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Apple Reminders alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Apple Reminders: no Windows or Android apps, and only basic browser access through iCloud.com. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Apple Reminders, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. GoodTask currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1GoodTask logoGoodTaskPaidNomacOS, iOS3 of 366.5
2Things logoThingsPaidNomacOS, iOS4 of 462.6
3Due logoDuePaidNomacOS, iOS3 of 359.6
4Todoist logoTodoistFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +45 of 557.2
5OmniFocus logoOmniFocusPaidNomacOS, iOS, Web4 of 455.3
  1. GoodTask logo

    1. GoodTaskTop pick

    Best for: Apple Reminders users who want calendar views and smart lists without migrating

    PaidmacOS, iOS

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Apple Reminders

    Uses your existing Reminders data and adds calendar views, smart lists and quick actions.

    Pros

    • Works on your existing Reminders and Calendar data
    • Combined task and calendar views by day, week or month
    • Quick actions and snippets speed up entry

    Cons

    • Apple platforms only
    • Many settings to learn
    • Limited by what Reminders can store
    Visit GoodTask 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 GoodTask a good Apple Reminders alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Built on
    Apple Reminders and Calendars
    Checked Oct 25, 2026goodtaskapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Award
    MacStories Selects App of the Year 2018
    Checked Oct 25, 2026goodtaskapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Sync
    With iOS Reminders and Calendars
    Checked Oct 25, 2026goodtaskapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Things logo

    2. Things

    Best for: Apple-only users who want a beautiful personal to-do list without a subscription

    PaidmacOS, iOS

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Apple Reminders

    More structured projects and daily planning, still Apple-only, for a one-time price.

    Pros

    • Clean, fast interface that is pleasant to use daily
    • One-time purchases instead of a subscription
    • Calendar events shown with your Today list

    Cons

    • Apple devices only, with no web app
    • No sharing or collaboration on lists
    • Mac, iPhone and iPad apps are bought separately
    Visit Things 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 Things a good Apple Reminders alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Awards
    Apple Design Award, twice
    Checked Oct 25, 2026culturedcode.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Pricing model
    One-time App Store purchase, priced in USD by Cultured Code
    Checked Oct 25, 2026culturedcode.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Calendar integration
    Calendar events shown in Today
    Checked Oct 25, 2026culturedcode.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Automation
    URL scheme with JSON commands
    Checked Oct 25, 2026culturedcode.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Due logo

    3. Due

    Best for: Apple users who miss one-off notifications and need reminders that keep repeating

    PaidmacOS, iOS

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Apple Reminders

    Persistent nagging reminders that keep alerting until you act, for people who miss notifications.

    Pros

    • Auto-snooze keeps alerting until you act
    • Very fast to set common times
    • Reusable countdown timers

    Cons

    • Apple devices only
    • Mac and iOS versions sold separately
    • No projects, tags or sharing
    Visit Due 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 Due a good Apple Reminders alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Auto snooze
    Repeats overdue notifications
    Checked Oct 25, 2026dueapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Sync
    iCloud or Dropbox
    Checked Oct 25, 2026dueapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    iOS and macOS, sold separately
    Checked Oct 25, 2026dueapp.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 Apple Reminders

    Works on Windows and Android too, useful when your household or team isn't all on Apple.

    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 Apple Reminders 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. OmniFocus logo

    5. OmniFocus

    Best for: GTD practitioners on Apple devices who want maximum control over how tasks surface

    PaidmacOS, iOS, Web

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Apple Reminders

    A full GTD system for Apple devices when Reminders feels too basic.

    Pros

    • Defer dates, sequential projects and reviews suit GTD closely
    • Custom perspectives build almost any view
    • End-to-end encrypted sync, or use your own server

    Cons

    • Steep learning curve
    • Windows and Android users only get the web version
    • Pricier than most personal task apps
    Visit OmniFocus 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 OmniFocus a good Apple Reminders alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free trial
    14 days
    Checked Oct 25, 2026omnigroup.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Sync encryption
    End-to-end encrypted, or your own server
    Checked Oct 25, 2026omnigroup.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Web access
    Included with subscriptions
    Checked Oct 25, 2026omnigroup.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Custom perspectives
    Pro feature
    Checked Oct 25, 2026omnigroup.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Apple Reminders alternative for…

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

GoodTask logo

Best Apple Reminders alternative for most people

GoodTask

Uses your existing Reminders data and adds calendar views, smart lists and quick actions.

Todoist logo

Best Apple Reminders alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Todoist

Works on Windows and Android too, useful when your household or team isn't all on Apple.

Things logo

Best Apple Reminders alternative for Mac

Things

More structured projects and daily planning, still Apple-only, for a one-time price.

Todoist logo

Best Apple Reminders alternative for Windows

Todoist

Works on Windows and Android too, useful when your household or team isn't all on Apple.

Todoist logo

Best Apple Reminders alternative for Linux

Todoist

Works on Windows and Android too, useful when your household or team isn't all on Apple.

Todoist logo

Best Apple Reminders alternative for iPhone and Android

Todoist

Works on Windows and Android too, useful when your household or team isn't all on Apple.

OmniFocus logo

Best Apple Reminders alternative for working in the browser

OmniFocus

A full GTD system for Apple devices when Reminders feels too basic.

Apple Reminders alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Apple Reminders?

GoodTask ranks first right now. Uses your existing Reminders data and adds calendar views, smart lists and quick actions. Things and Due follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Apple Reminders?

Yes. Todoist (free plan + paid) has a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Apple Reminders?

None of the 5 alternatives in this list is open source.

Which Apple Reminders alternatives work on Linux?

Todoist runs on Linux.

Why do people switch from Apple Reminders?

The complaints we hear most: no Windows or Android apps; only basic browser access through iCloud.com; no project planning or review features.

How is this list ranked?

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