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TimeTree alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave TimeTree: free version shows ads, and few integrations with work calendars. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces TimeTree, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Cozi currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Cozi logoCoziFree plan + paidNoiOS, Android, Web4 of 466.5
2Google Calendar logoGoogle CalendarFree plan + paidNoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 462.6
3Apple Calendar logoApple CalendarFreeNomacOS, iOS, Web4 of 459.6
4Proton Calendar logoProton CalendarFree plan + paidYesWeb, iOS, Android +34 of 457.2
  1. Cozi logo

    1. CoziTop pick

    Best for: Families who want a shared calendar plus shopping lists and meal planning in one app

    Free plan + paidiOS, Android, Web

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from TimeTree

    Family organiser that adds shopping lists, to-dos and meal planning.

    Pros

    • Calendar, lists and meal planning in one place
    • Colour coding per family member
    • Free core app

    Cons

    • Free version has ads
    • Month view on mobile requires Gold
    • Not suited to work calendars
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    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 Cozi a good TimeTree alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free version
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cozi.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Cozi Gold
    $39/year
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cozi.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Cozi Max
    $79/year
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cozi.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    iPhone, Android, web
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cozi.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Google Calendar logo

    2. Google Calendar

    Best for: Anyone on Gmail or Google Workspace who wants a reliable free shared calendar

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from TimeTree

    Free shared calendars that also work for school and work.

    Pros

    • Free, fast sync across web, Android and iOS
    • Easy sharing and invitations with Meet links
    • Built-in appointment booking page

    Cons

    • No official desktop app for Windows or Mac
    • Not end-to-end encrypted
    • Fuller booking features need a paid plan
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    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 Google Calendar a good TimeTree alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Platforms
    Web, Android, iOS, Wear OS, Apple Watch
    Checked Oct 25, 2026workspace.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free booking page
    One, with a personal Google account
    Checked Oct 25, 2026workspace.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium appointment scheduling
    Certain Google One and Workspace plans
    Checked Oct 25, 2026workspace.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Multiple calendars
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026workspace.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Apple Calendar logo

    3. Apple Calendar

    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 TimeTree

    Built-in family sharing for households on Apple devices.

    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 TimeTree 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)
  4. Proton Calendar logo

    4. Proton Calendar

    Best for: Privacy-minded people and teams who want encrypted calendars, ideally with Proton Mail

    Free plan + paidOpen sourceWeb, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, Linux

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from TimeTree

    Encrypted shared calendars if privacy matters.

    Pros

    • End-to-end encrypted event details
    • Swiss jurisdiction and open-source apps
    • Free plan, bundled with Proton Mail on paid plans

    Cons

    • No direct CalDAV sync with third-party clients
    • Fewer integrations than Google Calendar
    • Best value only if you use other Proton apps
    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 Proton Calendar a good TimeTree alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    End-to-end encryption
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Jurisdiction
    Switzerland
    Checked Oct 25, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Desktop apps
    macOS, Windows, Linux
    Checked Oct 25, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)

The best TimeTree alternative for…

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

Cozi logo

Best TimeTree alternative for most people

Cozi

Family organiser that adds shopping lists, to-dos and meal planning.

Apple Calendar logo

Best TimeTree alternative for a free option

Apple Calendar

Built-in family sharing for households on Apple devices.

Google Calendar logo

Best TimeTree alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Google Calendar

Free shared calendars that also work for school and work.

Proton Calendar logo

Best TimeTree alternative for open source

Proton Calendar

Encrypted shared calendars if privacy matters.

Apple Calendar logo

Best TimeTree alternative for Mac

Apple Calendar

Built-in family sharing for households on Apple devices.

Proton Calendar logo

Best TimeTree alternative for Windows

Proton Calendar

Encrypted shared calendars if privacy matters.

Proton Calendar logo

Best TimeTree alternative for Linux

Proton Calendar

Encrypted shared calendars if privacy matters.

Cozi logo

Best TimeTree alternative for iPhone and Android

Cozi

Family organiser that adds shopping lists, to-dos and meal planning.

Cozi logo

Best TimeTree alternative for working in the browser

Cozi

Family organiser that adds shopping lists, to-dos and meal planning.

TimeTree alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to TimeTree?

Cozi ranks first right now. Family organiser that adds shopping lists, to-dos and meal planning. Google Calendar and Apple Calendar follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to TimeTree?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to TimeTree?

Yes: Proton Calendar.

Which TimeTree alternatives work on Linux?

Proton Calendar runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from TimeTree?

The complaints we hear most: free version shows ads; few integrations with work calendars; not designed for meeting scheduling.

How is this list ranked?

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