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Amazing Marvin alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Amazing Marvin: no free plan after the 14-day trial, and taking time to configure can become its own distraction. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Amazing Marvin, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Lunatask currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Lunatask logoLunataskFree plan + paidNoWindows, macOS, Linux +24 of 466.5
2TickTick logoTickTickFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +44 of 462.6
3Super Productivity logoSuper ProductivityOpen sourceYesWeb, Windows, macOS +34 of 459.6
4Todoist logoTodoistFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +45 of 557.2
5Toodledo logoToodledoFree plan + paidNoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 455.3
  1. Lunatask logo

    1. LunataskTop pick

    Best for: Privacy-minded people, including those with ADHD, who want tasks, habits and journaling together

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Amazing Marvin

    Also designed with ADHD in mind, with tasks, habits and journaling plus a free plan and encryption.

    Pros

    • End-to-end encryption of tasks, notes and journal
    • Tasks, habits, journaling and mood tracking in one app
    • Lifetime licence available as an alternative to subscribing

    Cons

    • Free plan limited to two areas of life
    • Calendar integrations require Premium
    • No web app; desktop and mobile apps only
    Visit Lunatask Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Lunatask a good Amazing Marvin alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Premium price
    $6/month billed annually, or $8 monthly
    Checked Oct 25, 2026lunatask.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, 2 areas of life and 7 daily habits
    Checked Oct 25, 2026lunatask.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Lifetime licence
    $300 one-time
    Checked Oct 25, 2026lunatask.app(opens source in a new tab)
    End-to-end encryption
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026lunatask.app(opens source in a new tab)
  2. TickTick logo

    2. TickTick

    Best for: Individuals who want tasks, a focus timer, habits and a calendar in a single app

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Amazing Marvin

    Many of the same tools (timer, habits, calendar) in a simpler package for less money.

    Pros

    • Pomodoro timer and habit tracker built in
    • Calendar and kanban views alongside lists
    • Apps on every major platform, including Linux

    Cons

    • Calendar views and higher list limits need Premium
    • Feature-dense interface can feel busy
    • Collaboration is basic compared with team tools
    Visit TickTick Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is TickTick a good Amazing Marvin alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Premium price
    US$49.99/year
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ticktick.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, 9 lists with 99 tasks each
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ticktick.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium limits
    299 lists, 999 tasks per list
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ticktick.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Linux, extension
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ticktick.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Super Productivity logo

    3. Super Productivity

    Best for: Developers and freelancers who want tasks and time tracking together, free and offline

    Open sourceWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Amazing Marvin

    Free, open-source mix of task planning, time estimates, timeboxing and tracking.

    Pros

    • Built-in time tracking, timesheets and Pomodoro
    • Imports issues from GitHub, GitLab and Jira
    • Local-first with no account required

    Cons

    • Busy interface with many settings
    • Sync needs setting up with WebDAV, Dropbox or Super Sync
    • No real-time collaboration
    Visit Super Productivity Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Super Productivity a good Amazing Marvin alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    MIT
    Checked Oct 25, 2026super-productivity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, web
    Checked Oct 25, 2026super-productivity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Offline mode
    Yes, no account needed
    Checked Oct 25, 2026super-productivity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Integrations
    GitHub, GitLab, Jira
    Checked Oct 25, 2026super-productivity.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Todoist logo

    4. Todoist

    Best for: People who want a quick, reliable to-do list on every device with optional sharing

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Amazing Marvin

    Less customisable but quicker to set up and available everywhere.

    Pros

    • Natural-language quick add handles dates and recurring tasks well
    • Native apps on nearly every platform, including Linux and watches
    • Large integration catalogue and a public API

    Cons

    • Free plan limits projects, filters and activity history
    • Custom reminders and calendar layout require Pro
    • Light on project-management features for bigger teams
    Visit Todoist Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Todoist a good Amazing Marvin alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Pro price
    $7/month or $60/year
    Checked Oct 25, 2026todoist.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Business price
    $8 per user/month, billed yearly
    Checked Oct 25, 2026todoist.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    7 days on Pro
    Checked Oct 25, 2026todoist.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, 5 personal projects
    Checked Oct 25, 2026todoist.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Linux, Mac, Windows, iOS, Android, watches, browser
    Checked Oct 25, 2026todoist.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Toodledo logo

    5. Toodledo

    Best for: Detail-oriented users who want many task fields, outlines and habits in one service

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Amazing Marvin

    Similarly detailed task fields and a habit tracker, with a free tier.

    Pros

    • Very detailed task fields and sorting
    • Notes, outlines, lists and habits included
    • Unlimited tasks on the free plan

    Cons

    • Dated, dense web interface
    • Subtasks require a paid plan
    • No native desktop apps
    Visit Toodledo Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Toodledo a good Amazing Marvin alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Standard price
    $3.99/month billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026toodledo.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Plus price
    $5.99/month billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026toodledo.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, unlimited tasks and 10 folders
    Checked Oct 25, 2026toodledo.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Refunds
    14 days on annual plans
    Checked Oct 25, 2026toodledo.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Amazing Marvin alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Lunatask logo

Best Amazing Marvin alternative for most people

Lunatask

Also designed with ADHD in mind, with tasks, habits and journaling plus a free plan and encryption.

Super Productivity logo

Best Amazing Marvin alternative for a free option

Super Productivity

Free, open-source mix of task planning, time estimates, timeboxing and tracking.

TickTick logo

Best Amazing Marvin alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

TickTick

Many of the same tools (timer, habits, calendar) in a simpler package for less money.

Super Productivity logo

Best Amazing Marvin alternative for open source

Super Productivity

Free, open-source mix of task planning, time estimates, timeboxing and tracking.

Todoist logo

Best Amazing Marvin alternative for Mac

Todoist

Less customisable but quicker to set up and available everywhere.

Lunatask logo

Best Amazing Marvin alternative for Windows

Lunatask

Also designed with ADHD in mind, with tasks, habits and journaling plus a free plan and encryption.

Lunatask logo

Best Amazing Marvin alternative for Linux

Lunatask

Also designed with ADHD in mind, with tasks, habits and journaling plus a free plan and encryption.

Toodledo logo

Best Amazing Marvin alternative for iPhone and Android

Toodledo

Similarly detailed task fields and a habit tracker, with a free tier.

TickTick logo

Best Amazing Marvin alternative for working in the browser

TickTick

Many of the same tools (timer, habits, calendar) in a simpler package for less money.

Amazing Marvin alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Amazing Marvin?

Lunatask ranks first right now. Also designed with ADHD in mind, with tasks, habits and journaling plus a free plan and encryption. TickTick and Super Productivity follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Amazing Marvin?

Yes. Lunatask (free plan + paid), TickTick (free plan + paid), Super Productivity (open source) and Todoist (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Amazing Marvin?

Yes: Super Productivity.

Which Amazing Marvin alternatives work on Linux?

Lunatask, TickTick, Super Productivity and Todoist run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Amazing Marvin?

The complaints we hear most: no free plan after the 14-day trial; taking time to configure can become its own distraction; mobile apps are less polished than desktop.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Amazing Marvin, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.