Head-to-head
Frame.io vs Timeliner
An honest, feature-by-feature look at Frame.io and Timeliner for creative teams — where each is stronger, what they cost, and what neither includes.
IncludedIncludedIncludedIncludedIncludedIncludedIncludedIncludedIncludedIncludedIncludedIncludedIncludedIncludedFree forever for 5Statuses researched against each tool's official docs and pricing pages. “Limited” means the capability exists with meaningful restrictions.
Where Frame.io and Timeliner differ
Of the 8 capabilities creative teams typically stitch together, Frame.io fully includes 2 and Timeliner fully includes 4.
Kanban Boards
Timeliner includes kanban boards; Frame.io doesn't include it.
File Storage & Drive
Timeliner includes file storage & drive; Frame.io covers it partially.
AI Assistant (kloudie)
Frame.io partially covers ai assistant (kloudie); Timeliner doesn't include it.
What neither includes
Whichever you pick, you'll still be stitching tools around it for the rest of the workflow. kloudboard includes all of the below in the same workspace:
- Built-in Chat
- Freelancer Payments
- Calendar & Scheduling
- AI Assistant (kloudie)
Frequently asked questions
Is Frame.io or Timeliner better for creative teams?
Timeliner covers more of the workflow out of the box (4 of the 8 capabilities we track fully included, vs 2), but the right pick depends on which capabilities your team actually uses. The comparison table above shows exactly where they differ.
How much do Frame.io and Timeliner cost?
Frame.io's free plan caps you at 2 members, 2 projects, and just 2GB of storage; the entry Pro plan runs $15/member/month (up to 5 members, 2TB base + 2TB per member, ~13% off annually), and the Team plan is $25/member/month (up to 15 members, 3TB base). Timeliner.io starts at $19/mo (Basic: 1 seat up to 2, 500GB, 1080p), then $59/mo (Pro: 3 seats up to 10, 1TB, 4K) and $129/mo (Elite: 5 seats up to 25, 3TB); there's a 14-day trial and unlimited free client seats, but no free-forever plan.
What do both Frame.io and Timeliner lack?
Neither fully includes built-in chat, freelancer payments, calendar & scheduling and ai assistant (kloudie). kloudboard includes all of these in one workspace, with a free plan for up to 5 members.
Is there one tool that replaces both Frame.io and Timeliner?
kloudboard combines kanban boards, frame-accurate video and image review, built-in chat (with Slack, Discord, and WhatsApp bridging), freelancer payments, file storage, calendar, and a free AI assistant in one workspace — free forever for up to 5 members, with Pro at a flat $20/member/mo.
Skip the trade-off
Instead of choosing between Frame.io and Timeliner, get boards, review, chat, and payments in one workspace. Free forever for up to 5 members — no credit card required.
Get started for free