Comparison

TimeTree vs TimeAlert

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

TimeTree

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
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App loved by 75 million users worldwide Winner of the "App Store Best of 2015" award! "Connect over time. Grow bonds together." Sharing with TimeTree - Family use Solve time management issues of double-booking with family members. Ideal also for planning to pick up the kids and other errands. Carry the calendar with you and check anytime anywhere! - Work use Plan work shifts of employees - Couple use Perfect for those who have trouble adjusting their time together. See the available slots of both in the calendar and plan out dates! Key Features - Shared Calendar Easy calendar sharing for families, couples, work and other groups. - Notifications and reminders Keep up with new events, updates, and new messages. No need to check the app all the time thanks to notifications! - Sync with a device calendar such as Google Calendar Start immediately by copying or syncing with your device's other calendars. - Shared Albums You can create albums and share photos in each group. - Memo and to-do lists Share notes with other members or use memos for events that have no fixed date yet. - Chat within events “What time?” “Where?” Discuss event details within the events! - Web version Access your calendars also from a web browser. - Photos in the events Post details such as images to events. - Multiple calendars Create different calendars for multiple purposes. - Schedule management Time management app made from the point of view of notebook planner user. - Widgets Check your daily schedule easily from widgets without opening the app. Solve your time management troubles! - Hard to keep up with my partner's schedule Do you ever feel uneasy about whether your partner is aware of your schedule? By sharing a calendar in TimeTree, you don't have to contact and confirm with them every time! - Getting forgetful of various school events and tasks Keep the printouts from school easily accessible in the app and make those deadlines! Try it out as a diary! - Miss out on events of your interest Save artist schedules, movie premieres and other important dates in a calendar and share them with like-minded friends! TimeTree Official Website https://timetreeapp.com/ PC(Web) TimeTree https://timetreeapp.com/signin Facebook https://www.facebook.com/timetreeapp/ Twitter https://twitter.com/timetreeapp Instagram https://www.instagram.com/timetreeapp_friends TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@timetreeapp User Support email support@timetreeapp.com Please use TimeTree as a schedule book for the year! We value the opinions of our users. We look forward to hearing your feedback! This app uses the following permissions. You can still use the app even if you do not allow optional permissions. - Required permissions There is none. - Optional permissions Calendar: Display device's calendar in TimeTree. Location information: Improves the accuracy of suggestions when setting a location for an event. Access to photos: Customize profiles and calendars, and when photos are saved to devices. Camera: Set and post images to profiles, calendars, etc. using the camera. Track requests from the app: Display customized advertisement for better experience. Notifications: Receive notifications about updates, calendar events and activity from the app. Microphone: Used for the voice input feature. Speech Recognition: Used for the voice input feature.

About

TimeAlert

This reliable countdown timer ensures your alarms never fail, even when the app is closed or your phone is locked. It offers customizable alerts, a visual progress ring, and background execution for precise timing across various activities.

Highlights
  • True background execution
  • Prominent audio and vibration alerts
  • Visual countdown ring
  • Customizable notification messages
  • Auto-repeat mode
  • Pause and resume functionality
  • Multiple sound options
Features
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TimeAlert.App is a useful countdown timer that actually works when you need it most. Unlike other timer apps that stop working when you switch apps or lock your phone, TimeAlert uses advanced background processing to ensure your timers never fail. KEY FEATURES: - TRUE BACKGROUND EXECUTION - Timer continues running even when app is closed - PROMINENT ALERTS - Audio notifications and vibration that you'll never miss - VISUAL COUNTDOWN RING - Beautiful circular progress indicator - CUSTOM MESSAGES - Personalize your timer notifications - AUTO-REPEAT MODE - Perfect for interval training and Pomodoro sessions - PAUSE & RESUME - Full control over your timing sessions - MULTIPLE SOUND OPTIONS - Choose from various alert tones - DARK/LIGHT MODE - Comfortable viewing in any environment PERFECT FOR: - Workout intervals and fitness training - Cooking and baking timers - Pomodoro productivity sessions - Meeting and presentation timing - Study break reminders - Meditation and mindfulness - Gaming session limits - Any activity requiring precise timing PRIVACY FIRST: - No data collection or tracking - All information stays on your device - No ads or subscriptions - Minimal permissions required RELIABLE TECHNOLOGY: TimeAlert uses iOS background audio processing to maintain timer accuracy. This proven technology ensures your timers complete on schedule, whether you're using other apps, taking calls, or your phone is locked. BEAUTIFUL DESIGN: Clean, intuitive interface with a stunning circular timer visualization that shows your progress at a glance. The ring animation provides instant visual feedback and perfectly synchronizes with your countdown. Download TimeAlert today and experience the difference a truly reliable timer makes in your daily routine. TimeAlert - When every second counts!

