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Head-to-head

Timepage vs Google Calendar

Timepage 4.6★ · Free to download 65
Winner Google Calendar
Google Calendar 4.5★ · Free to download 75

Timepage offers a more visually appealing and feature-rich experience, but Google Calendar provides greater reliability and essential functionality, especially for desktop users.

Full reviews: Timepage · Google Calendar

Timepage excels in design and unique features like weather integration and travel time, but users report significant issues with bugs, syncing, and missing basic functions. Google Calendar, while facing recent complaints about color options and widgets, remains a more stable and widely compatible option.

Head to head

Features edge: TimepageR1R4R5R6
Timepage Timepage users praise its unique features like weather updates, bill reminders, schedule on watch, and travel time calculations R5. However, many lament the lack of natural language input R1R4, a search function on Mac R15R36, and the inability to manage alerts for shared calendars R6. Some also find it too complicated or dislike recent design changes .
Google Calendar Google Calendar is appreciated for its integration with Gmail and reminders . Users frequently request more color options for events R66, a live date on the app icon R68R72R81R86, and more robust widget options . The mobile app also lacks the 'repeat every weekday' option available on desktop .
Ease of Use tieR14R23R32R33
Timepage Timepage is often described as intuitive and easy to use, with a sleek interface R14R23R32. However, some users find adding events to be slower or less intuitive after updates . There are also complaints about difficulty deleting events R33 and the weather widget preventing navigation .
Google Calendar Google Calendar is generally considered fast and easy . However, users report issues with the location field causing freezes or crashes when adding events . Some find the text size too small with no option to change it and wish for a continuous scroll function .
Reliability edge: Google CalendarR3R4R7R13
Timepage Timepage users report numerous reliability issues, including random freezing R3, crashing when inputting events R4, widgets not working after updates R7R13R44, events disappearing R43, and syncing problems across devices R15R28R31. Some users have even lost all their data .
Google Calendar Google Calendar generally has faster sync than Apple Calendar , but some users experience significant delays for changes to reflect on the app . There are also reports of notifications not always working and time zone errors when events are uploaded from other apps .
Price/Value edge: Google CalendarR4R7R12R16
Timepage Timepage is a paid subscription service, with many users expressing disappointment about being forced to purchase R4R19R22. Some feel it's not worth the subscription due to bugs and lack of updates R7R28. There are also complaints about ads for bundles despite being a paid service R12R16 and a desire for a one-time purchase option .
Google Calendar Google Calendar is free to download and use. Users occasionally express a willingness to pay for a better app due to current frustrations , but its free nature is a significant advantage.
Support tieR6R9R36R44
Timepage Timepage users report difficulties contacting support, with a support button leading nowhere R44. Some mention being told to vote on feature requests on a developer page instead of direct resolution R6. There are also complaints about long-standing bugs not being fixed R9R36.
Google Calendar Reviews do not provide specific feedback on Google Calendar's customer support. Issues are generally reported in reviews hoping for developer attention .
Pick Timepage if

you prioritize a beautiful, customizable interface and unique features like integrated weather, travel time, and watch notifications, and are willing to tolerate occasional bugs and missing core functionalities R5R14.

Pick Google Calendar if

you need a reliable, free calendar that integrates well with other Google services, even if it means a less visually striking design and some frustrations with recent updates to colors and widgets .

Evidence note: Timepage's free-to-download model with a required subscription means many negative reviews stem from users unable to try it without paying or feeling misled by the 'free' tag R19R22R58. Google Calendar's free nature means its negative reviews are from a broader user base, without the friction of a paywall. The evidence for Google Calendar's support is thin, with users primarily reporting issues in reviews rather than discussing support interactions.

