# Lillio Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra

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Lillio

4.6 (3623)

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Last updated March 13th, 2026

# Reviews of Lillio

Ease of use

4.6

Customer Service

4.6

## Pros and Cons in Reviews

BB

Bonnie B

Lead Systems AnalystNon-Profit Organization Management, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years.

“Lillio made it easy for our staff to log activities for each child, helping our moms know what their children were doing and how they were growing each day.“

February 10, 2025

SP

Sathiya P

Technical Lead engineerInformation Technology and Services, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months.

“There is no interaction window to communicate with other parents and by default we don't have control on whom can receive message(director will be copied by default)“

November 26, 2024

Nishtha G

ConsultantComputer Software, 5,001 - 10,000 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years.

“Real-time updates, photos, and messaging help parents stay connected with their child’s day.“

May 30, 2025

SR

Samia R

DirectorChild Day Care Services, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years.

“It took a months to fix including receiving money that was owed to me.“

January 26, 2026

SP

Sathiya P

Technical Lead engineerInformation Technology and Services, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months.

“The photo updates and learning lessons sharing within the app is useful and better for tracking.“

November 26, 2024

AG

Amin G

Assistant ProfessorHigher Education, 501 - 1,000 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months.

“Also, the food options are just none, some, most and all, which makes it hard to track how much exactly they ate.“

September 6, 2024

TS

Thomas S

TeacherEducation Management, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years.

“I like that I quickly receive information about my child at daycare, and have a simple way to communicate with the caregiver.“

October 23, 2024

Ayanda M

Data CapturerNon-Profit Organization Management, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months.

“I can not change my timezone, and a lot of the features I can not change without upgrading“

December 23, 2024

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Shawn C.  
IT Director  
Construction  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Great dashboard for education/daycare"

April 1, 2024

5.0

Very positive, one of the best solutions overall.

Pros

Ease of use and simple feature set for monitoring childcare.

Cons

Mobile app wasn't as Android friendly as other options.

Switched from

[brightwheel](https://www.capterra.com/p/144060/brightwheel/)

Provider switched companies behind the scene.

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AT

Amit T.  
Digital Marketing Executive  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Review for Lillio"

February 21, 2025

4.0

My overall Experience with Lillio was good. It saves my lots of time. Also its customer support is also very good.

Pros

I like Lillio since it is very easy to use. It helps me make lot of my task very faster.

Cons

Lillio has less advanced features also some times its integrated tools lacks.

Alternatives considered

[Zapier](https://www.capterra.com/p/130182/Zapier/)[Trello](https://www.capterra.com/p/211559/Trello/)[Asana](https://www.capterra.com/p/184581/Asana-PM/)

Reason for choosing Lillio

I choose Lillio because it provides good features, value for money and easy to use.

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SR

Samia R.  
Director  
Child Day Care Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Bad customer service response "

January 26, 2026

2.0

Overall, I was with Lillio for several years however my business didn’t feel valued therefore I was okay with taking my business to another portal.

Pros

The application features were easy for my staff to comprehend and use throughout the day. This was something the felt comfortable with.

Cons

The customer service and billing was terrible. My business didn’t feel valued when they made mistakes. It took a months to fix including receiving money that was owed to me.

Alternatives considered

[brightwheel](https://www.capterra.com/p/144060/brightwheel/)

Reason for choosing Lillio

It was no particular reason, Lillio was the first party I spoke to.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Consultant  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Lillio - best app for Parents & Educators"

May 30, 2025

5.0

use the app daily to stay updated on my child. It has dedicated sections for daily photos, nap time, and meal updates. From what I’ve heard, it’s also user-friendly for educators.

Pros

It is a user friendly app designed with keeping educators and parents in mind. Real-time updates, photos, and messaging help parents stay connected with their child’s day.

Cons

Performance Issues: Occasionally, when I tap on a notification, the app fails to load properly. Instead of opening normally, it displays a blank white screen.

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BB

Bonnie B.  
Lead Systems Analyst  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Simple Child Activity Logging, Hindered by UI and Lack of Integration"

February 10, 2025

4.0

Lillio was our first foray into a software solution for our Children's Academy. It was a good first experience, but as we began to grow, we wanted a tool that was a bit more buttoned up as we sought certification for the Academy.

