Up Next
Up Next: A focused free utility for viewing and joining Zoom and Google Meet meetings on macOS. Ranked #191 of 193 in Calendar Apps by our editors (3.0/10); pricing: Free plan; best for mac users who want quick meeting access.
At a glance
- Editor score3.0 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forMac users who want quick meeting access
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- Facts checked22 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Free to download and use
- Shows upcoming synchronized meetings from the menu bar
- Launches supported Zoom and Google Meet meetings directly
Where it doesn't
- Available only on macOS
- No mobile apps
- Focused on meeting access rather than scheduling or time blocking
Our verdict on Up Next
Up Next is a free macOS menu-bar app for people who want quick access to upcoming calendar meetings and appointments. It shows the next meeting in an accessible menu-bar interface and lets users join supported online meetings without switching applications. The product is positioned for employees, entrepreneurs, freelancers, creatives, teachers, and students, while its focused workflow also suits anyone who mainly needs a fast way to reach their next meeting. It requires macOS 10.13 or later and is available as a desktop application.
Its main strength is convenience at the point of access. Calendar synchronization brings upcoming meetings into the menu bar, where users can view the next meeting or appointment and join supported calls. Zoom and Google Meet are the named integrations, giving the app a clear fit for teams and individuals whose meeting routines center on those services. The free pricing model also keeps the product straightforward for solo users and organizations that need a small meeting utility rather than a broader calendar system.
Up Next has a narrow scope. Its published feature set centers on viewing upcoming events and launching supported meetings; it does not provide a broader set of scheduling, sharing, or time-blocking functions. Mobile coverage is not part of the product’s platform offering, so it is better suited to Mac-based workflows than users who need the same experience across devices. Choose Up Next for lightweight menu-bar access to synchronized meetings, particularly with Zoom or Google Meet. Choose another calendar app if you need scheduling tools, mobile apps, or a wider planning workspace.
Questions about Up Next
What does Up Next run on? macOS. It runs as a desktop app.
What does Up Next integrate with? 2 integrations: Zoom and Google Meet.
Who is Up Next built for? Solo users, small businesses, mid-market companies and enterprises (our editorial estimate).
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Up Next fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Shared calendars | Not verified |
| Time blocking | Not verified |
| Scheduling links | Not verified |
| Calendar sync | Not verified |
| Mobile apps | None |
| Video meeting support | Yes |
| Deployment | Desktop |
| Platforms | macOS |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 2 integrations: Zoom, Google Meet |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | upnextapp.com |
| Facts checked | 22 Sep 2026 |
Up Next integrations
Up Next lists 2 integrations on its own site.
- Zoom
- Google Meet
Alternatives to Up Next
- Google CalendarA versatile calendar for personal schedules and Google Workspace collaboration.9.4
- Microsoft OutlookA flexible calendar choice for people and teams already working in Microsoft’s ecosystem.9.2
- Zoho CalendarA low-cost calendar with booking, sync, room reservations, and broad integrations.9.1
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