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Calendar & Time Management · head to head

Float vs Reclaim.ai

Float logo

Float

Calendar & Time Management

Resource management for agencies and teams

From
$6/month
Rated
-
Reclaim.ai logo

Reclaim.ai

Project Management

Smart scheduling for busy teams

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Only Reclaim.ai has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Float web-only platform without native desktop applications; Reclaim.ai no offline access or push notifications for schedule changes
  • They diverge on capability: Float covers Resource scheduling, Reclaim.ai covers Smart scheduling.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Float and Reclaim.ai actually diverge.

Attributes where Float and Reclaim.ai differ
AttributeFloatReclaim.ai
Starting price$6/monthFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, Ios, AndroidWeb, iOS, Android, Browser Extension
CategoryCalendar & Time ManagementProject Management
Founded20112019

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Float

  • Resource scheduling
  • Capacity planning
  • Time tracking
  • Project planning
  • Reports
  • Jira
  • Teamwork
  • Zapier

Only in Reclaim.ai

  • Smart scheduling
  • Habit tracking
  • Task integration
  • Buffer time
  • Meeting optimization
  • Google Calendar
  • Outlook
  • Todoist

Both cover

  • Asana
  • Slack
  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Float

  • Scheduling
  • Appointment booking
  • Time tracking
  • Resource management
  • Team coordination

Reclaim.ai

  • Scheduling
  • Appointment booking
  • Time tracking
  • Resource management
  • Team coordination

Both are used for scheduling, appointment booking, time tracking, resource management, team coordination, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Float

  • Web-only platform without native desktop applications
  • No offline mode for resource planning
  • Limited reporting customization on lower-tier plans
  • No built-in payroll or invoicing features

Reclaim.ai

  • No offline access or push notifications for schedule changes
  • Free tier is very limited (1 habit, 1 scheduling link, 1-week scheduling range)
  • Pricing is complex with hidden costs from AI Agent quotas and Attendee User (AU) charges
  • Weak mobile experience; primarily a web and browser extension tool
  • Requires 20-30 minutes setup and 2-week evaluation before effectiveness is clear
  • Outlook Calendar support is less mature with occasional sync delays

Pricing, plan by plan

Float

$6/month
  • Starter$6/month
    • Resource scheduling
    • Time off
    • Basic reports
  • Pro$10/month
    • Time tracking
    • Budget tracking
    • Advanced reports

Reclaim.ai

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 1 user
    • 1 scheduling link
    • 1 smart meeting
  • Starter$10/month
    • Unlimited habits
    • Unlimited scheduling links
    • Task integrations
  • Business$15/month
    • Starter features
    • Smart meetings
    • Team collaboration
  • Enterprise$22/month
    • Business features
    • SSO
    • Custom integrations

Which should you pick?

Choose Float if

  • You need resource scheduling.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want capacity planning.

Choose Reclaim.ai if

  • You need smart scheduling.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android, Browser Extension.
  • You also want habit tracking.

Questions people ask

Is Float or Reclaim.ai better?
Neither clearly leads. Float starts at $6/month and Reclaim.ai at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Float or Reclaim.ai?
Reclaim.ai has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $6/month for Float and Free for Reclaim.ai.
Does Float or Reclaim.ai run on more platforms?
Float runs on Web, Ios, Android. Reclaim.ai runs on Web, iOS, Android, Browser Extension.
Can I use Reclaim.ai for free?
Yes. Reclaim.ai has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Float starts at $6/month.
What is Float best used for?
Float is most often used for scheduling, appointment booking, time tracking, resource management.
What can Float do that Reclaim.ai cannot?
Float covers Resource scheduling, Capacity planning, Time tracking, Project planning. Reclaim.ai covers Smart scheduling, Habit tracking, Task integration, Buffer time. Both handle Asana, Slack, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Float: What does Float pricing start at?

Float's Starter plan begins at $7 per user per month for basic resource scheduling and capacity management. The Pro plan costs $12 per user per month with advanced features like estimates and actuals tracking.

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Reclaim.ai: What does Reclaim.ai's free plan include?

The free plan includes limited features: 1 user, 1 scheduling link, 1 smart meeting, 3 habits maximum, 1 calendar sync, and a 13-week scheduling range.

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Float: Is Float independent or backed by investors?

Float is independent and self-funded. The company is a B Corp certified since 2024 and is profitable. It has never raised venture funding and operates with a fully remote team.

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Reclaim.ai: How much does Reclaim.ai cost?

Starter costs $10/seat/month, Business $15/seat/month, and Enterprise $22/seat/month on yearly billing. Pricing excludes additional costs for AI Agent quotas and Attendee Users (AU).

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Float: What platforms does Float support?

Float is a web-based platform accessible through modern browsers. It provides visual resource management, scheduling, capacity planning, time tracking, and forecasting tools.

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Reclaim.ai: Can I use Reclaim.ai on my phone?

Reclaim.ai is primarily a web and browser extension tool. Mobile apps exist but function better as viewers than editors. Real work requires desktop access.

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Reclaim.ai: Does Reclaim.ai work with Outlook Calendar?

Reclaim was built for Google Calendar first. Outlook support exists but is less mature, with occasional sync delays and fewer features compared to Google Calendar integration.

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Reclaim.ai: What tasks and projects can Reclaim.ai integrate with?

Reclaim integrates with Todoist, Asana, ClickUp, Jira, and Linear for task scheduling and automation.

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