Calendly has become one of the most popular tools for online bookings and meeting scheduling. However, it’s not the only option out there. Whether you’re looking for something cheaper, more privacy-friendly, or better suited to your business needs, here are some of the best alternatives.
Popular SaaS alternatives
Acuity Scheduling (by Squarespace)
A professional-grade platform with more customisation options than Calendly. Useful for businesses that need branded booking pages and payment integration.
YouCanBook.me
Simple and affordable. Works directly with Google and Microsoft calendars, making it a great low-fuss choice.
OnceHub (ScheduleOnce)
Powerful for teams. Includes advanced workflows, CRM integrations, and flexible meeting rules.
Zoho Bookings
Best suited for businesses already using Zoho apps. Includes team scheduling and strong integration with Zoho CRM.
Microsoft Bookings
Included in many Microsoft 365 plans. Works seamlessly with Outlook and Teams, making it ideal for organisations in the Microsoft ecosystem.
Google Calendar Appointment Schedules
Available with Google Workspace. A stripped-down alternative, suitable for simple one-on-one bookings.
Privacy and open-source options
Cal.com
An open-source alternative to Calendly that you can self-host or use in the cloud. Privacy-friendly and highly customisable, with a growing integration ecosystem.
Zcal
Free and modern, with a cleaner design than Calendly. Offers simple personalisation features and easy sharing.
Easy!Appointments
Open-source and self-hosted. A good option if you want full control without ongoing subscription costs.
Industry-focused scheduling tools
SimplyBook.me
Built for service businesses. Includes website integration, payments, and even custom apps.
Setmore
Has a free plan, mobile apps, and supports multi-staff bookings. Good for small teams and service providers.
Doodle
Best for coordinating group meetings rather than individual client bookings. Works well when multiple people need to agree on a time.
Quick picks
- Closest to Calendly but free and modern → Zcal
- Best privacy-focused option → Cal.com
- If you use Microsoft 365 → Microsoft Bookings
- If you use Google Workspace → Google Appointment Schedules
