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A convenient calendar management software for Apple users.
May 26, 2022

A convenient calendar management software for Apple users.

Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 6 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Overall Satisfaction with Apple iCloud Calendar (iCal)

For Apple users, iCal is usually the go-to calendar management software as it's an easy and accessible option since it's already installed on all devices. I consider it a very basic calendar software, it doesn't have as many features, but it's straightforward and the nicest feature is that it seamlessly updates across all devices logged into your iCloud account. It's an effortless way to keep your calendar online/in the cloud, manage schedules, create different calendars (work, personal, family, etc) and keep all updated across devices. An easy way to keep yourself and your team/family organized.
  • Up-to-date calendar across all devices
  • Clean layout
  • User friendly and intuitive software
  • Easy to subscribe to different holiday calendars
  • Quick to add new event
  • Layout seems out of date
  • Features for calendar sharing across organization are basic
  • Third-party integration (ex. Zoom)
  • Keeps everyone organized and on top of their schedule
I consider iCal a very basic software when compared to the Google Calendar. The Google Calendar offers more advanced features and is easy to integrate with other software, I've found. Its layout is more up-to-date and it seems to make things easier. I find it's also best when managing different calendars, having access to different calendars and viewing colleagues' calendars.

Do you think Apple iCloud Calendar (iCal) delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with Apple iCloud Calendar (iCal)'s feature set?

No

Did Apple iCloud Calendar (iCal) live up to sales and marketing promises?

I wasn't involved with the selection/purchase process

Did implementation of Apple iCloud Calendar (iCal) go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy Apple iCloud Calendar (iCal) again?

Yes

Google Calendar, Zoom, Todoist: To-Do List & Task Manager, HoneyBook, Slack, Trello, Google Drive
The iCal is a good calendar software for someone who owns Apple devices and is just looking for something basic to get started. It's an easy way to stay organized and on top of your schedule online, having it all updated across decides. You can add invites from colleagues and keep different calendars all in one place - it has all the basic features. However, if you're looking for a calendar with more complete features, that will allow you to integrate with third-party software, I'd look for an alternative. If I could describe iCal with one word would be convenient, but it's certainly not my go-to calendar management software.