Screenshots

TimeTree4 screens
TimeAlert1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: TimeTree at Free against TimeAlert's $1.99. TimeTree also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months) and chart position (#115 vs unranked). TimeAlert's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 35) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

TimeTree is free to download; TimeAlert costs $1.99 up front. TimeTree sells 27 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. TimeAlert asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TimeTree ships an update weekly, TimeAlert every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
TimeTree versus TimeAlert: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimeTreeTimeAlert
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating4.9 (93K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews81.1% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings93K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 5 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterPaid
Best chart rank#115 — better—
DevicesiPhone, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size228 MB2 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperTimeTree, Inc.TeleCottage Computers Pty Ltd

Customer experience

TimeTree

All ratings93,024 ratings
Positive97.2%
Neutral1.5%
Negative1.3%
Written reviews1,622 reviews
Positive81.1%
Neutral6.2%
Negative12.6%

TimeAlert

Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

TimeTree

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Events not syncing properly
  • Time zone changes affecting event times
  • Inability to edit certain event details

Requested features

6 requests
  • More color label options
  • Biweekly repeat event option
  • Ability to rearrange memo order
  • Weekly view for routine schedules
  • Dedicated iPad app version
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  • Family sharing/group plan option

TimeAlert

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

27 purchases

TimeTree

Subscriptions27
  • 日替わり野鳥カレンダー 月額7 Days trial$0.491 Month
  • 超特急公式ウィジェット(週替わり) 月額7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • 週替わりマリーゴールド公式ウィジェット 月額7 Days trial$1.991 Month
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  • 超特急リョウガ公式ウィジェット(週替わり) 月額7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • 超特急ユーキ公式ウィジェット(週替わり) 月額7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • 超特急タクヤ公式ウィジェット(週替わり) 月額7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • 超特急タカシ公式ウィジェット(週替わり) 月額7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • 超特急シューヤ公式ウィジェット(週替わり) 月額7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • 超特急マサヒロ公式ウィジェット(週替わり) 月額7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • 超特急アロハ公式ウィジェット(週替わり) 月額7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • 超特急ハル公式ウィジェット(週替わり) 月額7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • 週替わり和田あずさウィジェット 月額7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • 週替わり朝比奈ろんウィジェット 月額7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • 週替わり甘楽すずウィジェット 月額7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • 週替わり星乃キラリウィジェット 月額7 Days trial$2.991 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7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • 週替わりちゃんみうウィジェット7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • 週替わりぴぴウィジェット7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • 週替わりhakanaiウィジェット 月額7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • 週替わりまゆたゆまウィジェット 月額7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • 週替わりおてりウィジェット 月額7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • 週替わり初音しょうウィジェット 月額7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • 週替わりNANIMONOウィジェット 月額7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • 週替わりAZATOYウィジェット 月額7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • 週替わり輪廻ねるウィジェット 月額7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • TimeTree Premium1 Month trial$4.491 Month
  • TimeTree Premium1 Month trial$44.991 Year
None

TimeAlert

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TimeTree free?
TimeTree is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TimeAlert free?
TimeAlert costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do TimeTree or TimeAlert have ads?
TimeTree shows ads; TimeAlert does not.
Which is updated more often, TimeTree or TimeAlert?
TimeTree ships an update weekly, and TimeAlert every 5 months. Most recently, TimeTree was updated on November 1, 2026 and TimeAlert on October 13, 2026.

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