Pros

Lillio made it easy for our staff to log activities for each child, helping our moms know what their children were doing and how they were growing each day.

Cons

Lillio's UI was ok, but not the best. It was certainly better than some of the other tools we looked at, but we wanted the most intuitive interface for our staff who in this role are a bit technically novice and for our moms, many of whom grapple with technology as well. We also navigated issues with keeping our contacts up to date. We live primarily in Salesforce and got to a point where we needed to do weekly imports and updates and it was not particularly easy with HiMama.

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SB

Sunaina B.  
director of operations  
Hospital & Health Care  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great tool"

February 21, 2025

5.0

like this system a lot i's fundamentally helpful in a start up daycare center

Pros

It's a great software for when working with elderly dementia care groups and daycare for children.

Cons

It's pricey and the invoicing system seems a bit dated, like it's the predecessor hiMama

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TS

Thomas S.  
Teacher  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Not a lot of other options, and pretty decent"

October 23, 2024

4.0

I have had my children in daycare for a number of years, and our site started using Lillio about two years ago. It makes it easy to communicate and receive notifications from our dayhome, and also gives me peace of mind that my children are being taken care of.

Pros

I like that I quickly receive information about my child at daycare, and have a simple way to communicate with the caregiver.

Cons

The app is quite slow to load, especially when viewing video files that have been posted. Having multiple children at a location is also more difficult to manage than it needs to be.

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SP

Sathiya P.  
Technical Lead engineer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Love - be connected with the child through out the day with Lillio"

November 26, 2024

4.0

The thought of always connected with the child even in the busy work schedule is a stress buster and Lillio helps with it and it is super useful

Pros

The photo updates and learning lessons sharing within the app is useful and better for tracking. The messaging section to interact with the teacher for status and interactions is a cool thing. The application is easy to use and self explanatory and very intuitive.

Cons

The message notifications sync is delayed at times and will receive the messages off late. There is no interaction window to communicate with other parents and by default we don't have control on whom can receive message(director will be copied by default)

Review Source

CM

Carla M.  
IT Manager  
Hospital & Health Care  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Lillio Has Exceptional Capabilities that Makes It Powerful"

December 17, 2024

5.0

Lillio gives us the best experiences. I love the reliability of Lillio.

Pros

This child care solution has been reliable and accurate to use. I like the efficiency and capabilities of Lillio.

Cons

Lillio is powerful and reliable to use. No cons concerning Lillio.

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SG

Steve G.  
Engineer  
Management Consulting  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Motivating Goal Tracking with Potential for Greater Integration"

November 6, 2024

4.0

Lillio is a strong tool for goal-setting and productivity, though expanded integrations would enhance its value.

Pros

Lillio offers a sleek, intuitive interface and insightful analytics, making goal tracking clear and motivating.

Cons

Limited integrations with other productivity tools can make it harder to streamline workflow.

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KF

Kennedy F.  
Administrator  
Health, Wellness and Fitness  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "10/10 Onboard this platform "

December 6, 2024

5.0

Wonderful experience I would recommend to others!

Pros

Great platform and program. I appreciate the assistance

Cons

The colors on the website are harsh on my eyes

Review Source

CN

Chibuike N.  
Intern  
Telecommunications  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Lillio is a great way to stay in touch with parents."

July 27, 2024

5.0

Pros

Lillio is fantastic in every way. Simple to use, with assistance from Lillio's knowledgeable staff when needed.

Cons

Nothing. Lilio really covers all the bases perfectly. This product is truly amazing!

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LS

Lirim S.  
Instrumentation and Automation PLSC  
Food Production  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "I feel safe when I send my kid to daycare thanks to Lillio!"

June 2, 2024

5.0

Pros

Brilliant app. I no longer worry about how is my kid doing at the daycare, because thanks to Lillio the daycare sent me pictures in real time of how fun my kid is having. Communication between us, the parents, and the daycare, is at the top thanks to Lillio.

Cons

I like everything about Lillio. Easy to use, and user-friendly.

