How to Build Your Own When2meet
Replace When2meet with a custom build. Plan a New Event
Build Difficulty: 5/5
Build a working replacement in a weekend with AI tools
Estimated Timeline
Based on 8 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 7 categories. See all 8 features
Survey Type(2 features)
Survey participants using recurring days of the week (Monday-Sunday)
Survey participants using specific calendar dates
Core Scheduling(1 features)
Click and drag dates to choose multiple date possibilities for an event
Internationalization(1 features)
Support for time zone consideration, with note that Days of the Week events expect all participants in a single time zone
Monetization(1 features)
Optional voluntary contributions available at $5, $10, or $20 USD
Pricing Model(1 features)
Core scheduling functionality available completely free without requiring contact or billing information
Time Constraints(1 features)
Set earliest and latest acceptable times for availability (no earlier than / no later than)
User Interface(1 features)
Click and drag labels to shift the calendar view
Cost Calculator
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Total Cost Comparison
DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 8 features at very easy complexity.