TidyCal costs $19 once.
DraftMeet costs nothing.
TidyCal's $19 lifetime deal is genuinely good value — but it still doesn't include one-time booking links or automatic Google Meet. DraftMeet ships both features free, with no one-time payment required.
| Feature | DraftMeet | TidyCal Free | TidyCal $19 |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-time booking links | Free | × Not available | × Not available |
| Automatic Google Meet | Free | × Not available | × Not available |
| Booking analytics | Free | × Not available | Basic |
| Webhooks | Free | × Not available | × Not available |
| REST API | Free | × Not available | × Not available |
| Permanent booking pages | Free | Limited | Free |
| Custom domains | Free | × Not available | Paid add-on |
| Custom questions | Free | × Not available | Paid |
| Google Calendar sync | Free | Free | Free |
| Timezone auto-detect | Free | Free | Free |
* TidyCal offers a limited free plan and a $19 lifetime deal. Custom domains and some features are paid add-ons even on the lifetime plan.
Key Differences
One-Time Links TidyCal Can't Do
TidyCal doesn't offer one-time booking links at any tier — including the $19 lifetime plan. DraftMeet's links expire after a single booking, making them ideal for cold outreach and client proposals where a permanent link would be inappropriate.
Automatic Google Meet
TidyCal integrates with Zoom and Google Meet but does not automatically generate a Google Meet link when a booking is confirmed. DraftMeet auto-creates the Meet link and adds it to both calendars the moment someone books.
Webhooks & API — Free
TidyCal has no webhook or REST API support. DraftMeet includes both free — connect your bookings to Zapier, Make, n8n, or your own backend. Essential for freelancers who automate their client workflows.
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Frequently asked questions
Is DraftMeet better than TidyCal?
For freelancers and consultants who need one-time booking links, automatic Google Meet, webhooks, or a REST API — yes. TidyCal is a solid basic scheduler at a great one-time price. But it lacks several features that DraftMeet includes free, including one-time links, automatic Meet creation, webhooks, and analytics.
Does TidyCal have one-time booking links?
No. TidyCal does not offer one-time booking links on any plan, including the $19 lifetime deal. DraftMeet's one-time links expire after a single booking — a feature built for cold outreach, proposals, and situations where you don't want to share a permanent scheduling URL.
Does TidyCal automatically create Google Meet links?
No. TidyCal can integrate with Google Meet but does not automatically generate a Meet link when a booking is confirmed. DraftMeet auto-creates the Google Meet event, adds it to both parties' calendars, and sends the link in the confirmation email — all automatically.
Is TidyCal's $19 lifetime deal worth it compared to DraftMeet?
If you only need basic scheduling, TidyCal's $19 is reasonable. But DraftMeet is free and ships features TidyCal doesn't have at any price — one-time booking links, automatic Google Meet, webhooks, and a REST API. For most freelancers and solopreneurs, DraftMeet is the stronger long-term choice.
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