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Best Fantastical alternatives in 2026

Fantastical is natural-language calendar and task app for Mac and iPhone. These 9 alternatives come from the same rankings, ordered by editorial score. Connected products carry a small, disclosed lift.

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Ranked alternatives

  1. Google Calendar

    Also runs on Web, Android. Works in any browser and on Android and iOS, with sharing and appointment booking included. Events need a Google Account, and there is no installed desktop app, unlike Apple Calendar or Outlook.

    Best for Shared personal and family calendars across devices

    WebiOSAndroidFree plan, paid upgrades

    93.0of 100
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  2. Calendar

    Built into macOS and iOS and syncs iCloud and Google accounts with no extra install. It runs only on Apple devices, and its scheduling tools are simpler than Fantastical's.

    Best for Apple users who want a built-in calendar

    macOSiOSFree

    91.0of 100
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  3. Outlook

    Also runs on Windows, Android, Web. A full mail, calendar and tasks client on Windows and Mac, with delegate access and Copilot help. It is most useful when email also lives in Outlook, and its calendar alone is less focused than Fantastical.

    Best for Email and calendar in one workplace app

    WindowsmacOSiOSAndroidWebFree plan, paid upgrades

    89.0of 100
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  4. Proton Calendar

    Also runs on Android, Windows, Linux. A calendar from the Proton privacy suite, with apps on six systems and a free account. It has fewer third-party integrations than Google Calendar, so it suits people who put privacy first.

    Best for Privacy-focused calendars inside Proton's suite

    iOSAndroidmacOSWindowsLinuxWebFree plan, paid upgrades

    85.5of 100
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  5. BusyCal

    Is a one-time purchase. A Mac-first calendar with tasks, sticky notes and a year planner, sold as a one-time license after a free trial. It runs on fewer platforms than Apple Calendar or Google Calendar, and it costs money after the 14-day trial.

    Best for Mac users who want tasks and a planner inside the calendar

    macOSiOS, iPadOSOne-time purchase

    83.5of 100
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  6. Morgen

    Also runs on Windows, Linux, Web. Places tasks and events on one timeline, with AI suggestions, on Windows, Mac, Linux and the web. Pricing starts after a 14-day trial with no free plan listed, so a plain calendar is cheaper to start with.

    Best for Daily planning that combines tasks with calendars

    WindowsmacOSLinuxWebSubscription

    79.0of 100
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  7. Notion Calendar

    Also runs on Windows, Android. A free calendar that puts Google Calendar events next to Notion pages and databases on desktop and phones. It is the pick for Notion users, and it adds less to the calendar than the dedicated apps above.

    Best for Calendar for people who plan work in Notion

    macOSWindowsiOSAndroidFree

    78.0of 100
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  8. Teamup

    Also runs on Web, Android. Teamup is a shared calendar for teams, with a free plan for up to five users, 12 views and nine access levels. It suits shared schedules more than personal planning, so it ranks below Google Calendar and Fantastical.

    Best for Shared schedules for teams and resource bookings

    WebiOSAndroidFree plan, paid upgrades

    74.5of 100
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  9. Zoho Calendar

    Also runs on Web, Android. A browser calendar from Zoho with mobile apps, event invitations and resource booking. It is free for individuals and teams, but it is plainer than the native apps in this list and suits browser-first teams.

    Best for Browser-based team calendars with room booking

    WebiOSAndroidFree

    72.5of 100
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About Fantastical alternatives

What is the best alternative to Fantastical?
On listme.name the highest-scored alternative is Google Calendar, followed by Calendar. The right choice depends on price, platform and whether you need open source.
Is there a free alternative to Fantastical?
Yes. Free options include Google Calendar, Calendar, Outlook.

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