Feature-by-Feature Comparison
An honest look at how WhenWorks and Doodle compare. We highlight where each tool excels.
| Feature | WhenWorks | Doodle |
|---|---|---|
| Free polls | 10/month | 1 active poll |
| Ads on free tier | None | Yes, many ads |
| Sign-up to respond | Not required | Required |
| Time zone support | Yes | Yes |
| Dark mode | Free | Premium only |
| Mobile app | Web app (PWA) | iOS & Android |
| Calendar integration | Pro feature | Premium feature |
| Maybe option | Yes | Yes |
| Email reminders | Pro feature | Premium feature |
| Anonymous voting | Yes | Yes |
| Custom branding | Pro feature | Premium feature |
Pricing Comparison
WhenWorks offers a genuinely useful free tier. Doodle's free version limits you to just one active poll.
Free Tier
- 10 polls per month
- Unlimited participants
- No ads
- Dark mode
- Response editing
- 6-month data retention
- 1 active poll only
- Ads displayed
- Account required to respond
- Basic features
- Limited customization
Paid Tier
- Everything in Free
- Calendar sync
- Remove branding
- Email reminders
- CSV export
- Extended history
- Unlimited polls
- No ads
- Calendar sync
- Custom branding
- Reminders
- Admin features
The bottom line: WhenWorks gives you 10 free polls per month. Doodle restricts you to 1 active poll unless you pay $6.95/month.
Why People Switch from Doodle
Real reasons why users are making the switch to WhenWorks.
10x More Free Polls
Doodle limits you to just 1 active poll on their free tier. WhenWorks gives you 10 polls per month free.
Zero Ads, Zero Distractions
Doodle's free version is cluttered with advertisements. WhenWorks is completely ad-free, so your participants can focus on scheduling.
No Sign-up Hassle
Doodle now requires participants to create an account to respond. With WhenWorks, anyone can vote on your poll instantly - no account needed.
Modern, Fast Interface
Built with modern technology, WhenWorks loads instantly and works beautifully on any device. Real-time updates mean no refreshing.
Same Features, Better Value
Everything you love about Doodle - time zones, maybe options, notifications - without the limitations or pushy upsells.
Privacy Focused
We don't sell your data or show targeted ads. Your scheduling data stays private and secure.
Common Questions
Is WhenWorks really free?
Yes! Our free tier includes 10 polls per month, unlimited participants, and no ads. We offer a Pro tier for power users who want unlimited polls, calendar sync, reminders, and branding options.
Can I import my Doodle polls?
Not directly, but creating a new poll takes less than a minute. Just share the new WhenWorks link with your participants, and they can respond instantly - no account needed.
Does WhenWorks have a mobile app?
WhenWorks is a progressive web app (PWA) that works great on any device. You can add it to your home screen for an app-like experience. We're focused on making the web experience excellent rather than maintaining separate apps.
Why should I trust a newer service over Doodle?
Fair question! Doodle has been around since 2007 and is well-established. We're newer but built with modern technology and a genuine commitment to keeping scheduling free. Our free tier is more generous because we believe basic scheduling shouldn't have artificial limits.