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# Compare Microsoft Bookings vs Google Calendar

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> Detailed comparison between Microsoft Bookings and Google Calendar. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | Microsoft Bookings | Google Calendar |
| **Overall rating** | 4.4/5 | 4.8/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 161 | 4021 |
| **Starting Price** | US$6.00 | - |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Chat |
| **Training** | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### Microsoft Bookings

Designed for businesses with frequent customer appointments, it is a web and mobile-based platform that helps manage booking details, rescheduling/cancellation processes, calendar invites, and more.

### Google Calendar

Designed for businesses of all sizes, including healthcare, retail, manufacturing, government, technology, marketing, sales and more.

## Key features

### Microsoft Bookings

- Appointment Management
- Appointment Scheduling
- Availability Management
- Calendar Management
- Calendar Sync
- Class Scheduling
- Confirmations/Reminders
- Email Management
- Email Reminders
- Group Scheduling
- Mobile Access
- Online Booking
- Real-Time Notifications
- Real-Time Updates
- Real-time Scheduling
- Recurring Appointments
- Reminders
- Self Service Portal
- Third-Party Integrations

### Google Calendar

- Appointment Management
- Appointment Scheduling
- Availability Management
- Calendar Management
- Calendar Sync
- Class Scheduling
- Confirmations/Reminders
- Email Management
- Email Reminders
- Group Scheduling
- Mobile Access
- Online Booking
- Real-Time Notifications
- Real-Time Updates
- Real-time Scheduling
- Recurring Appointments
- Reminders
- Scheduling
- Self Service Portal
- Third-Party Integrations

## Links

- [View Microsoft Bookings Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/176567/bookings)
- [View Google Calendar Profile](https://www.capterra.ie/software/213340/google-calendar)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.ie/compare/176567/213340/bookings/vs/google-calendar)

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