Side by side
Howbout vs Merkuro Calendar
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.
Choose Howbout if your group wants a shared calendar that combines availability, event details, plan chats, and reminders. The Free plan covers core coordination, while Howbout+ is for people seeking premium customization and additional planning features. Consider another option if you need a fixed Howbout+ price across countries or platforms.
Visit HowboutMerkuro Calendar combines multiple calendar sources with event views and structured task management. Its open-source licensing and KDE support resources may appeal to users who prefer community-developed software.
Visit Merkuro CalendarThe facts
| Howbout | Merkuro Calendar | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone | Linux, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 4 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | howbout.app | apps.kde.org |
| On calendar apps | #81 of 194 | #85 of 194 |
Howbout: what it does well
- Shows friends’ free, busy, or possibly available status
- Plans include place, time, RSVP details, and reminders
- Plan chats support messages, media, GIFs, and tickets
- Offers Friends, Close Friends, and private sharing choices
- Connects Google Calendar and supports native calendar syncing
What to know first
- Howbout+ prices vary by country and platform
- Howbout+ billing and refunds go through the app stores
- The privacy policy says users must represent that they are at least 13
Merkuro Calendar: what it does well
- Free and open-source
- Supports Nextcloud, Google Calendar, Outlook, and CalDAV
- Month, week, and schedule event views
- Tree-based tasks with filtering
- Linux and Windows availability
What to know first
- Windows build is a nightly installer for testing
- No free trial because it is already free
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