Review Source

PV

Phoebe V.  
Owner/Director  
Education Management  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Daycare program with all the extras included"

December 12, 2021

5.0

I was looking for a software after the fees on ProCare shot thru the roof. HiMama is going to be roughly what ProCare went up to but I did not have the initial "buying" the program cost & I got so many more options for the cost with HiMama over ProCare

Pros

We got all the options included with the monthly fee. This cloud based program is fairly easy to use. I like that the parent gets an invoice so they know their bill amount ahead of time. It has alot of pluses that we have not even started using yet.

Cons

The salesman kinda was pushy & there was some things that I didn't realize until after I had signed up. U pay by the class so we only have 3 price points so we paid for 3 classes. I made it work to save $ monthly. I like having daily ledgers by the whole center, not having to open each child to see the ledger. This is my 3rd daycare software program & they each had their own pros & cons.

Review Source

JJ

Jason J.  
Project Manager  
Publishing  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "HiMama keeps me connected to my child even while I'm working!"

March 3, 2022

5.0

I love HiMama and is one of the main reasons why I haven't even thought about switching daycares!

Pros

I like the notifications and alerts the most. It helps me to feel more connected to my daughter even though she's at daycare and I'm working. I think it helps me to relate to her day and ask her questions about how it went when I pick her up. Also, the quick communication channel with the director and daycare staff can't be beat! I love how I can send one message and it goes to everyone who interacts with my child instead of just a single email where only one person will read it.

Cons

I'd like a little more control over the types of alerts I receive. Sometimes I have already paid my invoice but the director hasn't been able to update my invoice status yet so I'll get an additional alert even though I've already paid it. Also, I'd like control over when I receive some alerts, like invoice alerts. For me personally, 7am isn't the best time since that's when my daughter is usually waking up and we're starting our morning routine.

Review Source

CS

Cerenity S.  
Teacher  
Education Management  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "User Friendly and Convenient "

October 1, 2022

5.0

Love it!

Pros

I like that Hi Mama has thought of everything from staff portals to children needs and schedules as well as interacting with parents and families. It is very easy to use and super convenient.

Cons

The only thing I could say is, if internet connection is down and/or lost we have to physically write things down for kids and then go back into the app when internet is back up and put all that information in.

Review Source

RT

Raymond T.  
Creative Specialist  
Graphic Design  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "comprehensive child tracking system"

February 10, 2023

4.0

Pros

HiMama is an outstanding platform for daycare providers, preschools and early childhood education centers. It offers a variety of tools that make the daily operations of these organizations more efficient, streamlined and effective.One of the standout features of HiMama is its comprehensive child tracking system. This allows teachers to keep track of the children's activities, meals, naps and milestones throughout the day. The system is user-friendly and provides real-time updates to parents, which helps build trust and transparency.Another great aspect of HiMama is its communication capabilities. The platform offers a variety of tools that allow teachers to send updates, photos and videos to parents, and vice versa. This keeps everyone in the loop and ensures that the children are receiving the best possible care.The reporting and analytics tools offered by HiMama are also top-notch. These tools allow organizations to track key metrics such as attendance, daily activities and enrollment trends. This information can then be used to make informed decisions about the future of the organization.In conclusion, HiMama is an excellent platform for anyone looking to streamline and improve the operations of a daycare, preschool or early childhood education center. The platform is user-friendly, feature-rich and provides real-time updates to all stakeholders, which helps build trust and ensure that children are receiving the best possible care.

Cons

One of the main issues with HiMama is its cost. The platform can be expensive for smaller organizations and the pricing model may not be suitable for all budgets. This can be a barrier to entry for some organizations and limit their ability to fully utilize the platform's capabilities.Another issue with HiMama is its user interface. While the platform is user-friendly, some users have reported that it can be difficult to navigate and that certain features are not as intuitive as they could be. This can lead to a learning curve for new users and slow down the adoption process.Finally, some users have reported that the platform can be slow and laggy at times, which can be frustrating for those trying to complete tasks quickly and efficiently. This can disrupt the workflow and cause delays in completing important tasks.In conclusion, while HiMama is a comprehensive platform for daycare providers, preschools and early childhood education centers, it does have some drawbacks in terms of cost, user interface, and performance. Organizations should carefully consider these factors when deciding if HiMama is the right platform for them.

