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TimeTree

65
Value score / 100 Worth paying? No Skip it

TimeTree is a highly-rated shared calendar app that is useful for families and groups, but recent updates have introduced significant usability issues and intrusive ads, making the paid version less appealing.

Free + in-app purchases seen up to $44.99 4.9★ lifetime (88,033) since 2015

TimeTree is a popular shared calendar app, praised for its ease of use, color-coding, and ability to keep groups organized R1R3R16. However, recent updates have led to numerous complaints about intrusive ads, poor UI changes, and critical syncing and data loss glitches, making the free experience frustrating and the high cost of the ad-free premium questionable R6R13R32R102.

Free vs paid

The free version of TimeTree offers core shared calendar functionality, including event creation, color-coding, reminders, and the ability to add locations and pictures R2R3R5R15. However, it is heavily impacted by frequent, large, and invasive ads, including full-screen video pop-ups R13R20R32R36. The paid version removes these ads, but reviews indicate it is expensive, with some users noting a price of $45 per year per person and no family plan R59R403R404. There are also complaints that the premium experience does not offer significant functional improvements, with some premium users still experiencing UI issues R40.

Value complaints

  • The app has too many large, invasive, and obnoxious ads, including full-screen pop-ups and videos, which make the free experience frustrating and the app look low quality.R13R20R21R32
  • The premium subscription to remove ads is considered very expensive, with one user citing $45 per year per person and no family plan, which is seen as 'wild work' and 'money hungry'.R13R59R102R140
  • Users feel forced to pay to avoid ads or to make the app functional, despite other calendar apps offering similar features for free.R13R102R140
  • The annual payment for an ad-free app is seen as a 'joke' because the developers do not provide regular updates or new features to justify the subscription model.R404
  • Some users who paid for premium still experienced difficulties with the user interface, suggesting the premium experience does not adequately address core usability issues.R40

Where it delivers

  • It is an excellent shareable calendar, highly recommended for couples, families, and friends to keep schedules in sync and manage daily activities.R1R2R7R14
  • The app is easy to use, allowing quick addition of events and notes, and is praised for its simple interface and functionality.R3R8R15R19
  • Features like color-coding events, setting reminders, adding locations with maps, and having multiple calendars are highly valued for organization.R2R3R5R16
  • It helps users with ADHD stay on track and provides accountability when sharing schedules with others.R22R35
  • The app is free to use for its core features, making it accessible for many users.R15R18R49
Worth paying if

It is not worth paying for TimeTree given the current state of the app, as the high cost for ad removal is not justified by the reported glitches and poor user experience, even for premium users R59R403R404.

Skip / stay free if

You should skip TimeTree if you are looking for a reliable, glitch-free calendar app, especially if you rely on precise scheduling or data integrity, as many users report events disappearing or not syncing R6R11R33R103. Users who dislike intrusive ads and are unwilling to pay a high subscription fee for basic ad removal should also skip it R13R20R32R59.

Evidence note: The reviews show a strong dichotomy between long-term users who loved the app before recent updates and new or recently updated users who experience significant issues. Many positive reviews predate the complaints about ads and UI changes, suggesting a decline in perceived value.

