Comparing daycare apps?
A Brightwheel alternative built for home daycares, childminders & nannies.
Big childcare platforms are built for multi-room centers and priced per child. KiddieBase is the simple daycare app for small, home-based providers — flat monthly pricing, no per-child fees, and no "request a demo".
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KiddieBase vs. the big platforms
| KiddieBase | Center-focused platforms | |
|---|---|---|
| Built for | Home daycares, childminders, nannies | Larger multi-room centers |
| Pricing | Flat monthly, no per-child fees | Often per-child or custom quote |
| Prices shown publicly | Yes — right on the website | Often "contact sales" |
| Sales demo to start | Not required | Frequently required |
| Setup time | ~3 minutes, self-serve | Onboarding call |
| Free trial | 30 days, no card | Varies |
| Photos & daily updates | Yes | Yes |
| Attendance & invoices | Yes | Yes |
| Privacy model | Closed circles, no ads, no third-party trackers | Varies |
Comparison reflects KiddieBase's positioning for small, home-based providers. Always check each provider's current plans.
Why home providers switch
💸 Flat, honest pricing
From $9/mo. No per-child math, no surprise upsells — the price you see is the price you pay.
⏱️ Live in 3 minutes
Sign up, name your daycare, add kids, invite parents with a code or QR. No onboarding call.
🔒 Private by design
Each parent sees only their own child. No ads, no third-party trackers. COPPA & GDPR-minded.
Everything a small daycare actually needs
A private daily photo feed parents love, two-tap activity updates (Ate · Napped · Diaper · Mood · Walk), simple check-in/check-out attendance, and invoices with automatic reminders you can mark paid in a tap — plus 1:1 chat and announcements. One flat monthly price covers it all. See the full feature tour →
Common questions
Is KiddieBase a good Brightwheel alternative?
For small, home-based providers — home daycares, childminders, and nannies — KiddieBase is purpose-built: flat monthly pricing with no per-child fees, no required sales demo, and setup in about 3 minutes. Larger multi-room centers may still prefer a center-focused platform.
How is KiddieBase's pricing different?
KiddieBase publishes flat monthly prices right on its website — $9/mo for nannies (up to 3 children), $19/mo for home daycares (up to 15), $29/mo for groups (up to 30) — with no per-child fees and no quote or demo required.
Can I move from another app to KiddieBase?
Yes. Start a free 30-day trial (no card), add your children and invite parents with a code or QR per child, and start posting the day. Setup takes about 3 minutes.
Give it a try — free for 30 days.
Start your 30-day free trialBrightwheel is a trademark of its respective owner. KiddieBase is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Brightwheel. Comparisons are provided for general information based on publicly available positioning and may change; please review each provider's current features and pricing before deciding.