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Keepy vs UrbanSitter

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Keepy

Parenting

The family keeper for precious memories

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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UrbanSitter

Parenting

Find trusted babysitters and nannies fast

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Keepy limited offline functionality requires internet connectivity for uploads and viewing; UrbanSitter the App Store listing, seller of record UrbanSitter, LLC, shows the app as free to download and discloses no price for its premium membership
  • They diverge on capability: Keepy covers Photo capture, UrbanSitter covers Sitter search.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Keepy and UrbanSitter actually diverge.

Attributes where Keepy and UrbanSitter differ
AttributeKeepyUrbanSitter
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Founded20132011

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web, iOS, Android), 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 Keepy

  • Photo capture
  • Voice recordings
  • Video capture
  • Family sharing
  • Grandparent access
  • Print products
  • Timeline view
  • Cloud backup

Only in UrbanSitter

  • Sitter search
  • Social network matching
  • Background checks
  • Online booking
  • Payment processing
  • Review system
  • Calendar integration
  • Mobile notifications

Both cover

  • Facebook
  • Cloud deployment
  • Ios support
  • Android support
  • English language support

What people use each for

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

Keepy

  • Preserving artworknot UrbanSitter
  • Family memory keepingnot UrbanSitter
  • Sharing with grandparentsnot UrbanSitter
  • Creating keepsakesnot UrbanSitter

UrbanSitter

  • Finding babysittersnot Keepy
  • Date night childcarenot Keepy
  • Recurring childcarenot Keepy
  • Nanny searchnot Keepy

Where each one falls short

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

Keepy

  • Limited offline functionality requires internet connectivity for uploads and viewing
  • Free tier allows only 31 memories per month, which limits casual users and content preservation
  • Artkive has higher user ratings (4.8/5 vs 4.5/5) and specialized focus on artwork preservation
  • No desktop application, limited to web and mobile app access

UrbanSitter

  • The App Store listing, seller of record UrbanSitter, LLC, shows the app as free to download and discloses no price for its premium membership

Pricing, plan by plan

Keepy

Free
  • Forever FreeFree
    • Up to 31 memories per month
  • Premium$1.99/month
    • Up to 101 memories per month
    • Voice and video stories

UrbanSitter

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Browse sitters
    • View basic profiles
    • Limited bookings
  • Premium$35/month
    • Unlimited bookings
    • Full sitter profiles
    • Priority access

Which should you pick?

Choose Keepy if

  • You need photo capture.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want voice recordings.
Keepy review

Choose UrbanSitter if

  • You need sitter search.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want social network matching.
UrbanSitter review

Questions people ask

Is Keepy or UrbanSitter better?
Neither clearly leads. Keepy starts at Free and UrbanSitter at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Keepy or UrbanSitter?
Keepy starts at Free and UrbanSitter at Free.
Does Keepy or UrbanSitter run on more platforms?
Keepy runs on Web, iOS, Android. UrbanSitter runs on Web, Ios, Android.
Can I use Keepy for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Keepy best used for?
Keepy is most often used for preserving artwork, family memory keeping, sharing with grandparents, creating keepsakes. Of those, preserving artwork and family memory keeping are not what UrbanSitter is typically brought in for.
What can Keepy do that UrbanSitter cannot?
Keepy covers Photo capture, Voice recordings, Video capture, Family sharing. UrbanSitter covers Sitter search, Social network matching, Background checks, Online booking. Both handle Facebook, Cloud deployment, Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Keepy: What is Keepy's pricing?

Keepy offers Forever Free for up to 31 memories per month, Premium at $1.99/month for 101 memories, and Ultimate at $2.99/month for unlimited memories.

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Keepy: What platforms does Keepy support?

Keepy is available as an app for iOS and Android, plus a private web portal accessible from any internet-connected device for viewing stored memories.

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Keepy: Can grandparents access Keepy memories?

Yes, parents can invite grandparents and other family members as 'Fans' to view memories via email, web, or phone app, and fans can leave voice, video, or text comments on shared memories.

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Keepy: Does Keepy work offline?

Keepy requires internet connectivity to upload photos and videos of children's artwork and mementos. The platform focuses on cloud-based sharing rather than offline-first functionality.

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