Acorns Early: Kids Money App

4.8
407 reviews
100K+
Downloads
Content rating
Everyone
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About this app

Acorns Early (formerly GoHenry) is the smart money app and debit card for your kids that teaches them financial wellness and the value of money. Young people aged 6-18 can learn about earning, saving, and smart spending with features like automated allowance, task lists, and gamified educational quizzes and videos. Then they can practice their skills in the real world with their own debit card. All while parents watch and guide with flexible parental controls.

ACORNS EARLY FEATURES:

- AUTOMATED ALLOWANCE
Automated weekly allowance teaches budgeting skills and that once their money is gone, it's gone.

- SAVING & BUDGETING
Make saving a habit with child-led savings goals that parents can lock and unlock.

- IN-APP TASK LISTS
Teach the power of earning by sending rewards for completed chores.

- BITE-SIZED LESSONS
Boost your child's financial literacy with in-app Money Missions. On average, kids transfer over 30% more into their savings in the first month after completing one.

- THEIR OWN PREPAID CARD
Your child can practice their new skills in the real world with their own kids' debit card — and choose from 45+ designs.

- TRAVEL ABROAD FEE-FREE
One less thing to worry about on vacation with fee-free transactions overseas.

- MONEY SKILLS UNLOCKED
Your child can learn money management skills by keeping tabs on their own cash flow in-app.

- ATM WITHDRAWAL
Heading somewhere that only takes cash? Your child can withdraw money at ATMs.

ACORNS EARLY PARENT FEATURES:

- QUICK AND EASY TRANSFERS
Send money anytime with scheduled allowance and instant transfers.

- INCENTIVIZE CHORES
Set task lists and send rewards for completed chores.

- SPENDING VISIBILITY
Track your kid's money with real-time notifications straight to your phone.

- FLEXIBLE CONTROLS
Choose when, where, and how much your child spends — and change your preferences anytime in-app.

- FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
Friends and family can send money straight to your child's card with Giftlinks and Relatives accounts.

- JUST FOR YOU
Find insights and tips to support your child's financial education in the Parent Space.

- GIVING MADE EASY
Teach your child the value of helping others with optional charitable donations in-app.

ACORNS EARLY TEEN EXTRA FEATURES: YOU`LL NEED A PARENT OR GUARDIAN TO SIGN YOU UP

- THE ACCOUNT THAT GROWS WITH YOU
Grow your independence with a smart debit card and 13+ account with features just for teens.

- SPLIT THE BILL
Request or send money with friends on Acorns Early at any time.

- REQUEST MONEY, GET PAID
Get paid in person with QR codes — even if that person doesn't use Acorns Early.

- SAVINGS YOU CONTROL
Set savings goals in-app for those must-have purchases.

- READY FOR YOUR SIDE HUSTLE
Get paid wages straight to your account with Direct Deposits (14+).

- FREE TO PAY AWAY
Set off and explore with fee-free transactions overseas.

- MAP YOUR SPENDING
Stay on top of your spending habits by tracking your cash flow with spending maps.

LET'S GET STARTED!
1. Sign up today
2. Download the app & learn instantly with Money Missions
3. Parents can set allowance, chores, and add money
4. Activate your card when it arrives in 5-7 days

PRICING

Acorns Early comes included in the Gold subscription ($12/mo).
If you're interested in the Acorns Early only, it's $5/mo for 1 kid, and $10/mo for 2-4 kids.

54k+ 5 star reviews worldwide (Trustpilot, App Stores).

Ā© GoHenry Inc. ("Acorns Early"). Acorns Early is not a bank. The Acorns Early card is issued by Community Federal Savings Bank, member FDIC, pursuant to license by Mastercard International.

https://www.gohenry.com/us/terms-and-conditions/

Acorns Early Address: 5300 California Avenue, Irvine, CA 92617 USA
Updated on
Apr 23, 2025

Data safety

Safety starts with understanding how developers collect and share your data. Data privacy and security practices may vary based on your use, region, and age. The developer provided this information and may update it over time.
This app may share these data types with third parties
App info and performance
This app may collect these data types
Personal info, Photos and videos and 3 others
Data is encrypted in transit
You can request that data be deleted

Ratings and reviews

4.8
398 reviews
shawn chavers
March 21, 2025
I love the app, I think it's really helping to motivate my child for everyday chores, it's helping teach about money spending and savings habits. it's helping to see how many comes in and goes out. plus all the educational videos is super informative. I encourage any parent to try this app, I personally belive it will benefit any child.
43 people found this review helpful
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Acorns
March 21, 2025
Hi Shawn, Thanks so much for your kind words. We're so grateful to hear that you're loving GoHenry! - Tom šŸ˜€
R. MM
January 30, 2025
My first time logging in to the app is not successful. Constant "wrong pin" message, ", incorrect email message etc. Incredibly difficult getting into the app, getting information from the app to reset, changing anything or setting up a pin number for my son's card. One of the worst parts is that I don't have the extra money to spare for his allowance since I already put it on the card for him and now I can't even access the account! I just want to cancel this and get All of my money back. Scam.
40 people found this review helpful
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Acorns
January 30, 2025
Hi there! We are sorry to hear you’re having trouble with accessing the account and would be more than happy to take a look for you - something does not sound right! Please call us on (877) 372-6466 or email us at help@acornsearly.com - All our services are open between 9am and 5pm EST every day. We look forward to hearing from you. - Stella
Morgan Bass
April 18, 2025
It was hard to get into when I first opened up this account. There are lots of log-in errors and timeouts for the password reset link. Once in, it has been great! My kids enjoy doing tasks and learning about money.
6 people found this review helpful
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Acorns
April 19, 2025
Thanks for sharing, Morgan! We're sorry to hear you experienced difficulties when first attempting to login. However, We’re really happy your family is loving Acorns Early Card! - Tom šŸ™‚

What’s new

Our latest update helps kids start earning, saving and spending from day 1! Parents can now set up allowance, tasks and savings goals all in one seamless journey after signing up.