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TimeTree vs Care.com

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TimeTree

Software

Shared calendar for groups

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Care.com

Software

Find the care your family deserves

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: TimeTree synchronization sometimes lags when changes are made across devices simultaneously; Care.com the App Store listing states Care.com Premium Membership auto renews for the same duration and price unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.
  • They diverge on capability: TimeTree covers Shared calendars, Care.com covers Caregiver search.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where TimeTree and Care.com differ
AttributeTimeTreeCare.com
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
PlatformsiOS, Android, WebWeb, Ios, Android
Founded20142006

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

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 TimeTree

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

Only in Care.com

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

Both cover

  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

TimeTree

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

Care.com

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

Where each one falls short

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

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

Care.com

  • The App Store listing states Care.com Premium Membership auto renews for the same duration and price unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.

Pricing, plan by plan

TimeTree

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the TimeTree review.

Care.com

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

Which should you pick?

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

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

Questions people ask

Is TimeTree or Care.com better?
Neither clearly leads. TimeTree starts at Free and Care.com at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, TimeTree or Care.com?
TimeTree starts at Free and Care.com at Free.
Does TimeTree or Care.com run on more platforms?
TimeTree runs on iOS, Android, Web. Care.com runs on Web, Ios, Android.
Can I use TimeTree for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is TimeTree best used for?
TimeTree is most often used for scheduling, appointment booking, time tracking, resource management. Of those, scheduling and appointment booking are not what Care.com is typically brought in for.
What can TimeTree do that Care.com cannot?
TimeTree covers Shared calendars, Event comments, Photo attachments, Keep memos. Care.com covers Caregiver search, Background checks, Secure messaging, Job posting. Both handle Web support, Ios support, Android 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.

Source
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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