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Care.com vs TimeTree

Care.com logo

Care.com

Parenting

Find the care your family deserves

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: Care.com website blocks automated access with HTTP 403 Forbidden response; TimeTree synchronization sometimes lags when changes are made across devices simultaneously
  • They diverge on capability: Care.com covers Caregiver search, TimeTree covers Shared calendars.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Care.com and TimeTree actually diverge.

Attributes where Care.com and TimeTree differ
AttributeCare.comTimeTree
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidiOS, Android, Web
Founded20062014

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 Care.com

  • Caregiver search
  • Background checks
  • Secure messaging
  • Job posting
  • Payroll services
  • Tax assistance
  • Reviews and ratings
  • Identity verification

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.

Care.com

  • Finding babysittersnot TimeTree
  • Hiring nanniesnot TimeTree
  • Senior carenot TimeTree
  • Pet sittingnot TimeTree
  • Housekeepingnot TimeTree

TimeTree

  • Schedulingnot Care.com
  • Appointment bookingnot Care.com
  • Time trackingnot Care.com
  • Resource managementnot Care.com
  • Team coordinationnot Care.com

Where each one falls short

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

Care.com

  • Website blocks automated access with HTTP 403 Forbidden response
  • Alternative pricing URLs also return 403 Forbidden

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

Care.com

Free
  • BasicFree
    • Create profile
    • Browse caregivers
    • Post jobs
  • Premium$39/month
    • Unlimited messaging
    • Background checks
    • Priority listing

TimeTree

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the TimeTree review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Care.com if

  • You need caregiver search.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want background checks.
Care.com 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 Care.com or TimeTree better?
Neither clearly leads. Care.com 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, Care.com or TimeTree?
Care.com starts at Free and TimeTree at Free.
Does Care.com or TimeTree run on more platforms?
Care.com runs on Web, Ios, Android. TimeTree runs on iOS, Android, Web.
Can I use Care.com for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Care.com best used for?
Care.com is most often used for finding babysitters, hiring nannies, senior care, pet sitting. Of those, finding babysitters and hiring nannies are not what TimeTree is typically brought in for.
What can Care.com do that TimeTree cannot?
Care.com covers Caregiver search, Background checks, Secure messaging, Job posting. TimeTree covers Shared calendars, Event comments, Photo attachments, Keep memos. Both handle Web support, Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Care.com: What is included in different Care.com membership levels?

Care.com membership details and feature comparisons are not available via automated research. Prospective members must visit the Care.com website directly to review membership options.

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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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Care.com: Are there separate pricing structures for employers versus job seekers on Care.com?

Care.com serves both caregiver job seekers and families seeking caregivers, but pricing structures for each audience are not publicly accessible via automated methods.

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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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