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# Compare iCare vs Famly

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> Detailed comparison between iCare and Famly. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | iCare | Famly |
| **Overall rating** | 3.9/5 | 4.7/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 16 | 264 |
| **Starting Price** | USD 100.00 | $49.00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat |
| **Training** | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### iCare

It is designed for daycare and childcare centers, drop-in centers, Montessori schools, pre-schools, enrichment programs, after-school programs, summer camps, and FDC placement agencies.

### Famly

The tool is designed for directors, managers, staff, and teachers of childcare groups and centers of all shapes and sizes, including preschools, aftercare clubs and daycares.

## Key features

### iCare

- API
- Activity Dashboard
- Activity Tracking
- Attendance Tracking
- Billing & Invoicing
- Calendar Management
- Class Scheduling
- Contact Database
- Data Security
- Electronic Signature
- Employee Management
- Enrollments/Onboarding
- Immunisation & Allergy Tracking
- Lesson Planning
- Milestone Tracking
- Multi-Location
- Parent Portal
- Reporting & Statistics
- Role-Based Permissions
- Wait List Management

### Famly

- API
- Activity Dashboard
- Activity Tracking
- Attendance Tracking
- Billing & Invoicing
- Calendar Management
- Class Scheduling
- Contact Database
- Data Security
- Electronic Signature
- Employee Management
- Enrollments/Onboarding
- Immunisation & Allergy Tracking
- Lesson Planning
- Milestone Tracking
- Multi-Location
- Parent Portal
- Reporting & Statistics
- Role-Based Permissions
- Wait List Management

## Links

- [View iCare Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/23495/icare)
- [View Famly Profile](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/155536/famly)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.com.au/compare/23495/155536/icare/vs/famly)

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