Frequently asked

Does Timepage offer a free version?
Timepage is free to download, but a subscription is required to use its features, leading to frustration for users expecting a free trial or full functionality without payment R19R22R58.
Can I customize event colors in Google Calendar?
While Google Calendar has recently added more color options, many users still report issues with limited color choices for events, sometimes only showing a default blue, especially after updates R61R66R70R73.
Are there known syncing issues with Timepage?
Yes, Timepage users frequently report syncing problems, with changes made on one device not reflecting on others, and events sometimes appearing out of sync or disappearing entirely R15R28R31R43.
Why does the Google Calendar app icon show '31'?
Many Google Calendar users are frustrated that the app icon consistently displays '31' instead of the current date, a feature that is available in other calendar apps like Apple Calendar R68R72R81R86.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R1] Timepage 1/5 · US No natural language input in 2025: This apps UI is beautiful, that’s about it. With no natural language input in 2025, when other apps have had it for over a decade, this app easily need to go to the sideline. Update: Still no Natural Language feature. And live activities feature is broken. Very disappointed.
  2. [R4] Timepage 1/5 · US Avoid at all costs!: …Unless you want a calendar app that crashes EVERY time you input an event. I got lured in by how pretty this app is, but it is a non-functioning mess. No natural language input. Crashes consistently. Laughably inept at events that repeat. Big mistake paying for this.
  3. [R5] Timepage 5/5 · US The Best: I am all about getting apps that are functional. I can’t find any other app that gives me a weather update notification, bill reminder, and my schedule on my watch. This program is 100% worth getting.
  4. [R6] Timepage 3/5 · US One major missing feature: I wrote a previous review. After the recent changes I love this app more and more. It doesn’t everything I need it to save one feature that makes it impossible for me to use. I have visibility to 4 peoples’ calendars where I do not want to get alerts. I need to see them to plan things, but I don’t need nor want alerts from those calendars. I was told to look at an vote
  5. [R14] Timepage 5/5 · US Love this app!: I find this app to be super helpful and intuitive to use. I am so grateful to have a calendar app that gives me joy every time I open it. The sounds make me especially happy 😄 and the sleek interface and custom colors are so pleasing. I find it much easier to use and add events, etc. on my mobile than on my computer but it's still handy to have the calendar to view on my Mac when I
  6. [R23] Timepage 5/5 · US Very Nice Refinements in v5: I appreciate the careful thought that went into Timepage 5. It’s still beautiful as always, but is now more elegant and easy to use than before. At a doctor’s office when setting a future appointment with the receptionist, I found it hard to hurriedly swipe between screens to check a date weeks or months ahead. I’d end up in the wrong place. This is resolved with new
  7. [R32] Timepage 5/5 · US Very nice interface: I like the interface. It has good color options. It seems easy to operate.
  8. [R33] Timepage 3/5 · US Ok but missing simple features: I want to love this app, but the not having the ability to just delete an event (vs needing to decline it) is annoying. Also there is no auto dark mode when switching to dark mode on iOS. Its simple things like this that stop it from being perfect
  9. [R3] Timepage 3/5 · US App randomly freezes: I love the app except that it seems in the last few months to randomly freeze and doesn’t load completely, leaving me with a blank screen. Reloading doesn’t seem to keep all info intact.
  10. [R7] Timepage 1/5 · US Widget no longer works: While I really like the layout, it has become frustrating that once again the widget didn’t work after an update. Not worth the subscription if they can’t get the widget to work as it did when it was affiliated with Moleskin
  11. [R13] Timepage 2/5 · US Where are the widgets???: The widgets just randomly disappeared after the latest update, I need them!
  12. [R12] Timepage 3/5 · US Ads: Timepage has been showing me ads for their bundle deal with their other apps, which is extremely disappointing considering It is a paid service.
  13. [R16] Timepage 1/5 · US Stop soliciting!!!!: For years, I loved Timepage. But you need to STOP STOP STOP these popups repeatedly asking me to sign up for your blasted bundle! I do not draw or design, I do not need your sketch app. Nor the reminder app. When I open my calendar, I need it now, right now! I am on w/ a doctor or client, checking my schedule, needing to make an appointment fast! How many times do I have to sa
