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Cloud-Based Alternative

A free Rallly alternative that anyone can use

Love Rallly but don't want to self-host? WhenWorks gives you the same scheduling features without the server setup.

No Docker. No database config. Just create a poll and share the link.

0
Setup time (seconds)
No
Self-hosting needed
10
Free polls/month
$0
Forever free tier

WhenWorks vs Rallly

An honest comparison. Rallly is excellent if you want full control. WhenWorks is better if you want instant setup.

FeatureWhenWorksRallly
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Not required
Free tier
10 polls/month
Unlimited (self-host)
Hosting required
No (cloud-based)
Yes (self-host)
Setup complexity
30 seconds
Technical setup
Time zone support
Automatic
Yes
Mobile interface
Optimized PWA
Responsive
Calendar export
ICS + integrations
Basic ICS
Open source
No
Yes (MIT)
Data privacy
Hosted securely
Self-hosted (full control)
Email reminders
Pro feature
Yes

Why Choose WhenWorks

Rallly is fantastic for developers who want full control. WhenWorks is for everyone else.

Instant start

Zero Setup Required

Rallly requires Docker, PostgreSQL, and technical setup. WhenWorks works instantly — just visit, create, share. No servers, no config files.

Auto-timezone

No Barriers for Voters

Like Rallly, we don't require accounts for participants. But we also handle timezone conversion automatically for less confusion.

Sub-second loads

Built for Speed

Modern tech stack optimized for performance. Sub-second load times, real-time updates, and a snappy interface.

Touch-optimized

Mobile-First Design

Optimized for phones and tablets. Clean, modern interface that works beautifully on any device without app downloads.

99.9% uptime

No Maintenance Burden

We handle updates, backups, security patches, and uptime. You focus on scheduling, not server admin.

Ad-free forever

Privacy Focused

No ads, no tracking, no data selling. While Rallly gives you self-hosting control, we provide privacy without the complexity.

The Bottom Line

Rallly is perfect if you're technical and want to self-host for complete data control. WhenWorks is perfect if you want the same scheduling features without touching Docker or PostgreSQL. Both are free — pick based on whether you value control (Rallly) or convenience (WhenWorks).

Ready for Zero-Setup Scheduling?

Create your first poll in under 60 seconds. No servers, no config, no technical setup.

Free forever. 10 polls per month, unlimited participants.