Calendly and Cal.com are the two leading scheduling platforms. Calendly is the polished, easy market leader; Cal.com is the open-source, customizable alternative.
Full reviews: Calendly review · Cal.com review
Quick verdict
- Choose Calendly for the simplest experience and the broadest integrations.
- Choose Cal.com for customization, white-labeling, API access, or self-hosting.
Head to head
| Calendly | Cal.com | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 |
| Free tier | 1 event type | 1 user, unlimited event types |
| Entry paid | $10/seat/mo | $12/user/mo |
| Open source | No | Yes (Cal.diy) |
| Best for | Simplicity & integrations | Customization & self-hosting |
Bottom line
Pick Calendly for ease; pick Cal.com for control and customization. Read the full Calendly review and Cal.com review.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Calendly or Cal.com?
Calendly’s entry paid plan is $10/seat/mo, slightly less than Cal.com’s $12/user/mo.
Which has a better free plan, Calendly or Cal.com?
Cal.com’s free plan is more generous — unlimited event types for 1 user — compared to Calendly’s free tier, which is limited to 1 event type.
Is Calendly or Cal.com open source?
Cal.com is open source (Cal.diy) and can be self-hosted. Calendly is not open source.
Which should I pick, Calendly or Cal.com?
Choose Calendly for the simplest experience and the broadest integrations. Choose Cal.com for customization, white-labeling, API access, or self-hosting.