Coming up with a list of the top 10 wedding planning apps was one of the hardest, simply because there are so many amazing apps out there that help couples (mostly brides) plan their big day. Perhaps the abundance of apps is due to the fact that a wedding encompasses so many different aspects: the bride’s dress, bridesmaids, color palette, guests, seating arrangements, budget, gift list, overall organization, and more. Naturally, brides-to-be want every look to be perfect.
On the other hand, Pinterest is great for inspiration. There are also apps like The Knot Wedding Planner and Appy Couple that are more comprehensive. They offer checklists, RSVP management, vendor tracking, wedding website search, and more.
The app you choose will depend on your immediate needs. Not everyone needs help with everything, and if that’s the case for you, you can choose a specific app for the areas where you need help. If the thought of planning your wedding is completely overwhelming, an app that offers comprehensive organizational tools can help you stay grounded, not to mention sane. Planning a wedding can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. In fact, it can be fun, and that’s exactly what these 10 best wedding planning apps offer. When you have something at your fingertips to help you find vendors, to-do lists, budgets, guest lists, and more, everything seems less daunting and more doable. Remember, we’re talking about your special day. Give yourself time to enjoy it.
1. WeddingHappy
WeddingHappy is the virtual equivalent of a wedding planner. Simply enter your wedding date, and WeddingHappy will create a personalized schedule so you can have everything ready for the big day. Other features include a wedding day countdown, payment tracking, expense summaries, sharing options with your partner, vendor tracking, and wedding notifications. Everything can be managed from an easy-to-use dashboard. And it’s free, which means you can try it risk-free.
2. Joy
Joy is the ultimate wedding guest management tool. It lets you create a beautiful wedding website and add your guest list. Send invitations and save the dates, accept RSVPs, and even offer a wedding gift registry. Joy also acts as a private social network that allows guests to create profiles and share photos. Joy can be used on a desktop or as a mobile app, and it’s completely free.
3. The Knot Wedding Planner
Knot Wedding Planner is one of the most comprehensive wedding planning apps on the market, and believe it or not, it’s free. It starts with a wedding style quiz to help you define your vision, then offers a host of features to help you make it happen. It includes a network of 300,000 vendors and venues, a guest list manager, a wedding website, a gift registry, a checklist, a budget planner, a wedding countdown timer, and finally, a wedding day calendar.
4. Zola
Zola offers several wedding planning services, including free website creation, printed invitations (for a fee), a guest list, a checklist, a wedding store with wedding dresses and more, pre-vetted vendors, and a gift registry.
The gift registry is the app’s strongest feature, with a few special features. First, it allows you to sign up for Zola and other sites, but by signing up for other sites, you can add items to your Zola gift registry so that guests can shop in one place. Zola also offers group gift options and discounts (for honeymoons, charities, etc.). Zola also stands out for its excellent customer service, offering free returns, easy exchanges, and a 20% discount after the wedding. Zola is available on desktop and mobile.
5. Mint
Mint is one of the least restrictive apps on this list, and it’s here because of its sheer utility. It’s a free and easy-to-use money management app that syncs with your bank account and credit cards so you can…
6. Pinterest
Another app that’s not just for weddings, Pinterest is a great place to find inspiration and keep track of your favorite ideas. You can search for ideas for just about anything wedding-related: rings, invitations, dresses, centerpieces, cakes, makeup, hairstyles, veils, venues, and more. When you find something you like, simply add it to your board to keep all your ideas organized.
7. Pantone Studio
Your wedding color scheme can set the tone for your day, and Pantone Studio is a specialized app designed to help you choose the right one. Explore over 10,000 colors and create a palette to test on 3D-rendered materials. This way, you can choose the exact shades that will match your bridesmaids, flowers, and decor. Another cool feature is that you can take a photo and the app will identify the color so you know what to look for. Pantone Studio costs $4.99 per month or $29.99 per year. Couples moving into a new home may need an annual subscription to decorate. The only downside to this app is that it’s only available for iOS devices, not Android.
8. AllSeated
Photo sharing starts right at the beginning of your wedding day (wedding reception, reception, etc.). As your guests take photos with their phone cameras, the photos are automatically shared. This app can create some of your most treasured wedding memories—you only need 10 minutes of setup before the big day.
9. LadyMarry
To get started, enter your wedding date and location, and the app will create a highly personalized checklist in about 3 seconds. In addition to a detailed checklist, LadyMarry also offers tips, a wedding countdown widget, and the ability to collaborate with any member of your planning team.
10. Appy Couple
Appy Couple is a multi-functional planning app. It covers a wide range of wedding planning needs, but it especially excels at creating elegant and personalized wedding websites. Other features include guest list management, invitations, RSVPs, registries, travel concierge services, virtual toasts, a guest book, and a guest photo gallery. While this wedding planning app does it all, it comes at a price: $49 for Appy Boutique and $149 for Appy Luxury.
The Wedding is Just the Beginning
Every bride (and groom) wants their wedding to be exactly how they imagined it, and wedding planning apps can help make that happen. In fact, they can make the difference between a bride arriving at her wedding tired and stressed, and one that feels relaxed and at ease. And while all of this is important, it’s also good to remember that marriage is just the beginning of your life with your partner.