Brightwheel vs cradleOS
| Brightwheel | cradleOS | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | — | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Android, iOS, macOS, Web |
| Family communication | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Billing model | — | custom |
| Attendance methods | — | kiosk, web app, mobile device, QR code |
| Staff scheduling | — | Yes |
| Parent mobile app | — | Yes |
| Meal/allergy tracking | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Daycare Management Software. On Samsung Mobile US Press, cradleOS scores higher on our published basis.