Bubble - Find Childcare Now

Bubble - Find Childcare Now

Bubble Childcare On Demand

111 ratings
105 reviews
Free
With Ads

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Released
June 17, 2016
Updated
September 10, 2026

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Find trusted, vetted babysitters and nannies quickly through a community of parents. Book childcare on demand for planned or unexpected needs, with options to meet sitters beforehand and secure in-app payments. Enjoy peace of mind with insurance and 24/7 support.

✓Vetted babysitters and nannies
✓Short-notice bookings
✓Community recommendations
✓In-app messaging and payments
✓Buyer protection and insurance
✓24/7 support
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What users say about Bubble

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What's New in Bubble

6.2.0

September 10, 2026

Meet your sitter before they walk through the door. You can now video call any sitter who's replied to your childcare request, straight from their profile. No need to awkwardly switch apps to meet. Perfect for getting a proper feel for someone before a regular booking, letting the kids say a quick hello before a first sit - or call mid-sit to help your sitter find whatever it is that saves the day at bedtime.

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User reviews

App is terrible

I have never had so many issues with an App. Firstly I was unable to book my sitter, the app just kept getting into a loop and I couldn’t press the confirm sitter button. Trying to pay my sitter was just as challenging. Another loop that it couldn’t get out of between confirming payment and authorising with my bank. A frustrating situation that has put me off using them again! A real shame as our sitter was lovely, but I can’t be dealing with this after a night out again.. It is meant to be easy!
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Forced to use it

Very annoyed, I have used sitters for ages now forced to use a worse service

Daily notification spam while not in use

Had to delete it as it keeps spamming me with reminders and notification despite not having active subscription.

It takes ages to load

The app once you’re in is fine but it takes at least 5 minute to load and when you’re in the middle of a bunch of things- juggling parenting, it is very annoying

Absolutely appalling.

Baby sitter was booked for a whole day to look after my two children. Cancelled an hour before and I didn’t even get a notification to tell me, or an apology. Most of the sitters on this site are fabulous, but a system that can leave children compromised with no accountability is totally unacceptable.
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Reported Bugs

15 issues

SMS verification code not received or not working

Bug

App crashes on startup or during signup

Bug

Login loop - stuck between email and app verification

Bug

App freezes when searching for sitters

Bug

Payment processing shows unclear status

Bug

Duplicate bookings appearing for same date/time

Bug

Unexpected charges added without warning (e.g., bank holiday fees)

Bug

App crashes when trying to enter zipcode

Bug

Apple Pay not recognized in app wallet

Bug

Sitter messages not received for days or unreadable without booking

Bug

App incompatible with certain iPhone models (12 Pro, 14 Pro)

Bug

Booking wheel of death/loading issues

Bug

Profile photo requirement creates appearance-based discrimination

Bug

Sits disappearing from booking history

Bug

Continuous re-login requirements

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Requested Features

15 requests

Ability for sitters to view their own reviews

Feature

Differentiated rates for different sit types (school runs, overnight, outings)

Feature

Time limits for parents to accept sitter applications

Feature

Notification system for address changes before sits

Feature

Work-from-home parent indicator on job listings

Feature

Food provision indicator on job listings

Feature

Filter by sit time and duration

Feature

Ability to see previous applicants when sitter cancels

Feature

Penalty system for parent cancellations

Feature

Immediate payment processing instead of delayed

Feature

Customizable push notifications (separate marketing from alerts)

Feature

Ability to cancel subscriptions through app

Feature

Clear upfront display of all fees before booking

Feature

Better in-app messaging reliability

Feature

Travel time compensation for sitters

Feature

FAQ

What does Bubble do?

Bubble is a platform that connects parents with vetted babysitters and nannies. It allows users to find trusted childcare providers on demand, for both planned and unexpected situations. The app focuses on building a community of parents and sitters based on trust and recommendations.

How does Bubble vet its babysitters?

Bubble pre-vets all babysitters and nannies, accepting only a fraction of applicants. They conduct 12 safety checks, including providing information on DBS checks, to ensure sitters meet high standards and to help parents make informed choices.

How much does Bubble cost to use?

The app itself is free to download and use for browsing and connecting with sitters. The cost of childcare services is determined by the individual sitter and paid securely through the app. There are no upfront subscription fees mentioned for parents.

What kind of childcare needs can Bubble help with?

Bubble can assist with a variety of childcare needs, including evening, daytime, or after-school care. It's suitable for ad-hoc, short-notice, or regular help, and allows parents to find sitters who match their children's personalities, interests, and additional needs.

What safety features does Bubble offer?

Bubble offers several safety features, including pre-vetting of all sitters, buyer protection, secure in-app payments, and full insurance for every sit. Parents can also connect with their network to see which sitters are trusted by friends, school, or work contacts.