Cal.com vs ClickUp

Detailed comparison to help you choose the right tool for your needs

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Cal.com

Open-source scheduling infrastructure for everyone

4.5
Editorial Rating
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ClickUp

One app to replace them all

4.7
Editorial Rating

Quick Comparison

Rating

4.5
vs
4.7

Starting Price

Free
vs
Free

Pricing Model

freemium
vs
freemium
Feature
Cal.com
ClickUp
Unlimited event types
Calendar integrations
API access
Self-hosting option
Team scheduling
Embed widgets
Unlimited tasks
Docs & wikis
Whiteboards
Time tracking
Goals
ClickUp AI

Cal.com Pros

  • Fully open-source with self-hosting option
  • No booking limits on free plan
  • Deep API and webhook support
  • Active community and rapid development

Cal.com Cons

  • Self-hosted setup requires technical knowledge
  • Fewer native integrations than Calendly
  • UI less polished than commercial alternatives

ClickUp Pros

  • Best free plan in category (unlimited users & tasks)
  • Massive feature set covering tasks, docs, whiteboards
  • Excellent value at $7/mo Unlimited tier
  • Frequent updates and active development
  • Highly customizable views and workflows

ClickUp Cons

  • Feature overload leads to choice paralysis
  • Bugs and performance issues are frequently reported
  • Steep learning curve with too many options
  • Support can be slow to resolve reported bugs
  • Can feel unstable during rapid feature rollouts

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