Whats the difference between a shared calendar on iCal or Google and using Cupla?

Traditional shared calendars on Google or iCal let you create a calendar that both you and your partner can view. However, these shared calendars only show events added to that specific calendar—not your complete schedule. For example, your work calendar or other personal calendars aren’t automatically included. This can be problematic when trying to schedule shared events or assign tasks, as you won’t have full visibility into your partner’s availability.

Cupla, on the other hand, aggregates all of your calendars—whether it’s iCal, Google, Outlook, or others—into one comprehensive view. This means you can see your entire schedule alongside your partner’s, giving you a true picture of both of your availabilities. With Cupla, you can:

• Create and Assign Events: Schedule events just for yourself, assign events to your partner, or create shared events that both of you can manage.
• Receive Notifications: Your partner gets notified when an event is assigned, and they can accept or reassign it as needed.
• Manage Reminders: Set up and assign reminders in the same seamless way.
• Find Time Together: Use our unique “find a time together” feature, which scans both schedules to suggest available slots for new events or even dates.

In summary, while a shared calendar in Google or iCal limits you to a single subset of events, Cupla provides a full view of both your and your partner’s schedules—making it easier to coordinate, schedule, and plan your day.

For a comprehensive comparison between the Google shared calendar and Cupla, please see our blog.

If you have any further questions, feel free to contact us at hello@cupla.app.