HEAD TO HEAD Researched November 2026
Skylight Calendar 2 vs Greenlight Family Hub
Both are touchscreen family displays with a free tier. The difference that matters for a chore chart is where the rewards sit: Greenlight lists star rewards in its free plan, while Skylight lists Rewards inside its $79-a-year Calendar Plus.
Researched, not hands-on tested. We have not used this device. This review is based on the maker's specs, published pricing and public information, as of November 2026. How we review.
| Spec | Skylight Calendar 2 (15") | Greenlight Family Hub |
|---|---|---|
| Screen | 15" diagonal | 15.6" or 10.1" |
| Placement | Countertop stand or wall mount | 15.6": always plugged in, stand and mounting kit. 10.1": built-in battery, 4–6 hours |
| Price (Nov 2026) | $299.99 (store price with a Plus plan purchase) | $299 (15.6") / $199 (10.1") |
| Subscription | Optional Calendar Plus, $79/year after a free first month | Free plan; optional Family Hub+ at $9.99/month (Greenlight's shop page) for AI voice assistant and location features |
| Chores and rewards | Task manager with chores and routines is free. Star rewards, meal planning, photo screensaver and Magic Import need Plus. | Chores with star rewards in the free plan. Chores with cash rewards for existing Greenlight money-plan customers. |
| Calendar sync | Google, Apple, Outlook, Yahoo, Cozi, Readdle, or any public calendar link | Google, Outlook and iCloud calendars; Google Photos and iCloud photos |
| App support | Free mobile app and Skylight Cloud web app | Greenlight companion app |
| Cost over three years | About $537 over three years if you add Plus ($299.99 + 3 × $79). | $299 for the 15.6" on the free plan. Hub+ at $9.99/month would add about $360 over three years. |
| Editorial score | 7.4 / 10 | 8.8 / 10 |
PRICES AS OF NOVEMBER 2026, FROM EACH MAKER'S OWN PAGES. THEY CHANGE; CONFIRM BEFORE YOU BUY.
Chores and rewards
Skylight's free task manager handles chores and routines as a checklist. Stars and rewards are on Skylight's Calendar Plus feature list. Greenlight's help center lists chores with star rewards in Family Hub Free, and cash rewards for people on a Greenlight financial plan.
If you only want a check-off chart, both do the job without paying. If you want kids to earn stars, Greenlight gets there with no subscription on paper, and Skylight needs Plus.
What each one costs
Skylight Calendar 2 is listed at $299.99 on Skylight's store with a Plus plan; Greenlight's 15.6-inch hub is $299, with a 10.1-inch at $199. Greenlight's optional Hub+ is $9.99 per month and adds voice AI and location features. Skylight Plus is $79 per year and adds rewards, meal planning, photo screensaver and import tools.
Over three years with each company's paid add-on, the totals diverge: roughly $537 for Skylight with Plus, and $299 for Greenlight on the free plan or about $659 with Hub+ billed monthly.
Privacy and extras
Greenlight's paid tier includes a location map and a voice assistant, which are not chore features and may not be things you want in a kids' space. Skylight's FAQ says there is no way to browse the internet or social media on its devices.
For a rewards-based chart without a subscription, Greenlight's free tier is the stronger match on paper. For a calendar-first screen that syncs with the widest set of sources, including Cozi and public links, Skylight is the simpler fit. Neither has been hands-on tested by us.
Questions
Which is cheaper, Skylight or Greenlight?
At list prices Greenlight's 15.6-inch hub ($299) and Skylight's Calendar 2 ($299.99 with Plus) are about the same up front. Greenlight's free plan includes star rewards; Skylight needs Plus ($79/year) for rewards.
Can either one pay real allowance?
Greenlight says chores can tie to cash rewards if you have a Greenlight financial plan. Skylight does not list a money feature.
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Sources
- Skylight Calendar 2 product pageSpecs, Plus features, $79/year, FAQ, calendar sync list · fetched November 2026
- Skylight store homeCalendar 2 $299.99 and Max $599.99 listings; free vs Plus feature lists · fetched November 2026
- Skylight comparison chartSize, memory and placement per model · fetched November 2026
- Greenlight Family Hub shop pagePrices, sizes, battery, Hub+ price, features · fetched November 2026
- Which Family Hub features come with my plan?Free vs Plus feature table; cash vs star rewards · fetched November 2026
- How does billing work for Greenlight Family Hub?Bundles and billing · fetched November 2026
- Greenlight: Skylight vs GreenlightManufacturer's own comparison (a competitor-authored source; treat with care) · fetched November 2026