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At a Glance
Calendly
Calendly
Star Rating
(2,546)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (61.0% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
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Doodle
Doodle
Star Rating
(2,067)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (42.1% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • G2 reviewers report that Calendly excels in user experience, with a clean and intuitive interface that simplifies scheduling. Users appreciate features like automatic time zone detection and seamless integration with popular apps like Slack and Google Calendar, making it a favorite for managing meetings across different time zones.
  • Users say Doodle is particularly effective for coordinating large groups, as it allows multiple participants to indicate their availability in one place. This feature is highlighted as a significant time-saver, especially for busy executives who need to find common meeting times without the hassle of back-and-forth communication.
  • Reviewers mention that Calendly's implementation process is quick and straightforward, with many users noting how it has transformed their scheduling practices. The ability to add buffer times between meetings is a standout feature that helps prevent scheduling conflicts, enhancing overall productivity.
  • According to verified reviews, Doodle shines in its collaborative capabilities, allowing users to gather input from various participants easily. This makes it a great choice for teams that frequently need to coordinate schedules, although some users feel it lacks the advanced features found in Calendly.
  • Users highlight that Calendly's support quality is commendable, with many praising the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. This contrasts with Doodle, where some users have expressed a desire for improved support options, indicating a potential area for growth.
  • G2 reviewers note that while both tools offer free versions, Calendly's overall functionality and user satisfaction ratings are significantly higher. Users appreciate the comprehensive features available even in the free tier, which contributes to its strong reputation among small businesses looking for effective scheduling solutions.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Calendly
Free
Free
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Doodle
Free
Free
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Free Trial
Calendly
Free Trial is available
Doodle
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.2
1,973
9.2
1,842
Ease of Use
9.4
2,002
9.1
1,853
Ease of Setup
9.1
861
8.9
627
Ease of Admin
9.1
677
9.0
618
Quality of Support
9.0
1,283
8.7
1,062
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
623
9.1
479
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
1,897
7.4
1,770
Features by Category
9.0
607
Not enough data
Platform Basics
9.0
415
Not enough data
9.4
477
Not enough data
Platform Content
9.2
468
Not enough data
9.3
466
Not enough data
8.9
410
Not enough data
9.6
434
Not enough data
9.2
474
Not enough data
Platform Performance
8.6
302
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Platform
8.8
363
Not enough data
8.6
290
Not enough data
8.7
261
Not enough data
8.9
323
Not enough data
9.3
371
Not enough data
9.3
319
Not enough data
8.3
256
Not enough data
8.9
297
Not enough data
Lead-to-Account Matching and RoutingHide 15 FeaturesShow 15 Features
8.4
44
Not enough data
Matching
9.0
37
Not enough data
7.8
22
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Routing
8.6
34
Not enough data
8.3
33
Not enough data
8.3
32
Not enough data
9.0
37
Not enough data
Platform Operations
8.4
31
Not enough data
8.0
32
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.0
18
Not enough data
8.2
32
Not enough data
8.5
37
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
9.3
9
Survey Management
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.2
8
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Survey Customization
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Survey Insights
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.3
7
Not enough data
9.5
7
Agentic AI - Survey
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
8.4
282
Not enough data
Calendar View
8.9
222
Not enough data
8.9
225
Not enough data
Shared Calendar
9.1
229
Not enough data
8.9
229
Not enough data
Accessibility
8.5
212
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Integration
9.1
231
Not enough data
8.6
217
Not enough data
8.8
226
Not enough data
Notifications
9.0
230
Not enough data
8.4
208
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.5
154
Not enough data
7.5
152
Not enough data
7.4
152
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Calendar
7.6
9
Not enough data
Online Appointment SchedulingHide 21 FeaturesShow 21 Features
8.1
658
9.3
13
Notifications
9.3
579
9.8
7
9.0
518
9.4
6
9.4
584
9.0
10
Settings
9.2
584
9.2
10
9.3
594
9.7
11
9.1
579
9.5
7
Personalization
8.5
515
9.0
7
9.2
548
9.3
7
Integrations
9.0
523
9.0
8
9.0
449
Feature Not Available
8.0
337
9.4
6
8.7
453
9.0
7
8.9
472
Feature Not Available
Generative AI
7.2
201
Not enough data
7.0
202
Feature Not Available
6.7
198
Feature Not Available
6.6
194
Feature Not Available
6.6
194
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Online Appointment Scheduling
6.9
16
Feature Not Available
6.9
16
Feature Not Available
6.6
16
Feature Not Available
8.6
610
Not enough data
Integrations
8.1
359
Not enough data
9.2
507
Feature Not Available
9.1
489
Not enough data
8.6
405
Not enough data
7.7
346
Feature Not Available
Branding & Customizatio
9.0
498
Not enough data
9.2
494
Not enough data
8.7
407
Feature Not Available
Automatic Rules & Configurations
9.3
538
Not enough data
9.1
496
Not enough data
9.1
486
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Business Scheduling
7.0
29
Feature Not Available
7.4
29
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Appointment ReminderHide 6 FeaturesShow 6 Features
Not enough data
9.4
55
Features
Not enough data
9.4
51
Not enough data
9.0
46
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.3
51
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
9.5
49
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Calendly
Calendly
Doodle
Doodle
Calendly and Doodle are categorized as Business Scheduling and Online Appointment Scheduling
Unique Categories
Doodle
Doodle is categorized as Appointment Reminder and Survey
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Calendly
Calendly
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
61.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
29.0%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
9.9%
Doodle
Doodle
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
42.1%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
28.4%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
29.5%
Reviewers' Industry
Calendly
Calendly
Computer Software
12.1%
Information Technology and Services
8.9%
Marketing and Advertising
8.3%
Financial Services
6.3%
Education Management
5.8%
Other
58.6%
Doodle
Doodle
Education Management
16.7%
Higher Education
12.1%
Non-Profit Organization Management
9.0%
Research
4.9%
Hospital & Health Care
4.9%
Other
52.4%
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Discussions
Calendly
Calendly Discussions
Can a candidate recommend times?
3 Comments
Vanessa R.
VR
No, but they can choose from any time you have made available for the meeting type.Read more
How do you use Calendly to save time and increase your earning potential?
3 Comments
Lee W.
LW
It is so easy for the client to choose the time to suit them and check my availability easily - works like a dream.Read more
How do you use Calendly free?
3 Comments
Lauren F.
LF
As with most subscription service platforms, there's a free level, but it's pretty limited in features/functionality. It is a good way to test out the...Read more
Doodle
Doodle Discussions
Has a mobile/cell phone friendly version of Doodle been created?
4 Comments
Eric G.
EG
Yes. And the app is very easy to useRead more
What ways are others choosing to use Doodle for personal and business use?
3 Comments
Eric G.
EG
I use it with classes I teach to poll students on which topics they’d like to see us coverRead more
What is Doodle software?
1 Comment
Allen G.
AG
Group "poll" scheduling software. It has sort of slacked off in recent years. I am somewhat disappointed.Read more