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Radicale vs renCal
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 AndroidAPILinux+4
Radicale provides a free, self-hosted way to share calendar, task, and contact data. Its client compatibility, file-based storage, and access controls suit users comfortable managing their own server.
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renCal combines local file storage, broad calendar synchronization, keyboard controls, and offline operation at no cost. Reminder behavior depends on the package, and there is no mobile application.
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| Radicale | renCal | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | radicale.org | rencal.org |
| On calendar apps | #75 of 194 | #71 of 194 |
Radicale: what it does well
- Free plan with GPLv3 license
- Two-way calendar synchronization
- Supports calendars, tasks, contacts, and journals
- TLS and authorization policies available
- Runs on Linux, macOS, Windows, and *BSD
What to know first
- Provides no interface for working with the server
- Self-hosted deployment is required
- Connection and file-size limits apply
renCal: what it does well
- Free and open-source with no subscriptions
- Two-way syncs with major calendar and CalDAV providers
- Stores events as standard local .ics files
- Supports offline work and later synchronization
- Offers natural-language event entry
What to know first
- No mobile apps are provided
- AppImage and macOS need renCal running for reminders
- Some provider support depends on plugins
- Support uses public GitHub issues
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