Parenting apps to help simplify your life are all the rage these days, especially ones that provide entertainment for your kids or help you access childcare quickly when you’re in a bind.

This blog article gives you an objective view on childcare apps, what to expect from a cost perspective and how they work. Read on to find out more…

NannyPod

Obviously we are somewhat biased when it comes to tooting our own horn about the NannyPod app. NannyPod launched its new super-fast childcare app in July 2021. It is the lowest cost childcare connectivity mobile app in the industry. It’s fast and simple to use.

Pros: No subscription needed, low fee background checks, easy to use filters

Cons: Credit card must be added to pay childcare providers (no cash option)

Overall: 9/10

Bambino

This company is somewhat new to the industry. They’ve done a great job at creating a smooth app with lots of features, even if it looks a bit busy. A little like UrbanSitter, it connects you via friends and neighbors to childcare providers.

Pros: Comprehensive features

Cons: A little overloaded

Overall: 8.5/10

SitterCity

SitterCity has been around for quite a while. They’re on par with Care.com from an age perspective, although somewhat behind the curve of their nemesis from a features point of view. They also do senior care and pet care.

Pros: Good all round platform, nice images

Cons: Pricey subscriptions, different apps needed

Overall: 8.5/10

Nanno

Nanno is another new provider in the childcare app space. They’re gradually building a presence, although they do have a few things to fix on their app.

Pros: Comprehensive vetting process

Cons: App seems to have a few issues at present

Overall: 6.5/10

UrbanSitter

A nice interface for parents to find childcare, although one may argue that they could have improved a bit more over the years. They’ve branched out into senior care, pet sitters and household help.

Pros: Connects you via Facebook friends and groups

Cons: Shares your information

Overall: 8/10

Care.com

The behemoth in the industry which started out of Boston MA. They’ve branched out into pet care, elder care and even home-sitters. Definitely the most expensive platform coupled with various caveats for cancelling.

Pros: Multiple services on one platform

Cons: Expensive subscriptions and background checks

Overall: 8.5/10

Summary

We think it’s a good idea to use a few apps for the same function e.g. Uber and Lyft, or OpenTable and Resy. That way, you always have a back-up plan if one is not getting you what you need.

As a side note, NannyPod recently incorporated the most technologically advanced background check feature called SafetyPIN, that includes ongoing monitoring for a low monthly fee. Background checks are purely optional, but strongly recommended for all users so as to keep the NannyPod community a generally safer place.

Where else can you find, book and pay for childcare in seconds, for hardly any fees? If you have some ideas or information to include in our next blog article, please email info@nannypod.com thank you.

NannyPod provides long term nanny matches and short term occasional date-night babysitters and infant care on demand, at an affordable price. Our service is convenient, safe and secure for families and our staff. Parents can request childcare instantly by using the NannyPod App or find a long term nanny through the NannyPod Boutique service. Get started with NannyPod today and find babysitters or nannies for your childcare needs!

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Families can get set up and make requests in under a minute, helping the company capture some of this $30 billion industry. Parents can opt to pay $8 per month for unlimited bookings. When you pay a babysitter through the app, there is an extra $2 Safe Pay fee. Thus paying a babysitter $30 while you had a date-night would only total $32, plus the monthly fee. You can then get the childcare tax credit or use your dependent care FSA to offset the cost! The low fee app is designed to be the fastest way to find childcare anytime you need it and pick up jobs on the fly in the gig-economy. The platform is entirely free to all childcare providers and allows them to keep 100% of their earnings.

NannyPod’s super-fast babysitting and nanny app allows unlimited requests for $8 per month

“Our platform simplifies family life on a daily basis, and helps childcare providers earn more money,” stated Kevin N. Hedges, CEO & Co-Founder. “The app combines all of the features you’d expect when trying to book a babysitter or find a nanny, including filters for ratings, pay rates, CPR certifications, experience and more. What makes it really special is the speed at which it works. Parents can also pick childcare providers who have a background check with continuous monitoring. Our core childcare services include infant care specialists, babysitters, nannies, homework helpers and tutors. There’s even a pick up / drop off service for families whose kids are always at activities. The all-in-one solution for childcare is accessible in every city across the USA,” says Hedges. It’s recommended parents invite some sitters and friends they already know to the app, then make childcare requests as needed.

NannyPod provides long term nanny matches and short term occasional date-night babysitters and infant care on demand, at an affordable price. Our service is convenient, safe and secure for families and our staff. Parents can request childcare instantly by using the NannyPod app. Get started with NannyPod today and find babysitters or nannies for your childcare needs!

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