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Net Nanny vs TimeTree

Net Nanny logo

Net Nanny

Parenting

Protect your family online

From
$39.99/year
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: Net Nanny no free trial available; TimeTree synchronization sometimes lags when changes are made across devices simultaneously
  • They diverge on capability: Net Nanny covers AI-powered content filtering, TimeTree covers Shared calendars.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Net Nanny and TimeTree actually diverge.

Attributes where Net Nanny and TimeTree differ
AttributeNet NannyTimeTree
Starting price$39.99/yearFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsIos, Android, Windows, Mac, ChromebookiOS, Android, Web
Founded19962014

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 Net Nanny

  • AI-powered content filtering
  • Screen time management
  • App blocking
  • YouTube monitoring
  • Profanity masking
  • Location tracking
  • Social media alerts
  • Real-time reporting

Only in TimeTree

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

Both cover

  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Net Nanny

  • Content filteringnot TimeTree
  • Screen time limitsnot TimeTree
  • Online safetynot TimeTree
  • App controlnot TimeTree

TimeTree

  • Schedulingnot Net Nanny
  • Appointment bookingnot Net Nanny
  • Time trackingnot Net Nanny
  • Resource managementnot Net Nanny
  • Team coordinationnot Net Nanny

Where each one falls short

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

Net Nanny

  • No free trial available

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

Net Nanny

$39.99/year
  • 1 Desktop Plan$39.99/year
    • Covers one PC or Mac device
    • All Net Nanny features including monitoring, screen time management, internet filtering, app blocking
  • 5 Devices Family Protection Pass$54.99/year
    • Works on Windows, macOS, and iOS
    • Approximately 11 dollars per device annually
  • 20 Devices Family Protection Pass$89.99/year
    • Compatible with Windows, macOS, and iOS
    • Less than 5 dollars per device per year

TimeTree

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the TimeTree review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Net Nanny if

  • You need ai-powered content filtering.
  • You work on Ios, Android, Windows, Mac, Chromebook.
  • You also want screen time management.
Net Nanny 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 Net Nanny or TimeTree better?
Neither clearly leads. Net Nanny starts at $39.99/year and TimeTree at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Net Nanny or TimeTree?
TimeTree has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $39.99/year for Net Nanny and Free for TimeTree.
Does Net Nanny or TimeTree run on more platforms?
Net Nanny runs on Ios, Android, Windows, Mac, Chromebook. 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. Net Nanny starts at $39.99/year.
What is Net Nanny best used for?
Net Nanny is most often used for content filtering, screen time limits, online safety, app control. Of those, content filtering and screen time limits are not what TimeTree is typically brought in for.
What can Net Nanny do that TimeTree cannot?
Net Nanny covers AI-powered content filtering, Screen time management, App blocking, YouTube monitoring. TimeTree covers Shared calendars, Event comments, Photo attachments, Keep memos. Both handle Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Net Nanny: How much does Net Nanny cost?

Net Nanny offers three subscription plans. The 1 Desktop Plan costs 39.99 dollars per year. The 5 Devices Family Protection Pass costs 54.99 dollars per year, or about 11 dollars per device annually. The 20 Devices Family Protection Pass costs 89.99 dollars per year, or less than 5 dollars per device per year.

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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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