Side by side
Alfie vs Plandera
Both stand on calendar apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
Alfie brings household calendars into one browser-based schedule with two-way connections and controlled sharing. Its free access and child profiles are useful, while mobile users must wait for planned apps.
Visit Alfie Free plan Self-hostedWeb
Plandera combines calendars, tasks, project organization, and encrypted self-hosting. It is a practical fit for personal infrastructure, while organizations should check the licensing and business offering.
Visit PlanderaThe facts
| Alfie | Plandera | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | alfie.family | plandera.com |
| On calendar apps | #122 of 194 | #118 of 194 |
Alfie: what it does well
- Free plan includes the assistant
- Two-way sync for connected accounts
- Supports major calendar services and CalDAV
- Selective calendar visibility controls
- Managed child profiles without accounts
What to know first
- Public ICS links are read-only
- Native iOS and Android apps are unreleased
- Paid plans or usage packs may be introduced
- Adults must meet account age requirements
Plandera: what it does well
- Open-source self-hosted deployment
- Client-side encryption with zero-knowledge architecture
- Recurring events and smart task scheduling
- Real-time updates across devices
- Docker Compose deployment
What to know first
- License limits the product to personal self-hosting
- Self-hosted plan lists community support
- Business subscription is separate
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