Frequently asked

Is TimeTree free to use?
Yes, TimeTree offers a free version that includes core shared calendar functionalities like event creation, color-coding, and reminders R15R18R49.
Does TimeTree have ads?
Yes, the free version of TimeTree has numerous large, invasive, and obnoxious ads, including full-screen pop-ups and video ads R13R20R32R36.
Can I remove ads in TimeTree?
Yes, you can remove ads by purchasing a premium subscription, but users report it is very expensive, with one review mentioning a cost of $45 per year per person and no family plan R59R403R404.
Does TimeTree sync with other calendars like Google or Apple Calendar?
No, TimeTree does not easily sync or export to other calendars like Google Calendar or Apple Calendar, forcing users to manually transfer information or use TimeTree exclusively R13R97R205R210.
Are there issues with TimeTree's reliability or data syncing?
Yes, multiple users have reported critical issues with events disappearing, not syncing between shared users, or appearing on the wrong day, making the app unreliable for critical scheduling R6R11R33R103.
Is TimeTree good for iPad users?
No, many iPad users are disappointed because the app does not have an optimized iPad layout and only displays in phone screen size or orientation, making it hard to use on a larger screen R165R187R232R549.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R13] 1/5 · US 100% NOT worth it: Why can’t I export this calendar to something like Google Calendar?? I’m forced to use this one now. The ads at the top make the overall calendar hideous. Money hungry app that forces you to pay if you don’t want to see ads. Please just use Google calendar or Apple calendar.
  2. [R20] 3/5 · US Great Calendar for Fam, Obnoxious ads…: Pros: Great planner for keeping up to date with family. Convenient and easy to use. Easy to navigate and set up. Cons: Too many ads, many large and invasive. Ads take up 1/3 the screen. Gambling and casino ads. :( Recommendation: Make small banner ads at the bottom. Ads make the app look low quality and shady.
  3. [R21] 2/5 · US ads: too many ads, very annoying. other than that works well.
  4. [R32] 1/5 · US Used to be good: Greed has completely overtaken TimeTree. It used to be a good shared calendar with non invasive ads. Now they have pop ups take up the entire screen that you have to X out. Find a different calendar. I know I am now.
  5. [R59] 2/5 · US No family plan: With this app being a shared calendar app it makes no sense that there isn't a family plan to remove ads/premium experience and it's $45 a year per person. That's wild work.
  6. [R102] 1/5 · US Ruined It: This app was fantastic before the latest updates. One of the best way to ruin an app is by reducing the QoL of basic free features to try to push users to pay for the poor quality monthly premium. They’ve done just that. Since the recent update I’ve been getting full pop up ads. It’s distracting and obnoxious. Making something that was free before paid (in this case the app being ad-fre
  7. [R140] 1/5 · US There are free versions of this: Lame calendar, it does the same as other calendars but this one you have to pay for to make it actually functional. Not worth $4.99 when I can get a different app that’s ACTUALLY FREE!
  8. [R404] 3/5 · GB Very good app, but…: You should add more colour options plus some of them are too bright and don’t look good on a white background. Annual payment for add free app is a joke. I’m happy to make one fixed payment for pro version of this app but to pay monthly or annualy? You don’t make regular updates or don’t add new features so annual subscription for add free app is a Big No No. Only 3 stars. G
  9. [R40] 1/5 · US Not enjoying the premium experience: It is very difficult to move from week to day view. You are unable to click on a day to make it expand or using a pinch motion function on the screen to zoom in and out. Most of the functions feel hidden, like importing external calendar info, which must be done every time I update my external calendar. The support function doesn’t work without images and there
  10. [R1] 5/5 · US great calendar alt: I love it! it’s a great shareable calendar for me while trying to schedule adult friendships!
  11. [R2] 4/5 · US Very great: It’s a great app honestly. I highly recommend as just a daily calendar and a shared one. I love the picture feature and that you can add your pets as people. My only thing is how annoying the notifications are cause it makes you check like three tabs if someone comments on an event or makes a new event. But notifications irk me anyways so I’m a bit touchy on that to begin with. Great a
  12. [R7] 5/5 · US Love it: Great for couples trying to plan there hectic life together and good for someone with OCD like me
  13. [R14] 5/5 · US I love it: Me an my significant other have been looking for a calendar to share and this works great for us !
  14. [R3] 5/5 · US Best app!!: This app is so easy to use. I love how quickly I can add events or notes for certain days. I love how I can set a reminder or day counter for certain events. I love the different colors I can make for events! This app is the most effective shared calendar app ever!!
  15. [R8] 5/5 · US Greatfull: Thank you for helping me keep my daily activities on track You have been so helpful
  16. [R15] 5/5 · US Wonderful: Great place for all the important stuff, easy to use and free!!
  17. [R19] 5/5 · US Know Your Whereabouts!: Excellent app for time management
  18. [R5] 4/5 · US Perfect: Color coding. Different calendars for different uses/people. Time setting is nice. It has dark mode and timely reminders. So many ads but bills got to get paid so I get it.
