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Merkuro Calendar (formerly Kalendar) vs Samsung 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.
Free plan LinuxWindows
Merkuro Calendar combines multi-source calendars with structured task management in a free KDE application. Stable packages are available through listed Linux channels, while Windows nightly builds are intended for testing.
Visit Merkuro Calendar (formerly Kalendar) Free plan Android
Choose Samsung Calendar if you use Android and want event management, multiple calendar views, and calendar sharing with other Galaxy users. Look elsewhere if you need a platform beyond Android or sharing with people outside the stated Galaxy-user group.
Visit Samsung CalendarThe facts
| Merkuro Calendar (formerly Kalendar) | Samsung Calendar | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Windows | Android |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Samsung Calendar |
| Website | apps.kde.org | samsung.com |
| On calendar apps | #85 of 198 | #54 of 198 |
Merkuro Calendar (formerly Kalendar): what it does well
- Supports Nextcloud, Google Calendar, Outlook, and CalDAV
- Month, week, and schedule event views
- Tasks include subtasks, tree view, and filters
- GPL-3.0-or-later licensed free software
- Linux and Windows availability
What to know first
- Nightly installers are labeled unstable
- Third-party distributors may alter privacy behavior
- No free trial is offered because it is free software
Samsung Calendar: what it does well
- Combines Google and Outlook calendars in one place.
- Offers year, month, week, day, and task views.
- Supports recurring events and selected time zones.
- Provides widgets with adjustable transparency.
- Calendar sharing is available with other Galaxy users.
What to know first
- Available on Android only.
- Calendar and Notifications permissions are required.
- Calendar sharing is for other Galaxy users.
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