Comparison
with competitors.
Detailed comparison of LockMyCal with Calendly, Cal.com, SavvyCal, Acuity Scheduling, and TidyCal. Data ownership, self-hosting, automations, and fair pricing.
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Who would you like to compare LockMyCal with?
Select a platform to review a side-by-side comparison of features, privacy, and technical capabilities.
Why Switch from Calendly to LockMyCal?
Key experiences and reasons why professionals and teams leave Calendly’s closed platform.
LockMyCal vs. Calendly Feature Matrix
In-depth architectural and functional comparison of scheduling options, integrations, and running costs.
| Features & Parameters | LockMyCal | Calendly |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Free Plan Booking availability and features in the free version |
Fully Usable (unlimited bookings) | Severely Limited (1 meeting type only) |
| 2. Automations & Webhooks Reminders, follow-ups, and connectivity with n8n/Zapier |
Free self-host, Cloud Pro (unlimited webhooks) | From Standard plan only ($10+/mo) |
| 3. Data Privacy & GDPR Storing contacts and meetings without third-party trackers |
100% Data Sovereignty | Third-party cloud |
| 4. Self-Hosting Option Run on your own server or in Docker |
Full Support (Docker / VPS) | None (closed SaaS only) |
| 5. Team Pricing Costs when collaborating across team members |
Flat rate, not per user | Multiplier fee per user |
| 6. Multi-Calendar Sync Connect Google, Outlook, CalDAV, and Apple simultaneously |
Unlimited self-host (Cloud 2 Free / 6 Pro) | Omezeno na 1–6 dle tarifu |
| 7. Custom Colors, Logo & URL Branding the booking experience to your identity |
Custom colors (logo & custom URL in Pro) | From Standard plan |
| 8. Unlimited Meeting Types 1-on-1, group meetings and webinars (Pro), hidden, and secret links |
All types without limits | Only 1 type in free tier |
| 9. Direct Stripe Payments (0% fee) Charge upfront without extra platform fees |
0% commission (Free self-host / Cloud Pro) | Requires paid plan |
PRICING OVERVIEW
Comparison of pricing models
Why pay hundreds of dollars a month for a meeting scheduler? Take a look at a real comparison of the total costs.
| Platform | Free plan | Pro Plan (1 user) | Team (5 users) | Self-Hosting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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LockMyCal
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Free (unlimited meetings, 2 calendars) |
$0 / mo (self-host) or $9 / mo cloud Pro |
Coming soon |
Free (Docker / VPS) |
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Calendly
|
Limited to 1 meeting type |
approx. $8–$10 / mo |
approx. $64–$80 / mo |
Not supported |
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Cal.com
|
Unlimited types and calendars |
Free (1 user) |
approx. $60–$75 / mo |
Complex / Enterprise |
|
SavvyCal
|
Trial version only |
approx. $10–$17 / mo |
approx. $50–$85 / mo |
Not supported |
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Acuity Scheduling
|
No Free plan |
approx. $16–$20 / mo |
approx. $27–$61 / mo |
Not supported |
|
TidyCal
|
1 calendar, no video integrations |
$29 one-time |
Only with the Agency license |
Not supported |
What you gain by switching to LockMyCal
Seamless transition, maximum independence, and substantial savings in both time and subscription costs.
How to switch to LockMyCal in 3 steps
Connect your calendars
Link Google Calendar, Outlook, Microsoft 365, Exchange, Apple, or CalDAV. LockMyCal instantly syncs your real-time availability.
Configure meeting types
Choose appointment durations, locations (in-person, phone, video), custom question fields, and optional Stripe booking fees.
Share your new link
Paste your fresh scheduling link into email signatures, your website, or social profiles. Cancel your old expensive subscription with confidence.
Frequently asked questions about the comparison
Answers to the most frequent questions about migration, calendar synchronization, security and licenses.
Can I use LockMyCal with my existing Google or Outlook calendar?
Yes, of course. LockMyCal supports two-way real-time synchronization with Google Calendar, Microsoft 365, Outlook, Microsoft Exchange, Apple Calendar and any CalDAV server. Events are written instantly and when a collision occurs, the slot is blocked automatically.
What is the main difference compared to Calendly from the privacy point of view?
Calendly is a closed third-party cloud service that stores all data about your clients on its servers. You can run LockMyCal on your own infrastructure in the EU or in a Docker container, so nobody else has access to your meetings and contacts.
How demanding is running LockMyCal on your own server (Self-Hosting)?
LockMyCal is designed with an emphasis on maximum efficiency. A single Docker command or an integration into platforms such as Cloudron or Railway is enough to start it. It requires only minimal system resources (500 MB of RAM, 1 GB recommended) and works on any common VPS.
Does LockMyCal support automation and connections to other tools?
Yes. LockMyCal includes full-featured webhooks that send events when a meeting is created, changed or cancelled. You can easily connect them to n8n, Make or your own backend system – free when self-hosting, and in the cloud they are part of the Pro plan.
Can the booking form be embedded directly into my website?
Yes, LockMyCal offers a responsive embed widget (inline, popup or a floating button) for embedding on any website using a universal code. The look of the form also adapts automatically to your colors.
Get started with LockMyCal
today.
Create an account, connect your calendar, and you are ready: modern scheduling with real-time sync and total control over your time.