Review Source

BB

Brandy B.  
Client Services Representative  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "HiMama Top notch daycare/education center software"

May 25, 2022

5.0

Pros

HiMama is growing in popularity, but when introduced to the market, I never ran into any glitches, data breaches, and the app never went down to my knowledge. Its stores information securely and is great for storing pictures and videos that might use up space elsewhere.

Cons

There isnt much to critize about HiMama except a lot of new users may not be familiar with the app. Other than that, the app is great if people use it to its full potential.

Review Source

Lucky U.  
Project coordinator  
Construction  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "With Himama, you can monitor your child daily activities."

February 12, 2022

5.0

With Himama, everything you need is provided.

Pros

1\. Help to improver your relationship with your children. 2. It makes it easy to keep in touch with the parents 3. It improves children learning outcomes

Cons

1\. The amount of calling and emails is too much with use software. 2. After signing up, details of payment is giving to you

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MN

Mbalenhle N.  
Receptionist  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "I no longer worry as much as I would about my child"

March 20, 2022

5.0

Pros

The sign in and sign off feature: it lets you see when your child arrived because as someone who doesn't take her child to school, you worry about car accidents etc. You can see how well your child is adapting to school, if they had a disagreement with another child because children tend to hide certain things and end up lying about being sick in order to not attend school. It honestly feels like you're watching over your child like a guardian but from work.

Cons

As a new user, I have no problems with the application, I have not encountered problems like other parents with multiple children encounter.

Review Source

VR

Verified Reviewer  
Director  
Financial Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "HiMama is a must have for any day care and child care center"

November 8, 2021

5.0

Happy with HiMama - recommend them highly

Pros

Software is a must have for any business running child care centers Provides much needed features - alerts and notifications to parents - video feed for communication of child with parents and relatives - attendance tracking - billing and payments Saves paperwork, time and give a much needed brand lift (selling story) to parents and gives them comfort remotely monitoring their child

Cons

Quality software comes at a price - and this product is not cheap as there aren't many good competitors Might be difficult for small child care centers in developing countries with small budgets to be able to afford. Differentiated pricing (country to country) and more support for regional variations e.g. language support would be appreciated

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Director  
Consumer Services  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "HiMama protects my family!"

February 17, 2022

5.0

Pros

\-Efficient -Organized -Well priced -Can keep up with my child -Accountability

Cons

None. I feel like they addressed some issues that were happening with the app, like glitches and such, but they have fixed them.

Review Source

JA

Jennifer A.  
Recruiter  
Telecommunications  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Put your mind at ease!!"

August 22, 2023

5.0

Love it will continue to use it and spead not but good words about it!

Pros

The parents are able to see updates and goals meet. They can see what their loved ones are doing that day. Gives a peace of mind to everyone. Very easy to send out mass messages to all parents in case of school closing or delays. Also send to email account as well.

Cons

I feel like the check in and check out could update faster. Also maybe to prompt teachers to send the parents updates if they have not.

Review Source

LM

Lori M.  
RN  
Hospital & Health Care  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Parent using HiMama"

August 4, 2021

4.0

I have enjoyed getting used to HiMama, it’s has been a little learning curve but overall very user friendly, and I love having the app now.

Pros

I love being able to see updates of my children throughout the day. Getting notifications to bring supplies is very helpful as well.

Cons

I would like to be able to control notifications for each part of HiMama. I would like to be able to turn off notifications for the billing side and still see the daily updates.

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AS

Ariane S.  
Chefe  
Individual & Family Services  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Comments about hi mama "

April 29, 2023

4.0

Good experience, at the beginning when it was recommended I thought it was doubtful If It was really necessary, over time I saw that it was necessary and fundamental for the routine and week of follow-up, surveillance and security , a Lot the app

Pros

App with easy, handling , fulfills what it promises, I liked tô follow everynthing in real time from activity to food and types of payments, this app is very well thought out

Cons

Except that sometimes on my device a good experience

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