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FamCal vs TimeTree

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FamCal

Parenting & Family

Shared family calendar for coordinating activities

From
Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
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TimeTree

Parenting & Family

Shared calendar for groups

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: FamCal the whole family shares one account, logging in with individual email addresses but a single shared password; TimeTree synchronization sometimes lags when changes are made across devices simultaneously
  • They diverge on capability: FamCal covers Shared calendar, TimeTree covers Shared calendars.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which FamCal and TimeTree actually diverge.

Attributes where FamCal and TimeTree differ
AttributeFamCalTimeTree
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidiOS, Android, Web
Founded20152014

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

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 FamCal

  • Shared calendar
  • Color-coded events
  • Event notifications
  • Multiple family members
  • Calendar syncing
  • Event reminders
  • Location tagging
  • Notes and details

Only in TimeTree

  • Shared calendars
  • Event comments
  • Photo attachments
  • Keep memos
  • Notifications

Both cover

  • Google Calendar
  • Apple Calendar
  • Outlook
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

FamCal

  • Running a shared colour-coded family calendar across membersnot TimeTree
  • Sharing grocery lists, chores and task assignments in a householdnot TimeTree
  • Tracking and exporting shared trip expenses as PDF or CSVnot TimeTree

TimeTree

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

Where each one falls short

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

FamCal

  • The whole family shares one account, logging in with individual email addresses but a single shared password
  • Subscriptions are sold only as weekly or annual terms
  • Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period
  • The account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period
  • The iOS app requires iOS 15.0 or later

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

FamCal

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Shared calendar
    • Basic notifications
    • Up to 6 members
  • Premium$2.99/month
    • Everything in Free
    • Unlimited members
    • Advanced notifications

TimeTree

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the TimeTree review.

Which should you pick?

Choose FamCal if

  • You need shared calendar.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want color-coded events.
FamCal 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 FamCal or TimeTree better?
Neither clearly leads. FamCal 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, FamCal or TimeTree?
FamCal starts at Free and TimeTree at Free.
Does FamCal or TimeTree run on more platforms?
FamCal runs on Web, Ios, Android. TimeTree runs on iOS, Android, Web.
Can I use FamCal for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is FamCal best used for?
FamCal is most often used for running a shared colour-coded family calendar across members, sharing grocery lists, chores and task assignments in a household, tracking and exporting shared trip expenses as pdf or csv. Of those, running a shared colour-coded family calendar across members and sharing grocery lists, chores and task assignments in a household are not what TimeTree is typically brought in for.
What can FamCal do that TimeTree cannot?
FamCal covers Shared calendar, Color-coded events, Event notifications, Multiple family members. TimeTree covers Shared calendars, Event comments, Photo attachments, Keep memos. Both handle Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, Web 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.

Source
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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