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Microsoft Bookings alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Microsoft Bookings: limited branding and booking-page customisation, and few integrations outside the Microsoft ecosystem. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Microsoft Bookings, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Calendly currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Calendly logoCalendlyFree plan + paidNoWeb, iOS, Android +15 of 566.5
2Zoho Bookings logoZoho BookingsFree plan + paidNoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 462.6
3Cal.com logoCal.comOpen sourceYesWeb, iOS, Android +25 of 557.2
4Google Calendar logoGoogle CalendarFree plan + paidNoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 447.8
  1. Calendly logo

    1. CalendlyTop pick

    Best for: Sales, recruiting and client-facing teams that want the most familiar booking experience

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Microsoft Bookings

    Far more booking options and integrations, and it still connects to Outlook calendars.

    Pros

    • Invitees already know how it works, so bookings convert well
    • Round-robin, routing forms and CRM sync for teams
    • Large integration catalogue and solid mobile apps

    Cons

    • Free plan allows only one event type and one calendar
    • Per-seat pricing adds up quickly for larger teams
    • Enterprise features start at an annual contract minimum
    Visit Calendly Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Calendly a good Microsoft Bookings alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, one event type and one calendar
    Checked Oct 25, 2026calendly.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $10 per seat/month, billed yearly (Standard)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026calendly.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Teams plan
    $16 per seat/month, billed yearly
    Checked Oct 25, 2026calendly.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Enterprise
    From $15k per year, 50 seats minimum
    Checked Oct 25, 2026calendly.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Integrations
    150+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026calendly.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Zoho Bookings logo

    2. Zoho Bookings

    Best for: Small and mid-sized businesses, especially those already using Zoho apps

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Microsoft Bookings

    Cheap standalone scheduler with routing forms if you aren't tied to Microsoft.

    Pros

    • Low per-user price compared with most rivals
    • Routing forms and several distribution algorithms
    • Native links to Zoho CRM and other Zoho apps

    Cons

    • Free plan is limited to one user
    • Busy interface typical of Zoho products
    • Some features sold as workspace add-ons
    Visit Zoho Bookings Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Zoho Bookings a good Microsoft Bookings alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, forever free for solo users
    Checked Oct 25, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    US$6 per user/month, billed yearly (Basic)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium plan
    US$9 per user/month, billed yearly
    Checked Oct 25, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Customers
    29,000+ businesses
    Checked Oct 25, 2026zoho.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Cal.com logo

    3. Cal.com

    Best for: Individuals who want a free Calendly-class tool, and teams that want to self-host or embed scheduling

    Open sourceSelf-hostableWeb, iOS, Android, Browser extension, Self-hosted

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Microsoft Bookings

    Free for individuals, open source, and works with Outlook calendars.

    Pros

    • Free plan has unlimited event types and calendars
    • Source code is public and the app can be self-hosted
    • API and embeddable components for building scheduling into products

    Cons

    • Many settings, so setup takes longer than simpler tools
    • Self-hosting requires running cron jobs and handling upgrades
    • Team features such as round-robin need a paid plan
    Visit Cal.com Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Cal.com a good Microsoft Bookings alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, 1 user with unlimited event types
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cal.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Teams plan
    $12 per user/month, billed yearly
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cal.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Organizations plan
    $28 per user/month, billed yearly
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cal.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    14 days on paid plans
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cal.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Self-hosting
    Yes, with Docker
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cal.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Google Calendar logo

    4. Google Calendar

    Best for: Anyone on Gmail or Google Workspace who wants a reliable free shared calendar

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    47.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Microsoft Bookings

    Google Workspace's equivalent, with appointment pages built into the calendar.

    Pros

    • Free, fast sync across web, Android and iOS
    • Easy sharing and invitations with Meet links
    • Built-in appointment booking page

    Cons

    • No official desktop app for Windows or Mac
    • Not end-to-end encrypted
    • Fuller booking features need a paid plan
    Visit Google Calendar Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.338
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Google Calendar a good Microsoft Bookings alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Platforms
    Web, Android, iOS, Wear OS, Apple Watch
    Checked Oct 25, 2026workspace.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free booking page
    One, with a personal Google account
    Checked Oct 25, 2026workspace.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium appointment scheduling
    Certain Google One and Workspace plans
    Checked Oct 25, 2026workspace.google.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Multiple calendars
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026workspace.google.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Microsoft Bookings alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Calendly logo

Best Microsoft Bookings alternative for most people

Calendly

Far more booking options and integrations, and it still connects to Outlook calendars.

Cal.com logo

Best Microsoft Bookings alternative for a free option

Cal.com

Free for individuals, open source, and works with Outlook calendars.

Zoho Bookings logo

Best Microsoft Bookings alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Zoho Bookings

Cheap standalone scheduler with routing forms if you aren't tied to Microsoft.

Cal.com logo

Best Microsoft Bookings alternative for open source

Cal.com

Free for individuals, open source, and works with Outlook calendars.

Cal.com logo

Best Microsoft Bookings alternative for self-hosting

Cal.com

Free for individuals, open source, and works with Outlook calendars.

Google Calendar logo

Best Microsoft Bookings alternative for iPhone and Android

Google Calendar

Google Workspace's equivalent, with appointment pages built into the calendar.

OnceHub logo

Best Microsoft Bookings alternative for working in the browser

OnceHub

Advanced routing and compliance features while still syncing with Microsoft 365.

Microsoft Bookings alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Microsoft Bookings?

Calendly ranks first right now. Far more booking options and integrations, and it still connects to Outlook calendars. Zoho Bookings and OnceHub follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Microsoft Bookings?

Yes. Calendly (free plan + paid), Zoho Bookings (free plan + paid), OnceHub (free plan + paid) and Cal.com (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Microsoft Bookings?

Yes: Cal.com. Cal.com can also be self-hosted.

Why do people switch from Microsoft Bookings?

The complaints we hear most: limited branding and booking-page customisation; few integrations outside the Microsoft ecosystem; requires a qualifying Microsoft 365 subscription.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Microsoft Bookings, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.