Go Check the FridgeA Skylight Calendar Alternative That Uses the Tablet You Already Own
Skylight Calendar is a well-known way to get a family calendar on the wall — but it means buying a dedicated $200+ touchscreen. If you've already got an old tablet sitting in a drawer, Go Check the Fridge gets you the same result — a synced, always-visible family calendar — without the hardware purchase.
How They Compare
| Go Check the Fridge | Skylight Calendar | |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware | Use any tablet you already have | Requires purchasing their touchscreen device |
| Setup | Pair from your phone via gocheckthefridge.com/P | Unbox and configure new hardware |
| Cost | $8.99/mo or $79/yr | Device cost + subscription |
| Scope | Calendar display, nothing else | Calendar plus chore charts, meal planning, photos |
The Case for Go Check the Fridge
If you've already got a spare tablet — an old iPad, a hand-me-down Android — there's no reason to buy dedicated hardware to get a calendar on your wall. A $10 wall or fridge mount and Go Check the Fridge get you there for a fraction of the upfront cost.
If you don't have a spare tablet and want an all-in-one physical product with meal planning, chore charts, and photo features built in, Skylight is a strong, more full-featured option — that's simply a different product for a different need.
Who Go Check the Fridge Fits
Families who already have a spare device and just want the calendar itself visible, without buying new hardware or managing a feature-heavy product.
FAQ
- Can I use an old iPad or Android tablet?
- Yes — GoCheckTheFridge works in any modern tablet browser, no app install required on the display device.
- Do I need to buy anything besides a subscription?
- Only a basic wall or fridge mount for your existing tablet, if you don't already have one to prop it up.
- Is there a free trial?
- Yes, 14 days free before billing starts at $8.99/month or $79/year.
- Does it show chores or meal plans like Skylight?
- No — GoCheckTheFridge is intentionally just the calendar. If you want chore charts and meal planning built in, Skylight's feature set may be a better fit.
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