Microsoft Bookings alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data
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.
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Best Microsoft Bookings alternative for most people
CalendlyFar more booking options and integrations, and it still connects to Outlook calendars.
Best Microsoft Bookings alternative for a free option
Cal.comFree for individuals, open source, and works with Outlook calendars.
Best Microsoft Bookings alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
Zoho BookingsCheap standalone scheduler with routing forms if you aren't tied to Microsoft.
Best Microsoft Bookings alternative for open source
Cal.comFree for individuals, open source, and works with Outlook calendars.
Best Microsoft Bookings alternative for self-hosting
Cal.comFree for individuals, open source, and works with Outlook calendars.
Best Microsoft Bookings alternative for iPhone and Android
Google CalendarGoogle Workspace's equivalent, with appointment pages built into the calendar.
Best Microsoft Bookings alternative for working in the browser
OnceHubAdvanced 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.