  14. [R9] Timepage 3/5 · US are you ever going to fix the desktop bug?: This app is everything but for over a year the desktop versions WILL NOT work and allow you to hit the "actions" button. It doesn't know you have a subscription no matter what you o. Its the most annoying thing in the world as I need to use timepage on laptops and phones. Why isnt this fixed??
  15. [R36] Timepage 3/5 · US Love, except…: Love this app. I use it as my primary client app for my iPhone and Mac calendar. One MASSIVE drawback that STILL hasn’t been acknowledged or recognized by developers… the Mac app has NO way to search through events. It is a total pain to manually scroll through the weeks and days. I can’t understand why that feature would not excise especially on a higher cutting edge level of lapto
  16. [R44] Timepage 5/5 · US Amazing, but found 2 bugs: This app is my go to for planning my life. It’s beautifully crafted. I have encountered two bugs though. The primary is that my widgets are no longer showing my calendar events. Then when I tried to contact support, the button went nowhere…so I’m posting this here. Hope to see this resolved and hear from support soon
  17. [R19] Timepage 1/5 · US Need subscription now: The UI is great! But you need a subscription to be able to do anything with this app. Didn’t used to be that way.
  18. [R22] Timepage 2/5 · US Not for free: I downloaded but after 2 mins, I deleted it! Haha, you're force to purchase! No option to try it first. So yes, I deleted it asap.
  19. [R58] Timepage 1/5 · US Free to download: If you say free to download and I cannot get past a login page you are wasting peoples time.
  20. [R61] Google Calendar 1/5 · US Only blue event color: Can no longer set colors for my events. Only the default blue shows up as a single option. What on earth happened?!?!?!
  21. [R66] Google Calendar 3/5 · US Give Me All The Colors: I love google calendar but I wish I had all the color options that are available when picking the default calendar color for when I am picking my event colors. They are so much prettier and give more variety for the various types of events with a shared calendar. Please let me do this
  22. [R70] Google Calendar 2/5 · US Used to be great: I am disappointed that the color options have disappeared. Now it only shows default blue. I loved having different color choices for different appointments and activities
  23. [R73] Google Calendar 1/5 · US Color Update Broke Colors: The update for the desktop app broke colors. There is no consistency between the colors in the iOS app and the desktop version of calendar. Furthermore, custom colors that are available on desktop are not on the app. This update ruined the organization of my calendar.
  24. [R15] Timepage 3/5 · US Gorgeous, rich-feeling app BUT….: No way to search through your events on the macOS version (only mobile) and my experience is that Timepage is almost 12-24 hours out of sync with any changes I’ve recently made (to, for example, my Google Calendars). It’s always warning me it’s time to leave for events I deleted from my calendar long ago. Sometimes, it’ll tell me to leave anywhere from 4 to 24 hou
  25. [R28] Timepage 2/5 · US Nearly impossible to sync across devices: Spent 2+ hours trying to get Timepage to sync between my Mac and iPhone and NOT default to syncing with google calendar. Got support involved. Eventually gave up and canceled my free trial. Not worth $24.99 for something to take painstaking problem solving on the part of the consumer. In theory, I loved the visual layout and ability to add both events and
  26. [R31] Timepage 2/5 · US Syncing not reliable: The TimePage/Actions apps have a LOT to recommend them. I really want to make them my main system, but the syncing just isn’t reliable. I think the problem is maybe more rooted in Actions than Timepage (?), but changes made in the Actions app on a Mac often do not show up in Timepage for Mac (and sometimes not in the corresponding apps on ipad/iphone either). They usually do
  27. [R43] Timepage 2/5 · US Needs work: Events just disappear. Over and over. Common occurrence for the last few years. The design is visually simple and neat, but the calendar itself is not dependable for those who need help remembering dates and times
  28. [R68] Google Calendar 4/5 · US Wish the day of the month showed on the app: The app works great. I love how calendar invites that come in to my Gmail also goes to my calendar once accepted. The only complaint I have is that it always shows “31” on the app. It would be nice if it showed the day of the month, like Apple calendar does. It’s helpful for quick glance to see the date.
  29. [R72] Google Calendar 3/5 · US Live date gone: Love the app, but don’t like the update where today’s date is no longer part of the app icon.
  30. [R81] Google Calendar 3/5 · US Suggestions: Can you please make it so the app icon has today’s date? And is there a way to delete past events, but not one by one?
  31. [R86] Google Calendar 4/5 · US Just needs one tweak: I wish the app icon would show the date, instead of constantly saying 31.

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