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2 alternatives · updated Jul 2026

The best Notion Calendar alternatives in 2026

2 tools that do the job Notion Calendar does. Each one is measured against Notion Calendar on price, free plan and our rating, so you can see what you gain by switching.

Shortlist by what you need

Start here if you know why you are leaving Notion Calendar.

  1. Want the closest match?

    AFFiNE

    Most similar to Notion Calendar in what it does, its category and its price.

    Visit (opens AFFiNE in a new tab)

  2. Need a free plan?

    Airtable AI

    Has a free plan, rated 4.4 out of 5.

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At a glance

Green means better than Notion Calendar, red means worse. Prices are starting prices per month.

ToolOur ratingStarts atFree planBest forCompare
Notion CalendarBaseline4.4FreeYesFormerly Cron, a Product Hunt-winning calendar Notion acquired and rebranded
AFFiNE4.2−0.2$8/moYesAn open-source Notion alternative, docs and whiteboard combinedvs Notion Calendar
Airtable AI4.4Same$20/moYesAI added to the database-that-feels-like-a-spreadsheet, since 2012vs Notion Calendar

The alternatives in detail

In order of how closely each one matches Notion Calendar.

  1. AFFiNE

    4.2$8/mo

    vs Notion Calendar−0.2

    An open-source Notion alternative, docs and whiteboard combined.

    • Combined documents, whiteboard, and database in one workspace
    • Fully open-source with self-hosting available
    • Freeform canvas alongside structured document editing

    Genuine open-source alternative to closed note-taking platforms

    Smaller ecosystem and community than Notion's much larger user base

    Visit AFFiNE (opens AFFiNE in a new tab)ReviewCompare with Notion Calendar

  2. Airtable AI

    4.4$20/mo

    vs Notion CalendarSame

    AI added to the database-that-feels-like-a-spreadsheet, since 2012.

    • AI-generated field content and record summarization
    • Built on Airtable's established spreadsheet-database hybrid
    • Workflow automation within existing team structures

    AI features grounded in an established, widely trusted platform

    More records and automation volume require a paid plan

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FAQ

Questions people ask

Is Notion Calendar free?

Notion Calendar has a free plan.

What is the best free alternative to Notion Calendar?

Airtable AI is the highest-rated alternative here with a free plan (4.4 out of 5). Other free options: AFFiNE.

What is the cheapest alternative to Notion Calendar?

Among paid plans, AFFiNE has the lowest starting price (from $8/mo). If you need it free, start with Airtable AI.

How did you pick these alternatives?

We match tools on what they do, their category and their price, using the details in our directory. Ratings come from our reviews and reader reviews.