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HiMama vs TimeTree

HiMama logo

HiMama

Parenting

Childcare made simpler for everyone

From
$2/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
TimeTree logo

TimeTree

Parenting

Shared calendar for groups

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only TimeTree has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: HiMama no pricing rates published on vendor website; redirect to Lillio without public pricing page access; TimeTree synchronization sometimes lags when changes are made across devices simultaneously
  • They diverge on capability: HiMama covers Daily activity updates, TimeTree covers Shared calendars.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which HiMama and TimeTree actually diverge.

Attributes where HiMama and TimeTree differ
AttributeHiMamaTimeTree
Starting price$2/monthFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidiOS, Android, Web
Founded20122014

Identical on both: 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 HiMama

  • Daily activity updates
  • Photo and video sharing
  • Parent messaging
  • Attendance tracking
  • Curriculum planning
  • Developmental assessments
  • Digital check-in
  • Progress reports

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.

HiMama

  • Parent engagementnot TimeTree
  • Daily documentationnot TimeTree
  • Curriculum trackingnot TimeTree
  • Staff managementnot TimeTree

TimeTree

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

Where each one falls short

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

HiMama

  • No pricing rates published on vendor website; redirect to Lillio without public pricing page access

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

HiMama

$2/month
  • Basic$2/month
    • Daily reports
    • Photo sharing
    • Messaging
  • Plus$4/month
    • All Basic features
    • Curriculum planning
    • Assessments

TimeTree

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the TimeTree review.

Which should you pick?

Choose HiMama if

  • You need daily activity updates.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want photo and video sharing.
HiMama 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 HiMama or TimeTree better?
Neither clearly leads. HiMama starts at $2/month and TimeTree at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, HiMama or TimeTree?
TimeTree has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $2/month for HiMama and Free for TimeTree.
Does HiMama or TimeTree run on more platforms?
HiMama runs on Web, Ios, Android. TimeTree runs on iOS, Android, Web.
Can I use TimeTree for free?
Yes. TimeTree has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. HiMama starts at $2/month.
What is HiMama best used for?
HiMama is most often used for parent engagement, daily documentation, curriculum tracking, staff management. Of those, parent engagement and daily documentation are not what TimeTree is typically brought in for.
What can HiMama do that TimeTree cannot?
HiMama covers Daily activity updates, Photo and video sharing, Parent messaging, Attendance tracking. TimeTree covers Shared calendars, Event comments, Photo attachments, Keep memos. Both handle Web support, Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

HiMama: How much does Himama cost?

Himama's pricing is not published on its website. The site redirects to Lillio (lillio.com), which does not display pricing publicly. Contact sales required for quote.

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TimeTree: What platforms does TimeTree support?

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

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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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