Calendly
Scheduling automation platform that eliminates back-and-forth emails for booking meetings.
Scheduling
Free tier
Overview
Calendly is the most widely used scheduling tool, letting people book time with you through a shareable link. It integrates with Google Calendar, Outlook, and most CRMs, and supports round-robin assignments, team scheduling, and automated reminders.
The free tier includes one active event type. The Standard plan at $10/user/month unlocks unlimited event types, integrations, and customization. Teams plan at $16/user/month adds routing, round-robin, and analytics.
Strengths
- Most recognized scheduling tool — invitees trust the brand
- Deep CRM and sales tool integrations
- Round-robin and team scheduling for sales teams
- Automated reminders and follow-up workflows
Weaknesses
- Free tier limited to just one event type
- Per-user pricing adds up for teams
- Booking pages have limited design customization
- Can feel impersonal for recipient-first scheduling
Pricing estimate
$100
/month
$1200/year
Free with 1 event type
Quick info
- Category
- Scheduling
- Starting price
- $10/user/mo
- Free tier
- Yes — Free with 1 event type
- Open source
- No
- Best for
- Any size
- Founded
- 2013
Last updated 2026-04-12
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