# TimeTree vs GroupCal

The clearest difference is ads: GroupCal at none against TimeTree's shown. GroupCal also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). TimeTree's advantage is ratings volume (91K vs 799) and rating (4.9 vs 4.7). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TimeTree sells 27 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month and GroupCal sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TimeTree holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TimeTree has 91K ratings behind it against 799, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 81% of TimeTree's written reviews are positive against 78% of GroupCal's.

TimeTree ships an update weekly, GroupCal fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | TimeTree | GroupCal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (91K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timetree-shared-calendar/id952578473/reviews)** | [4.7 (799 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/groupcal-shared-calendar/id1472335927/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **91K** | 799 |
| Positive reviews | **81.4% of reviews** | 78.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#65** | — |
| Size | 205 MB | 72 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TimeTree, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/952578472) | [24me](https://appshunter.io/developer/557745945) |

## What reviewers say

### TimeTree

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timetree-shared-calendar/id952578473)

**Currently charting:** #65 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

This app allows users to create and share calendars with family, friends, or colleagues. It facilitates event planning, communication, and organization through shared schedules, photo albums, and to-do lists. Stay connected and manage your time effectively with this collaborative scheduling tool.

**Highlights:** Shared calendars for groups, Event notifications and reminders, Sync with device calendars, Shared photo albums, Memo and to-do lists, In-event chat, Web version access

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (27)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 日替わり野鳥カレンダー 月額 | $0.49 | per month |
| 超特急公式ウィジェット（週替わり） 月額 | $1.99 | per month |
| 週替わりマリーゴールド公式ウィジェット 月額 | $1.99 | per month |
| 超特急リョウガ公式ウィジェット（週替わり） 月額 | $1.99 | per month |
| 超特急ユーキ公式ウィジェット（週替わり） 月額 | $1.99 | per month |
| 超特急タクヤ公式ウィジェット（週替わり） 月額 | $1.99 | per month |
| 超特急タカシ公式ウィジェット（週替わり） 月額 | $1.99 | per month |
| 超特急シューヤ公式ウィジェット（週替わり） 月額 | $1.99 | per month |
| 超特急マサヒロ公式ウィジェット（週替わり） 月額 | $1.99 | per month |
| 超特急アロハ公式ウィジェット（週替わり） 月額 | $1.99 | per month |
| 超特急ハル公式ウィジェット（週替わり） 月額 | $1.99 | per month |
| 週替わり和田あずさウィジェット 月額 | $2.99 | per month |
| 週替わり朝比奈ろんウィジェット 月額 | $2.99 | per month |
| 週替わり甘楽すずウィジェット 月額 | $2.99 | per month |
| 週替わり星乃キラリウィジェット 月額 | $2.99 | per month |
| 週替わりプリンセッション・オーケストラ公式ウィジェット 月額 | $2.99 | per month |
| 週替わりちゃんみうウィジェット | $2.99 | per month |
| 週替わりぴぴウィジェット | $2.99 | per month |
| 週替わりhakanaiウィジェット 月額 | $2.99 | per month |
| 週替わりまゆたゆまウィジェット 月額 | $2.99 | per month |
| 週替わりおてりウィジェット 月額 | $2.99 | per month |
| 週替わり初音しょうウィジェット 月額 | $2.99 | per month |
| 週替わりNANIMONOウィジェット 月額 | $2.99 | per month |
| 週替わりAZATOYウィジェット 月額 | $2.99 | per month |
| 週替わり輪廻ねるウィジェット 月額 | $2.99 | per month |
| TimeTree Premium | $4.49 | per month |
| TimeTree Premium | $44.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Shareable calendars
- 💡 Customizable color coding
- 🚀 Efficient organization
- 👍 Helpful for busy families

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional sync issues
- 🐛 Laggy performance
- 🐛 Confusing time zone changes
- 🐛 Limited customization options
- 🐛 Difficulty importing/exporting data

**Reported bugs**

- Events not syncing properly
- Time zone changes affecting event times
- Inability to edit certain event details

**Requested features**

- More color label options
- Biweekly repeat event option
- Ability to rearrange memo order
- Weekly view for routine schedules
- Dedicated iPad app version


### GroupCal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/groupcal-shared-calendar/id1472335927)

Easily create and share calendars for families, teams, or any community. Invite members via phone number or link and receive real-time updates on events. Integrates with existing calendars for a unified view.

**Highlights:** Create multiple shared calendars, Invite via phone number or link, Real-time event updates and notifications, Integrates with existing calendars, Public calendars for businesses and communities, Color-coded calendars and customization, Event attendance tracking

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Business | $74.99 | per month |
| GroupCal Pro | $119.99 | per year |
| GroupCal Pro | $119.99 | per year |
| Business + | $224.99 | per month |
| GroupCal Business | $599.99 | per year |
| Business | $599.99 | per year |
| Business + | $1000.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Efficient scheduling and coordination
- 💡 Helpful for families and small businesses
- 🙌 Great for shared calendars and event planning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy and data access
- 💸 Limited features in free version

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to delete shared calendars
- Calendar events not syncing properly
- Phone number verification issues

**Requested features**

- Color-coding for individual calendars
- Improved recurring event scheduling
- Integration with other calendar apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TimeTree free?

TimeTree is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is GroupCal free?

GroupCal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TimeTree or GroupCal?

TimeTree is rated higher. TimeTree averages 4.9 out of 5 from 91K ratings, while GroupCal averages 4.7 from 799 ratings.

### Do TimeTree or GroupCal have ads?

TimeTree shows ads; GroupCal does not.

### Which is updated more often, TimeTree or GroupCal?

TimeTree ships an update weekly, and GroupCal fortnightly. Most recently, TimeTree was updated on September 24, 2026 and GroupCal on September 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*