REVIEW Skylight · researched November 2026
Skylight Calendar 2 review
A calendar-first touchscreen where chores are free and star rewards sit behind a yearly plan.
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.
On paper the Calendar 2 is the most familiar option in the category: a 15-inch screen that works as a wall calendar first and a chore chart second. Chores are free, but the star-and-rewards loop that makes many kids care is a Plus feature.
EDITORIAL SCORE · our own rating from specs, not a user rating. How it works
Specs and pricing
| Screen | 15" diagonal |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 1920 × 1080 FHD |
| Placement | Countertop stand or wall mount |
| Price (as of Nov 2026) | $299.99 (store price with a Plus plan purchase) |
| Subscription | Optional Calendar Plus, $79/year after a free first month |
| Chores and rewards | Task manager with chores and routines is free. Star rewards, meal planning, photo screensaver and Magic Import need Plus. |
| Calendar sync | Google, Apple, Outlook, Yahoo, Cozi, Readdle, or any public calendar link |
| App support | Free mobile app and Skylight Cloud web app |
| Cost over three years | About $537 over three years if you add Plus ($299.99 + 3 × $79). |
PRICES AS OF NOVEMBER 2026 · Skylight's own store lists the Calendar 2 at $299.99 with a Calendar Plus plan and says that skipping Plus costs more for the device.
Chores and rewards
Skylight describes the free task manager as an interactive checklist for daily routines and chores, with a color for each family member. That is enough for a plain check-off chart. If you want kids to collect stars toward a reward you set, Skylight's own feature list puts Rewards inside Calendar Plus. Plus also adds Disney Mode, which Skylight describes as character avatars and animations for finished jobs.
What stands out
- Chores and routines are available without a subscription
- Widest list of calendar sources we found, including Cozi and public links
- Counter stand and wall mount both included in the spec list
- Separate Snap Frame styles and a 4-month return window on Skylight's store
Trade-offs
- Rewards (stars) require Calendar Plus at $79 a year
- Wi-Fi and a wall outlet are required; there is no battery
- Plus is billed yearly with no monthly option published on the pages we read
Who it suits
A good fit: Families that want one shared calendar on a counter or wall, already use Google, Apple or Outlook, and are comfortable adding a yearly plan if the kids need stars.
Probably not: Anyone who wants rewards and meal planning without a subscription, or who wants a cordless unit.
Questions
Do I need a subscription to use chores on a Skylight Calendar?
No. Skylight lists the task manager (chores and routines) as a free feature. Rewards, meal planning, photo screensaver and Magic Import are part of Calendar Plus, which Skylight prices at $79 per year.
Does the Skylight Calendar 2 run on a battery?
No. Skylight's FAQ says the calendar must be plugged into an outlet and needs a constant Wi-Fi connection.
Keep reading
- Skylight Calendar 2 vs Greenlight Family Hub
- Skylight Calendar 2 vs Apolosign Digital Calendar
- Skylight Calendar 2 vs Cozyla Calendar Plus 2
- Best digital chore charts 2026
- Comparison table
- Chores by age: a skill ladder, not a birthday list
- Allowance math: what your family can actually sustain
- Ask once: a calm script for getting kids to help
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
SOURCE LIST ALSO KEPT IN THE SITE REPOSITORY (SOURCES.MD). PRICES AND FEATURES CAN CHANGE; CONFIRM ON THE MAKER'S SITE.