35] 5/5 · US Highly Recommend!!: Love this app!! It’s easy to use, great features & helps me stay organized. Had a bunch of other ones previously but none compare because they’re constantly changing with customer needs & making upgrades. Great app!!
  24. [R37] 5/5 · US Great way to save the Date: I love this calendar with the color options, alarms, and continuous reminders. I have been using it for over the years and it is my go to!
  25. [R32] 5/5 · US Great calendar: I love using this calendar as it works across all my digital devices
  26. [R73] 1/5 · US Bummed: Got this to be separate from my Apple calendar and it synced everything. Literally NOT want I wanted and said NO! I’d update something and it never showed in this one, it showed in my Apple calendar. So bummed… $5 in the 🚽…
  27. [R10] 1/5 · US What is going on: I’ve been using and paying for this app for years then all of a sudden all my schedules have been deleted. Idk how to fix this.
  28. [R11] 1/5 · US Everything deletes: Deleting this garbage. This the is second time that my calendar has been wiped clean on its own. My whole month was filled and now it’s emptied and nothing happened to make that happen.
  29. [R117] 1/5 · US Events missing: I pay for this app and have been paying over the last 5-6 years. Everything I that occurred in my life I saved on this app, and now everything is missing. I tried everything to no avail. Removing my subscription.
  30. [R149] 1/5 · US ALL of my appts were deleted and are not restoring: ALL of my appts were deleted and are not restoring
  31. [R72] 1/5 · US Poor support: I’ve recently had problems with this app. After support initially responded with suggestions for a fix (which didn’t correct the problem) they ignored my attempts for further help by not responding to any of my additional request for help. We are unable to share our calendars. I’ve already paid for their calendar for the year 2025 and I’ve absolutely no use for it. My wife and I are
  32. [R119] 1/5 · US Unreliable when you have low storage: I have been using this app since 2015. I save ALL my important life events, for work family and everything in between. My storage was full and I woke up to ALL of my events being deleted from my calendar. They promise this will never happen, well it did. The only saving grace was that my iPhone calendar app retained them all, but all the details I typed in, ad
  33. [R159] 3/5 · US Everything vanished 😢: I’ve had this app for years and never had a problem. The other day I opened the app and everything was gone and vanished. I’ve tried customer support they’ve been trying to help me but I’m not having luck. Now I’m scared to start all over. I’m lost this app was my life haha I’ve backed up my home. It’s on the newest version. Nothing 😢
  34. [R51] 1/5 · US YEAYARIGHT: Need more support How do I get training Need phone help
  35. [R422] 3/5 · GB Price increases yearly ☹️: I love this app, have used it for years and have recommended it to all my friends and family who use it as much as I do. However, for me, it’s time to find something else. I don’t mind a nominal increase every year but £3.99 this year is too much to ask. I wonder if the Developer will give me that long, impersonal speech they give everyone who criticises the price?

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store