2024-07-09 23:40:20
Finding a suitable time for a large group can be difficult. In addition to Doodle, there are other tools that can help with scheduling.
Doodle is a popular tool for scheduling appointments that makes it easier to organize meetings and events thanks to its poll function. However, there are concerns about data protection and the user data collected. In addition, other providers often offer a wider range of functions. Here are five free Doodle alternatives:
With the web application Kulibri, you can easily invite people to events and create group polls, similar to Doodle. There is no advertising and the basic version is free, according to “heise online”. For a fee, there are additional functions such as appointment reminders and the option to create to-do lists for events. The upgrade costs 24 euros per year.
Nuudel has a modern design and a strong focus on data protection. The tool was developed by the Digitalcourage association. Users can use Nuudel without registering and without storing their data. The tool enables both classic appointment surveys and surveys with individually designed answer options. Surveys can be protected with a password.
Xoyondo was formerly called planiteasy and has a strong focus on data protection. Surveys can be created and answered without registration. An optional account allows users to manage their surveys. There are paid subscriptions with additional features for professional users and companies. The basic features, including surveys with an unlimited number of participants, are available free of charge.
DuD-Poll, formerly known as Dudle, developed at the Technical University of Dresden, offers a data-saving alternative for creating and participating in surveys. This is possible without registration and participants decide for themselves whether they want to answer anonymously or give their name. According to “heise online”, DuD-Poll only stores the most necessary data and does not display any advertising. In addition, a survey is automatically deleted if it is not accessed for two months. The user interface, however, seems a little outdated.
The Bitpoll tool was developed by the Department of Computer Science at the University of Hamburg. It is based on DuD-Poll from the TU Dresden, but offers an improved design. Compared to DuD-Poll, Bitpoll has a few fewer functions, but creating surveys is much easier. Users can optionally create an account to quickly access their surveys.