Doodle

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Country: Switzerland (CH)
Founded: 2007
Developer: Doodle AG
Pricing: Freemium
Open source: No
Platforms: Web, iOS, Android

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Overview

Doodle is a web-based scheduling tool that enables users to create polls for finding mutually available times for meetings, events, or appointments, eliminating back-and-forth emails. It targets individuals, teams, and enterprises for coordinating schedules via group polls and calendar syncing. Key differentiators include intuitive poll creation, flexible time slot proposals, and integration with existing calendars for availability checks.²³⁶

Key Features

Group Polls - Create polls with proposed dates and times for participants to vote on the best slot.
Calendar Sync - Integrate with personal calendars to display existing appointments and avoid conflicts.
Customizable Invites - Add event titles, locations, notes, and settings before sending polls to participants.
Mobile Scheduling App - Book and manage meetings on the go via iOS and Android apps.
Appointment Scheduling - Set up booking pages for clients or teams to select available times.
Flexible Time Slots - Propose weekly or monthly views with adjustable time options for group coordination.

Pricing

Plan	Price	Includes
Free	Free	Basic polls, group scheduling, limited features.
Pro	Paid subscription	Advanced features like unlimited polls, calendar integrations, and priority support.

Platforms & Requirements

Doodle operates primarily as a web application accessible via any modern browser without specific minimum requirements. Native apps are available for iOS and Android, enabling mobile poll creation and management. No desktop native apps for macOS, Windows, or Linux; all functionality relies on web or mobile access.¹⁸

Integrations & Ecosystem

Google Calendar
Apple Calendar
Microsoft
Facebook login
Google login

Alternatives

App	Difference
Calendly	Focuses on one-on-one appointment booking with automated reminders, less emphasis on group polls.
When2meet	Free, no-account group polling tool without user logins or advanced integrations.
YouCanBook.me	Personal booking scheduler with payment integration, targeted at service providers.
ScheduleOnce	Enterprise-grade booking with CRM integrations, higher pricing for teams.

Reputation

Doodle is recognized as a reliable, user-friendly tool for quick group scheduling, praised for simplifying coordination without endless emails. Users appreciate its free tier and ease of use for casual and professional events. Criticisms include limited advanced features in the free plan and occasional needs for paid upgrades for heavy use.

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