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Google Calendar alternatives
Google Calendar compared with 12 alternatives: Notion Calendar, Fantastical, Vimcal, Calendly, Morgen and 7 more.
Google Calendar has a free plan. Paid plans start at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter). 11 of the 12 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
12 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google CalendarThis tool | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Notion Calendar | Free | Free | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Fantastical | Free plan · from $4.75/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS |
| Vimcal | Free plan · from $25/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS |
| Calendly | Free plan · from $10/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Morgen | Free trial · from $15/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| aCalendar | Free plan · from $2.49 one-time | Yes | Android |
| Agenda Hero | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Apple Calendar | Free | Free | Web, macOS, iOS |
| Business Calendar 2 | Free plan · from $1.49 | Yes | Android |
| Cal.com | Free plan · from $12/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Calendars by Readdle | Free plan · from $19.99/yr | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| Cozi | Free plan · from $39/yr | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Google Calendar
- Free
Notion Calendar
Free calendar app that connects to Notion databases
- Notion Calendar is free. Google Calendar starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter).
- Only Notion Calendar lists macOS and Windows apps.
- Google Calendar also covers tasks.
Suits: Notion users who want database deadlines next to their meetings
- Free plan · from $4.75/mo
Fantastical
Calendar and tasks app for Apple devices, Windows and Googlebook
- Fantastical starts at $4.75 per month, billed annually ($6.99 billed monthly). Google Calendar starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter).
- Only Fantastical lists macOS and Windows apps.
- Only Google Calendar lists a web app.
- Only Google Calendar lists an Android app.
- Fantastical also covers templates and natural-language input.
Suits: People with Google, iCloud and Microsoft calendars who want them in one app
- Free plan · from $25/mo
Vimcal
Fast calendar for people with heavy meeting schedules
- Vimcal starts at $25 per month, billed yearly ($300 per year); $35 billed monthly. Google Calendar starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter).
- Only Vimcal lists macOS and Windows apps.
- Only Google Calendar lists an Android app.
- Vimcal also covers Pomodoro timer.
- Google Calendar also covers tasks.
Suits: Founders, executives and investors with a high volume of meetings
- Free plan · from $10/mo
Calendly
Booking links and team scheduling for external meetings
- Calendly starts at $10 per seat / month, billed yearly. Google Calendar starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter).
- Only Calendly lists a browser extension.
- Calendly also covers meeting notes and transcription.
- Google Calendar also covers tasks and calendar.
Suits: Sales, recruiting and customer teams that book many external meetings
- Free trial · from $15/mo
Morgen
Calendar and daily planner with AI-suggested time blocking
- Morgen starts at $15 per month, billed yearly. Google Calendar starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter).
- Google Calendar has a free plan. Morgen does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Morgen lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Morgen also covers time blocking and auto-scheduling.
Suits: People managing calendars across Google, Outlook and Apple accounts
- Free plan · from $2.49 one-time
aCalendar
Android calendar with widgets, tasks and one-time upgrades
- aCalendar starts at $2.49 to $11.99 per one-time in-app upgrade; aCalendar+ is $11.99. Google Calendar starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter).
- Only Google Calendar lists a web app.
- Only Google Calendar lists an iOS app.
- aCalendar can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Google Calendar also covers booking links.
Suits: Android users who want a full calendar without a subscription
- Free plan · from $5/mo
Agenda Hero
AI that turns text, images and PDFs into shareable calendars
- Agenda Hero starts at $5 per month, or $30 per year billed annually. Google Calendar starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter).
- Only Agenda Hero lists a browser extension.
- Agenda Hero also covers natural-language input.
- Google Calendar also covers tasks and booking links.
Suits: Parents turning school and sports schedules into calendar events
- Free
Apple Calendar
Free built-in calendar for iPhone, iPad, Mac and iCloud.com
- Apple Calendar is free. Google Calendar starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter).
- Only Apple Calendar lists a macOS app.
- Only Google Calendar lists an Android app.
- Apple Calendar also covers natural-language input.
- Google Calendar also covers booking links.
Suits: People with an iPhone, iPad or Mac who want a calendar at no cost
- Free plan · from $1.49
Business Calendar 2
Android calendar and task app with widgets and a Pro upgrade
- Business Calendar 2 starts at $1.49 to $8.99 per in-app purchase on Google Play; billing basis not shown. Google Calendar starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter).
- Only Google Calendar lists a web app.
- Only Google Calendar lists an iOS app.
- Business Calendar 2 also covers templates.
- Google Calendar also covers booking links.
Suits: Android users who want more views and widgets than a stock calendar app
- Free plan · from $12/mo
Cal.com
Scheduling platform with a free plan, API and embeds
- Cal.com starts at $12 per user / month, billed yearly ($16 billed monthly). Google Calendar starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter).
- Only Cal.com lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Only Cal.com lists a browser extension.
- Cal.com is self-hostable, according to its own site.
- Cal.com also covers workflow automation.
Suits: Solo users who want unlimited event types without paying
- Free plan · from $19.99/yr
Calendars by Readdle
Calendar and task planner for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch
- Calendars by Readdle starts at $19.99 per year, or $3.99 per month (US App Store in-app purchases). Google Calendar starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter).
- Only Calendars by Readdle lists a macOS app.
- Only Google Calendar lists a web app.
- Only Google Calendar lists an Android app.
- Calendars by Readdle also covers natural-language input and habit tracking.
Suits: People on iPhone, iPad and Mac who want events and tasks in one planner
- Free plan · from $39/yr
Cozi
Shared family calendar with shopping lists, to-dos and recipes
- Cozi starts at $39 per year for the whole family (Cozi Gold). Google Calendar starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter).
- Google Calendar also covers booking links.
Suits: Families who want a calendar, grocery list and meal plan in one account
Limits worth knowing in Google Calendar
- The paid version is only sold as part of Google Workspace, which also includes Gmail, Drive and Meet.
- Personal accounts and Business Starter get one booking page; extra schedules, payments and reminders need Business Standard or higher, or an eligible Google One plan.
- Time Insights and working hours and location are limited to work or school accounts, and Time Insights can only be viewed on a computer.
- No desktop app is listed; Google offers it on the web and as Android and iOS apps.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Google Calendar?
The alternatives to Google Calendar in this directory are Notion Calendar, Fantastical, Vimcal, Calendly, Morgen, aCalendar, Agenda Hero, Apple Calendar, Business Calendar 2, Cal.com, Calendars by Readdle and Cozi. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Google Calendar.
Is there a free alternative to Google Calendar?
Yes. Notion Calendar and Apple Calendar are free to use. Fantastical, Vimcal, Calendly, aCalendar, Agenda Hero, Business Calendar 2, Cal.com, Calendars by Readdle and Cozi have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Google Calendar alternatives work on Windows?
The Google Calendar listing does not include a Windows app. Notion Calendar, Fantastical, Vimcal, Morgen and Cal.com list one.
Which Google Calendar alternatives work on macOS?
The Google Calendar listing does not include a macOS app. Notion Calendar, Fantastical, Vimcal, Morgen, Apple Calendar, Cal.com and Calendars by Readdle list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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