Cal.com vs Calendly
Self-host swap-in for Calendly. · Self-host Calendly · Cal.com on os-alt
Cal.com is one of the open-source self-host replacements for Calendly — license AGPL-3.0, 20min docker-compose to stand up, and $5-10 vps — postgres + next. Compare against Calendly's Free for 1 event type; $12/seat/mo for Standard below.
| Cal.comopen-source | Calendlypaid SaaS | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Scheduling / booking links | Scheduling / booking links |
| License / pricing | AGPL-3.0 | Free for 1 event type; $12/seat/mo for Standard |
| Starting price | $0 self-host | $12/user/mo |
| GitHub | calcom/cal.com | closed source |
| Setup time | 20min docker-compose | SaaS — sign up + bill |
| Monthly cost | $5-10 VPS — Postgres + Next.js app. | from $12/user/mo (Free for 1 event type; $12/seat/mo for Standard) |
Switching from Calendly to Cal.com
Calendly → Account → Settings → Export availability/event-types (CSV). In Cal.com, recreate event types via the import wizard or Cal API; calendar connections (Google/Microsoft) get re-OAuthed once.
Full step-by-step migration guide →
- Good fit for
- Teams who want a Calendly clone they fully control, including the booking page branding.
- Weak at
- Workflow automations are a thinner subset of Calendly's.
Other open-source self-host alternatives to Calendly
In a terminal? npx os-alt calendly prints Calendly's self-host options —
how the CLI works →
FAQ
Is Cal.com a free alternative to Calendly?
Yes — Cal.com is open source under AGPL-3.0. Self-host cost: $5-10 VPS — Postgres + Next.js app.. Calendly starts at $12/user/mo (Free for 1 event type; $12/seat/mo for Standard).
How long does Cal.com take to set up vs Calendly?
Self-hosting Cal.com: 20min docker-compose. Calendly is a hosted SaaS — sign up and you're in.
What is Cal.com good at, and what is it weak at?
Good fit for: Teams who want a Calendly clone they fully control, including the booking page branding.. Weak at: Workflow automations are a thinner subset of Calendly's..