Compare Calendly and Fantastical 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (60.7% of reviews)
Small-Business (66.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
No pricing available
Calendly
Star Rating
(2,289)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (60.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansFantastical
Star Rating
(16)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (66.7% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Calendly excels in its Booking feature, with a score of 9.6, making it easy to schedule appointments without back-and-forth emails. In contrast, Fantastical's booking capabilities are less emphasized, leading to a less streamlined experience.
- Reviewers mention that Calendly's Multi-Calendar Integration is rated at 9.0, allowing users to manage multiple calendars seamlessly. Fantastical, while offering good calendar management, scores slightly lower at 8.6, which may affect users who rely on integrating various calendars.
- G2 users highlight that Calendly's Custom Booking Page feature, rated at 9.1, allows for significant personalization, enhancing user experience. Fantastical's customization options are more limited, with a score of 8.7, which may not meet the needs of users looking for extensive branding options.
- Users on G2 report that Calendly's Quality of Support is rated at 9.1, indicating a strong support system for users. In comparison, Fantastical's support is rated lower at 8.8, which could be a concern for users needing assistance.
- Reviewers say that Calendly's Notifications feature, particularly Confirmations & Reminders, scores 9.4, ensuring users stay informed about their appointments. Fantastical's notifications are rated lower, which may lead to missed appointments or less effective communication.
- Users report that Calendly's Integrations with platforms like Zoom and Google Meet are rated at 9.2, making it a versatile choice for users who rely on video conferencing. Fantastical, while offering some integrations, does not match the breadth and depth of Calendly's options.
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Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Calendly
Free
Free
For individuals started out with basic scheduling
- One event type
- Connect one calendar and basic integrations
- Customizable booking links and page branding
Fantastical
No pricing availableFree Trial
Calendly
Free Trial is available
Fantastical
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.3
1,780
9.5
13
Ease of Use
9.4
1,804
9.7
13
Ease of Setup
9.1
675
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
9.1
597
Not enough data
Quality of Support
9.1
1,135
8.8
7
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
545
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
8.8
1,709
7.3
13
Features by Category
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
Matching
9.2
27
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Routing
8.7
24
Not enough data
8.3
24
Not enough data
8.4
23
Not enough data
9.1
28
Not enough data
Platform Operations
8.6
22
Not enough data
8.2
23
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.5
23
Not enough data
8.6
28
Not enough data
Calendar View
8.8
167
7.7
5
8.8
170
7.2
6
Shared Calendar
9.0
175
Not enough data
8.8
171
8.6
6
Accessibility
8.4
163
Not enough data
8.0
155
Not enough data
Integration
9.0
173
9.7
6
8.6
167
Not enough data
8.8
172
Not enough data
Notifications
9.0
178
Not enough data
8.3
160
Not enough data
Generative AI
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
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
Integrations
8.2
270
Not enough data
9.2
404
Not enough data
9.2
384
Not enough data
8.7
308
Not enough data
7.9
260
Not enough data
Branding & Customizatio
9.1
398
Not enough data
9.3
394
Not enough data
8.7
320
Not enough data
Automatic Rules & Configurations
9.4
438
Not enough data
9.2
393
Not enough data
9.1
388
Not enough data
Generative AI
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Calendly and Fantastical are categorized as Calendar
Unique Categories
Calendly is categorized as Business Scheduling, Lead-to-Account Matching and Routing, Interview Scheduling, and Online Appointment Scheduling
Fantastical has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Calendly
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Fantastical
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
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%
Marketing and Advertising
13.3%
Information Technology and Services
13.3%
Hospital & Health Care
13.3%
Research
6.7%
Public Policy
6.7%
Other
46.7%
Most Helpful Reviews
Calendly
Most Helpful Favorable Review
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 in Computer Software
Availability doesn't apply to all events
Fantastical
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Public Policy
It is super easy to use. It's hard to explain to folks who have basic calendar needs, but my calendar is very busy. It allows you to use plain english to add items to the calendar and the interface is great. It's much better than iCal.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Higher Education
Nothing except the ridiculour price increase of almost double.
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...
Verified User in Public Policy
It is super easy to use. It's hard to explain to folks who have basic calendar needs, but my calendar is very busy. It allows you to use plain english to add items to the calendar and the interface is great. It's much better than iCal.
Verified User in Computer Software
Availability doesn't apply to all events
Verified User in Higher Education
Nothing except the ridiculour price increase of almost double.
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Discussions
Can a candidate recommend times?
3 comments
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
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
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
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