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About Vimcal
What is Vimcal?
Vimcal is a web-based calendar designed for speed, letting you create events by typing natural language commands like 'lunch with Sarah tomorrow at 1pm.' It uses Vim-style keyboard shortcuts (j/k/h/l) to navigate and edit without a mouse, syncs with Google Calendar and Outlook, and includes AI-powered scheduling, booking links, and time zone overlays.
Who is it for?
Vimcal is built for busy professionals—founders, execs, VCs, and executive assistants—who have high-volume schedules and want to minimize clicking. It also suits keyboard power users who prefer efficient workflows. It is less ideal for casual users who prefer a traditional mouse-driven calendar or don't need advanced scheduling features.
Real Use Cases
Schedule internal team meetings faster by typing plain English. Share booking links without awkward back-and-forth. Coordinate across multiple Google and Outlook accounts in one view. Executive assistants can delegate scheduling with Vimcal EA, which includes calendar holds and multi-time-zone support.
Key features
- Natural Language Input — Type 'meeting with John next Tuesday 3pm' and it auto-fills the event
- Vim-Style Shortcuts — Navigate days, weeks, and months with j/k/h/l keys
- Quick Event Creation — Create events without leaving the keyboard
- Google Calendar Sync — Two-way sync with Google Calendar
- Outlook Integration — Sync with Microsoft Outlook calendars
- Dark Mode — Switchable light/dark themes
- AI Scheduling — AI-powered assistance for scheduling meetings
Vimcal Pricing
Vimcal pricing: from $20/mo. Billing model: Freemium.
Vimcal iOS (Free)
Free iOS app with basic features: iOS calendar, drag and copy availabilities, multi-time zone conversion, auto-merge duplicate events, dark mode.
Vimcal iOS & Desktop ($20/month or $16.67/month yearly)
Full experience including everything in iOS plus: unlimited personal booking links, polls for group scheduling, desktop app for Mac and PC, team scheduling features, custom menu bar app for Mac, and removal of 'Created with Vimcal' signature.
Vimcal EA ($75/month or $62.50/month yearly)
Purpose-built for executive assistants: all iOS & Desktop features plus support for 5 simultaneous time zones, auto-created/deleted calendar holds, polls and collaborative spreadsheets, history of offered time slots, calendar audits, and 1-on-1 onboarding.
All plans come with a free trial (no credit card required). Enterprise custom pricing also available.
Frequently asked questions
Is Vimcal free?
Vimcal offers a free iOS app with basic features. Paid plans start at $20/month for the full desktop and mobile experience.
How much does Vimcal cost?
Vimcal iOS & Desktop is $20/month (or $16.67/month billed yearly). Vimcal EA is $75/month ($62.50/month yearly). A free trial is available with no credit card required.
Who is Vimcal best for?
Vimcal is best for busy professionals like founders, executives, VCs, and executive assistants who have a high volume of meetings. Keyboard power users will also benefit from its Vim-style shortcuts.
What are the best alternatives to Vimcal?
Common alternatives include Superhuman Calendar, Notion Calendar (formerly Cron), and Google Calendar. Vimcal stands out for its natural language input and Vim-style keyboard shortcuts.
Does Vimcal work with Google Calendar?
Yes, Vimcal syncs seamlessly with Google Calendar and Outlook, allowing you to view both in one unified calendar.
What is the main limitation of Vimcal?
Vimcal is primarily web-based and optimized for keyboard users. It may not suit those who prefer a traditional mouse-driven interface or need advanced project management features.
