Where TimeTree falls short for families with kids
- It is a calendar with memos, with no chores, points or rewards for kids.
- The free plan shows ads; going ad-free costs 4.49 USD a month.
#1 TimeTree alternative
1. Famiyo
Choose Famiyo if your shared calendar should also motivate kids, with chores worth points and a rewards shop. TimeTree is a calendar with memos and has no points or rewards, and its free plan shows ads.
Why families pick Famiyo over TimeTree
- Chores with points: Every chore or event can be worth points; kids collect them when the task is checked off.
- Rewards shop for kids: Kids spend points in a family rewards shop with rewards, prices and limits you set.
- Ads on the free plan: The free plan has no ads.
Why families love using it
- Easy for kids and parents
- The whole family works together
- Rewards you define, kids redeem
- Progress everyone can see
- Schedule and chores in one place
- Parents stay in control
- Set up in minutes
- Nudges instead of nagging
Everything in Famiyo
- Shared family calendar with a colour for every family member
- Chores and events worth points, checked off by kids or approved by a parent
- A rewards shop where kids spend their points on rewards you choose
- Kids join on their own phone with a 6-character code, without an email or password
- Free plan with points and rewards included, no ads
- iPhone, iPad and Android with live sync, so mixed-phone families can use it together
- Available in 8 languages: English, Polish, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese and Russian
2. Cozi
family organizer app
Shared family calendar with to-do and shopping lists and recipes; free with ads, Cozi Gold from $39/year.
Platforms: iPhone, Android and web
3. Google Calendar
general calendar app
Free calendar; a Google family group adds a shared "Family" calendar for up to 6 people with Google Accounts.
Platforms: iPhone, Android and web
4. FamilyWall
family organizer app
Family organizer with calendar, lists, messaging and location; Premium $44.99/year on the website.
Platforms: iPhone, iPad, Android and web
5. Jam Family Calendar
family calendar app
Subscription family calendar that turns forwarded emails into events; $15.99/month after a 30-day trial.
Platforms: iPhone, Android and web
How to switch from TimeTree to Famiyo
- 1Install Famiyo and create your family.
- 2Add your partner as an administrator and each child with their join code.
- 3Add your recurring family events to the Famiyo calendar.
- 4Turn TimeTree memos with chores into Famiyo chores worth points.
- 5Add a few rewards so points have a purpose.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best TimeTree alternative?
For families with kids, Famiyo: it combines a shared family calendar with chores, points and a rewards shop, and kids join with a code instead of an email address. It is free for up to 3 family members.
Is Famiyo a good TimeTree alternative for families?
Yes, if you have kids. Famiyo keeps a shared family calendar like TimeTree and adds chores with points and a rewards shop.
Does Famiyo have ads?
No. Famiyo has no ads, including on the free plan.
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Ready to leave TimeTree?
Install Famiyo, add your family and set up the first chores and rewards in a few minutes.
Free for up to 3 family members. No ads.