  19. [R16] 5/5 · US Wife-hub: I love this app very convenient and always recommend to my couples friends! I have Apple and hubs has android and this is so great for me keeping track of everything with our toddler and families. Allows him to see and edit also! You can add notes or locations for events and I’m a visual person so I color code certain things like Dr apt.
  20. [R22] 5/5 · US This app has changed my life: I have crippling ADHD and have always struggled with keeping a calendar/planner. Being able to add friends and family to my calendar really helps with accountability and helps with me not double booking myself. I am the only one in my circle that really uses the app. Even though I am the only one adding to my shared schedule, this app is still amazing.
  21. [R35] 5/5 · US The best: I came across this app because I googled "best planning app for people with ADHD" and this is what google said to get. It's 100% true. It's helped me stay on track so much! I love the color coding and multiple calendar options. And being able to share calendars with other people.
  22. [R18] 5/5 · US Perfect for personal and communal use.: I got this app in hopes of sharing my schedule with my girlfriend and keeping track of it myself. It is a godsend. There is no paywall so everything is accessible for free except non-essential decorations. I can see and interact with anyone on my calendar and add a multitude of useful information and visual. Best calendar app I’ve used.
  23. [R49] 5/5 · US Best App EVER: I’ve been using this app for around two years now and it’s just perfect. I use it with my friends, boyfriend, and club. It’s so much easier to make plans without all the back and forth. Plus it’s free?!?!? This has got to be the best app EVER!
  24. [R36] 4/5 · US Love it, but getting bloated.: Been using TimeTree for the past year already and it’s been amazing. I can’t help but notice it’s been also getting bloated with ads. Lately the newest addition to ads is a full on video when opening the app. It’s not a great experience.
  25. [R403] 3/5 · GB Good app: Quite a good application, however, it is very expensive to “remove ads”. It doesn’t have a one timer purchase but instead has plans which are very very very expensive. Would gladly make a one purchase for like £10 and have the application without adverts forever.
  26. [R97] 1/5 · US Lack of Export Ability: It’s a fine calendar for keeping up with family events and the color system does help. The reason I gave it one star is because it does not have the ability to export into my work calendar. I’m having to switch back-and-forth between calendars to determine if I can take a meeting or not. Fix this and it would be a good app.
  27. [R205] 2/5 · US Meh: Nothing to see here, cannot be viewed in apple calendars, more proprietary compatibility BS.
  28. [R210] 1/5 · US Honestly the WORST: I only use this because my boyfriend started using it when he built his company, and now his entire company uses it just because it’s difficult to transfer data out of it. Timetree doesn’t communicate with any other calendars (Gmail, Apple, Skylight, etc) which is INFURIATING. It’s also insane that you have to manually copy existing events if you want to transfer them to anot
  29. [R6] 1/5 · US Deleted everything: I was using this for a while and was gonna write a good review then today everything just deleted even the shared ones I had with my friends, it started back from new, and I didn’t change anything in my phone.Wasting my time getting a new app now
  30. [R11] 3/5 · US Good product: Overall good product. It’s only screwed me one time when I put in a doctors appointment for 8:30 AM and when it was saved and you go out of the appointment, it showed 9:30 AM could not fix that event. Had to delete it and redo it but I didn’t notice that until after I missed my appointment.
  31. [R33] 3/5 · US Glirch or something: I had used this app for probably about 5 years. had all my plans and work schedule in it. and it deleted everything. I dont even understand how that is possible. but everything is gone and im very angry and frustrated. It was a good app but I guess like any app don't become reliable on it because it can fail you at any moment. I hadn't been on a guest account either, I was lo
  32. [R103] 2/5 · US Love this app for family organization & multiple businesses. Glitches are not fun though.: Love how this app allows you to categorize our different calendars with color codes! I have recently been having issues where events placed on my calendar by shared users end up in the wrong day. VERY detrimental to my schedule and negates the entire purpose of using a calendar.
  33. [R165] 3/5 · US Love but not on iPad: I’m disappointed that this app doesn’t have an iPad layout because I truly need the option to see the calendar on a larger screen. I’m going to try to work with it but it’s really hard to give this all the stars I want to due to the app issue on iPad. Works fine on iPhone since it’s built for it.
  34. [R187] 3/5 · US Please make it better for iPad users: Does what it is intended for. Just wish the app were better on iPad screens as currently it is just the phone screen size rather than either a desktop sized screen.
  35. [R232] 3/5 · US Make iPad friendly please: Love this app but I can't use it on my iPad or view it in landscape orientation. it only shows it in the orientation that iPhone shows
  36. [R549] 3/5 · CA ipad version sucks: I’ve been using this app for almost 3 years now and I have no complaints not until I got an ipad. The ipad version sucks, the view is only for phones. Pls change it.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store