The Best Free Alternative to
Doodle, When2meet & Calendly
Looking for a meeting scheduler that's free, modern, and actually easy to use? See how FindMeetingTime compares to the popular options.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | FindMeetingTime | Doodle | When2meet | Calendly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group scheduling polls | ||||
| Free tier (no ads) | ||||
| No account to vote | ||||
| Time zone support | ||||
| Mobile-friendly | ||||
| Email notifications | ||||
| Calendar export | ||||
| Modern UI | Moderate |
Doodle pioneered the meeting poll concept and remains popular for group scheduling. However, the free tier now shows ads, limits features, and pushes users toward paid plans.
Doodle Pros
- Well-known brand
- Calendar integrations
- Mobile apps available
Doodle Cons
- Shows ads on free tier
- Limited polls on free plan
- Can feel cluttered
- Participants often confused by interface
Why Choose FindMeetingTime Instead
- FindMeetingTime is completely free with no ads
- Clean, modern interface that's easy to understand
- No account required for participants to vote
- Unlimited participants on all plans
When2meet is a free, no-frills scheduling tool that's been around for years. It gets the job done but has a dated interface and lacks modern features like email notifications or mobile optimization.
When2meet Pros
- Completely free
- No account required
- Simple drag-to-select interface
When2meet Cons
- Outdated, clunky interface
- Not mobile-friendly
- No email notifications
- No time zone support
- No calendar export
Why Choose FindMeetingTime Instead
- Modern, beautiful interface that works on any device
- Automatic time zone conversion for each participant
- Email notifications when meeting is finalized
- Calendar export (.ics) for easy scheduling
Calendly is designed for booking time on YOUR calendar (like scheduling a sales call or interview slot). It's not designed for finding a time that works for a GROUP of people who all need to coordinate.
Calendly Pros
- Excellent for 1-on-1 scheduling
- Deep calendar integrations
- Professional appearance
- Automated workflows
Calendly Cons
- Not designed for group availability polls
- Expensive for teams
- Overkill for simple coordination
- Requires account setup
Why Choose FindMeetingTime Instead
- Built specifically for GROUP scheduling polls
- Everyone votes on times, not just one person
- Free for the use case it's designed for
- No calendar connection required
LettuceMeet is a newer entrant with a clean interface. It's a decent option but has some limitations around customization and features.
LettuceMeet Pros
- Modern, clean design
- Free to use
- Easy to get started
LettuceMeet Cons
- Limited customization options
- Fewer notification options
- Less mature feature set
Why Choose FindMeetingTime Instead
- More robust notification system
- Account dashboard to manage all your events
- Time zone display for all participants
- Active development with new features
Generic poll tools like Strawpoll or Google Forms can technically be used for scheduling, but they weren't designed for it. You lose features like time display, calendar export, and proper time zone handling.
Strawpoll / Generic Poll Tools Pros
- Very flexible
- Can poll on anything
- Well-known tools
Strawpoll / Generic Poll Tools Cons
- No time-specific features
- No time zone support
- No calendar integration
- Manual work to set up time options
Why Choose FindMeetingTime Instead
- Purpose-built for scheduling
- Visual date/time picker
- Automatic time zone conversion
- Calendar export when finalized
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