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BabyCenter vs TimeTree

BabyCenter logo

BabyCenter

Parenting

Comprehensive pregnancy and baby information app

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
TimeTree logo

TimeTree

Parenting

Shared calendar for groups

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: BabyCenter babyCenter is free to use with no subscription tier of its own, monetising through advertising and partnerships rather than a user fee; TimeTree synchronization sometimes lags when changes are made across devices simultaneously
  • They diverge on capability: BabyCenter covers Week-by-week pregnancy updates, TimeTree covers Shared calendars.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which BabyCenter and TimeTree actually diverge.

Attributes where BabyCenter and TimeTree differ
AttributeBabyCenterTimeTree
Pricing modelfreeUnknown
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidiOS, Android, Web
Founded19972014

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Parenting).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in BabyCenter

  • Week-by-week pregnancy updates
  • Baby development tracker
  • Milestone tracking
  • Parenting tips
  • Expert articles
  • Community forums
  • Growth charts
  • Vaccine schedules

Only in TimeTree

  • Shared calendars
  • Event comments
  • Photo attachments
  • Keep memos
  • Notifications
  • Google Calendar
  • Apple Calendar
  • Outlook

Both cover

  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

BabyCenter

  • Pregnancy informationnot TimeTree
  • Baby trackingnot TimeTree
  • Community supportnot TimeTree
  • Health informationnot TimeTree

TimeTree

  • Schedulingnot BabyCenter
  • Appointment bookingnot BabyCenter
  • Time trackingnot BabyCenter
  • Resource managementnot BabyCenter
  • Team coordinationnot BabyCenter

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

BabyCenter

  • BabyCenter is free to use with no subscription tier of its own, monetising through advertising and partnerships rather than a user fee

TimeTree

  • Synchronization sometimes lags when changes are made across devices simultaneously
  • Web version feels like an afterthought with limited functionality
  • iPad app is not properly optimized, showing phone-sized interface on larger screens
  • Limited recurring event options, cannot schedule for every second Tuesday or repeat until specific date
  • Free version displays disruptive ads that can block the screen

Pricing, plan by plan

BabyCenter

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Week-by-week updates
    • Baby tracker
    • Community forums

TimeTree

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the TimeTree review.

Which should you pick?

Choose BabyCenter if

  • You need week-by-week pregnancy updates.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want baby development tracker.
BabyCenter review

Choose TimeTree if

  • You need shared calendars.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want event comments.
TimeTree review

Questions people ask

Is BabyCenter or TimeTree better?
Neither clearly leads. BabyCenter starts at Free and TimeTree at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, BabyCenter or TimeTree?
BabyCenter starts at Free and TimeTree at Free.
Does BabyCenter or TimeTree run on more platforms?
BabyCenter runs on Web, Ios, Android. TimeTree runs on iOS, Android, Web.
Can I use BabyCenter for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is BabyCenter best used for?
BabyCenter is most often used for pregnancy information, baby tracking, community support, health information. Of those, pregnancy information and baby tracking are not what TimeTree is typically brought in for.
What can BabyCenter do that TimeTree cannot?
BabyCenter covers Week-by-week pregnancy updates, Baby development tracker, Milestone tracking, Parenting tips. TimeTree covers Shared calendars, Event comments, Photo attachments, Keep memos. Both handle Web support, Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

TimeTree: What platforms does TimeTree support?

TimeTree is available on iOS, Android, and web (calendar.timetreeapp.com). The app has no native desktop application.

Source
TimeTree: Does TimeTree sync with Google Calendar?

Yes, TimeTree offers two-way Google Calendar sync at no cost to all users, including the free tier.

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TimeTree: How much does TimeTree cost?

The core app is free but ad-supported. TimeTree Premium removes ads and adds attachments and extra views for $4.49 per month or $44.99 per year.

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TimeTree: Can I leave comments on TimeTree events?

Yes, TimeTree treats every event as a shared space where family members can leave comments, attach notes and memos, and have discussions directly on the event.

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