Alert Strategy 101: Why ParkPal and How to Maximize your Plan
A straightforward method for choosing alert windows, avoiding noisy overlap, and sharing notifications so your group can act quickly.
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Feature and Pricing Overview
Choose the service that matches your style instead of juggling three at once.
| Service | Coverage | Pricing snapshot | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| MouseDining | Dining only | Free email, paid text | Solo planners who just need a heads-up for one meal |
| MouseWatcher | Dining only | Paid SMS tiers | Families that prefer rapid-fire texts and do not mind a subscription |
| ParkPal | Dining, events, rides | Free tier plus membership | Groups that want one dashboard, sharing, and Lightning Lane coverage |
Who Should Pick Which
Honest guidance without hype.
MouseDining
Ideal when you're chasing a single advance dining reservation and email notifications are enough.
MouseWatcher
Useful if you live by SMS, want multiple paid tiers, and only care about meals.
ParkPal
Best for groups who need dining, special events, and Lightning Lane alerts in one place with easy sharing.
Etiquette and How Alerts Work
Alerts guide you without auto-booking, which keeps your plans flexible.
You still choose who books and when, which prevents accidental charges and mix-ups.
Cancel duplicate reservations quickly so another family can celebrate the same win.
Share one concise group note outlining priorities so everyone reacts the same way.
Try ParkPal free
Run a single dining alert on the free tier, then upgrade to add Lightning Lane tracking and events when you're ready.
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