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Cozi alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Cozi: free version has ads, and month view on mobile requires Gold. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Cozi, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. TimeTree currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Apple Calendar logoApple CalendarFreeNomacOS, iOS, Web4 of 459.6
2Tiimo logoTiimoFree plan + paidNoiOS, Android, macOS +14 of 457.2
  1. Apple Calendar logo

    1. Apple CalendarTop pick

    Best for: Apple device owners who want a simple free calendar that syncs through iCloud

    FreemacOS, iOS, Web

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Cozi

    Free family sharing built into iPhone and Mac.

    Pros

    • Free and preinstalled on Apple devices
    • Combines iCloud, Google and Exchange accounts
    • Shows reminders alongside events

    Cons

    • No native Android or Windows app
    • No scheduling links or advanced natural-language input
    • Basic task and time-zone features
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Apple Calendar a good Cozi alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Accounts
    iCloud, Google and others
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Reminders in calendar
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Lunar calendars
    Chinese, Hebrew, Islamic
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Calendar sharing
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Tiimo logo

    2. Tiimo

    Best for: People with ADHD or anyone who plans better with a visual timeline and timers

    Free plan + paidiOS, Android, macOS, Web

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Cozi

    Visual routines and planning for children or neurodivergent family members.

    Pros

    • Visual timeline with icons and countdown timers
    • Designed around executive-function needs
    • Apple Watch support for nudges

    Cons

    • Web app and AI features require Pro
    • Trial only on yearly subscriptions
    • Not for shared or team calendars
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Tiimo a good Cozi alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Platforms
    iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, Android, web
    Checked Oct 25, 2026tiimoapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    7 days of Pro
    Checked Oct 25, 2026tiimoapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Web app
    Pro only
    Checked Oct 25, 2026tiimoapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Trial condition
    Yearly subscriptions only
    Checked Oct 25, 2026tiimoapp.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Cozi alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

TimeTree logo

Best Cozi alternative for most people

TimeTree

Shared calendars with chat on each event and multiple groups.

Apple Calendar logo

Best Cozi alternative for a free option

Apple Calendar

Free family sharing built into iPhone and Mac.

Google Calendar logo

Best Cozi alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Google Calendar

Free shared family calendars that sync with work and school.

Tiimo logo

Best Cozi alternative for Mac

Tiimo

Visual routines and planning for children or neurodivergent family members.

TimeTree logo

Best Cozi alternative for iPhone and Android

TimeTree

Shared calendars with chat on each event and multiple groups.

TimeTree logo

Best Cozi alternative for working in the browser

TimeTree

Shared calendars with chat on each event and multiple groups.

Cozi alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Cozi?

TimeTree ranks first right now. Shared calendars with chat on each event and multiple groups. Google Calendar and Apple Calendar follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Cozi?

Yes. TimeTree (free plan + paid), Google Calendar (free plan + paid), Apple Calendar (free) and Tiimo (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Cozi?

None of the 4 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Cozi?

The complaints we hear most: free version has ads; month view on mobile requires Gold; not suited to work calendars.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Cozi, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.