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At a Glance
Calendly
Calendly
Star Rating
(2,289)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (60.7% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
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Chili Piper
Chili Piper
Star Rating
(687)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (61.4% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$15.00 1 User Per Month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Calendly excels in its Ease of Setup with a score of 9.1, making it a preferred choice for small businesses looking for a quick implementation. In contrast, Chili Piper's score of 8.0 indicates a more complex setup process, which may require additional time and resources.
  • Reviewers mention that Chili Piper shines in Integrations, particularly with MS Teams and Zoom, scoring 9.5 and 9.6 respectively. Users on G2 appreciate these seamless integrations, which enhance their scheduling experience, while Calendly's scores of 8.3 and 9.2 in the same categories suggest it may not be as robust in this area.
  • G2 users highlight the superior Quality of Support from Chili Piper, with a score of 9.4 compared to Calendly's 9.1. Reviewers say that Chili Piper's support team is more responsive and helpful, which can be crucial for businesses that rely heavily on scheduling tools.
  • Users say that both platforms offer strong Customizable Viewing options, but Chili Piper edges out with a score of 9.2 compared to Calendly's 8.8. Reviewers mention that the ability to tailor the calendar view to their specific needs enhances their user experience significantly.
  • Reviewers mention that Calendly's Free Entry Level Price is a significant advantage for small businesses, allowing them to access essential features without any cost. In contrast, Chili Piper's entry-level price starts at $15.00, which may deter budget-conscious users.
  • Users on G2 report that both products perform well in Appointment Follow-Up, but Chili Piper's score of 9.3 slightly surpasses Calendly's 9.1. Reviewers appreciate the effectiveness of follow-up notifications in keeping their clients engaged and informed.
Featured Products
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Calendly
Free
Free
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Chili Piper
Instant Booker
$15.00
1 User Per Month
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Free Trial
Calendly
Free Trial is available
Chili Piper
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.3
1,780
9.3
436
Ease of Use
9.4
1,803
9.0
439
Ease of Setup
9.1
674
8.0
143
Ease of Admin
9.1
597
8.2
146
Quality of Support
9.1
1,135
9.3
397
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
545
8.9
144
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
1,709
9.1
372
Features by Category
9.0
5,253
Not enough data
Platform Basics
9.0
377
Not enough data
9.4
441
Not enough data
Platform Content
9.3
426
Not enough data
9.3
426
Not enough data
8.9
375
Not enough data
9.6
398
Not enough data
9.2
438
Not enough data
Platform Performance
8.6
269
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Platform
8.8
310
Not enough data
8.6
242
Not enough data
8.7
218
Not enough data
8.9
276
Not enough data
9.4
321
Not enough data
9.3
274
Not enough data
8.3
209
Not enough data
8.9
253
Not enough data
Lead-to-Account Matching and RoutingHide 13 FeaturesShow 13 Features
8.6
222
9.0
1,406
Matching
9.2
27
9.0
117
Feature Not Available
9.0
103
Feature Not Available
8.7
96
Routing
8.7
24
9.2
127
8.3
24
8.9
104
8.4
23
9.0
108
9.1
28
9.2
130
Platform Operations
8.6
22
8.8
97
8.2
23
8.7
97
Feature Not Available
9.0
102
Feature Not Available
8.9
83
8.5
23
8.9
114
8.6
28
9.2
128
8.7
1,851
9.2
1,240
Calendar View
8.8
167
9.1
129
8.8
170
9.2
136
Shared Calendar
9.0
175
9.2
137
8.8
171
9.2
129
Accessibility
8.4
163
9.1
109
8.0
155
9.0
92
Integration
9.0
173
Feature Not Available
8.6
167
9.1
114
8.8
172
9.3
148
Notifications
9.0
178
9.4
139
8.3
160
9.3
107
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Online Appointment SchedulingHide 18 FeaturesShow 18 Features
9.0
5,604
Not enough data
Notifications
9.4
492
Not enough data
9.1
433
Not enough data
9.4
496
Not enough data
Settings
9.2
493
Not enough data
9.3
503
Not enough data
9.1
490
Not enough data
Personalization
8.6
425
Not enough data
9.2
456
Not enough data
Integrations
9.0
429
Not enough data
9.0
362
Not enough data
8.1
257
Not enough data
8.7
371
Not enough data
8.9
397
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.9
3,957
9.4
1,374
Integrations
8.2
270
9.5
86
9.2
404
9.5
144
9.2
384
9.6
129
8.7
308
9.6
97
7.9
260
9.4
141
Branding & Customizatio
9.1
398
9.4
130
9.3
394
9.3
135
8.7
320
9.2
106
Automatic Rules & Configurations
9.4
438
9.5
145
9.2
393
9.5
132
9.1
388
9.2
129
Not enough data
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Calendly
Calendly
Chili Piper
Chili Piper
Calendly and Chili Piper are categorized as Business Scheduling, Lead-to-Account Matching and Routing, and Calendar
Unique Categories
Chili Piper
Chili Piper has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Calendly
Calendly
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
60.7%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
28.9%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
10.4%
Chili Piper
Chili Piper
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
21.9%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
61.4%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
16.7%
Reviewers' Industry
Calendly
Calendly
Computer Software
11.6%
Information Technology and Services
8.7%
Marketing and Advertising
8.0%
Financial Services
6.5%
Education Management
5.8%
Other
59.4%
Chili Piper
Chili Piper
Computer Software
42.0%
Information Technology and Services
12.8%
Marketing and Advertising
6.8%
Financial Services
5.9%
Internet
2.7%
Other
29.9%
Most Helpful Reviews
Calendly
Calendly
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Josh B.
JB
Josh B.
Verified User in Information Technology and Services

Individuals can schedule directly to my calendar without the hassle of going back and forth on e-mail. I also think I get more people to follow through on scheduling with me (in lukewarm situations) because they like the novelty factor of clicking on the...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Computer Software

Availability doesn't apply to all events

Chili Piper
Chili Piper
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Laura C.
LC
Laura C.
Verified User in Internet

We've saved a ton of time using Chili Piper. It allows me to book meetings for myself or for other team members, I can imbed dates and times in the body of the email so I don't have to force my leads to open a new page to access my calendar, and syncs with...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Printing

We were promised, OOTB, the functionality of what was at the time a new feature in development: Distro. This compelled us to initiate the contract, and to go from an in-house solution to leveraging Chili Piper. Heading into renenwal a year later we...

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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
Chili Piper
Chili Piper Discussions
Is video conferencing for meetings included in all packages?
2 comments
Official Response from Chili Piper
Yes! Zoom, GoToMeeting, and other video conferencing is included in all subscriptions. The difference in Concierge Live is that it allows for real-time...Read more
Is there anyway to automatically offer up times based off multiple participants' calendars?
2 comments
Daniel C.
DC
Hey Matt, Chili Piper has this feature. You can create a meeting type that includes multiple people, you could even use suggested times to include...Read more
I have a complex process. How long does it take to setup Chili Piper?
1 comment
Official Response from Chili Piper
Our app installs in a few clicks. To make sure you have the right settings for everyone in your team, it can take an admin, depending on the team size...Read more