GoodTask alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave GoodTask: apple platforms only, and many settings to learn. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces GoodTask, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Apple Reminders currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#	App	Pricing	Open source	Platforms	Verified facts	Score
1	2Do	Paid	No	macOS, iOS, Android	4 of 4	59.6

1. 2DoTop pick
Best for: People who want a powerful task manager without a subscription across Mac, iOS and Android
PaidmacOS, iOS, Android
59.6
score / 100
Why switch from GoodTask
Similar power features, plus an Android app, as one-time purchases.
Pros
One-time purchases rather than a subscription
Smart lists, tags and actions for power users
Several sync options, including CalDAV
Cons
No web or Windows app
Each platform is bought separately
Interface takes time to configure
Visit 2Do 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 2Do a good GoodTask alternative?
Verified facts
4 of 4 verified
Mac price
$49.99 one-time
Checked Oct 25, 20262doapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
iPhone price
$9.99 one-time
Checked Oct 25, 20262doapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
Android
Free with optional Pro upgrade
Checked Oct 25, 20262doapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
Free trial
14 days on Mac
Checked Oct 25, 20262doapp.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best GoodTask alternative for…

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

Best GoodTask alternative for most people

Apple Reminders

The free built-in app GoodTask sits on, enough if you don't need its extra views.

Best GoodTask alternative for a free option

Apple Reminders

The free built-in app GoodTask sits on, enough if you don't need its extra views.

Best GoodTask alternative for Mac

Things

A standalone, more opinionated Apple task manager with a cleaner design.

Best GoodTask alternative for iPhone and Android

2Do

Similar power features, plus an Android app, as one-time purchases.

Best GoodTask alternative for working in the browser

OmniFocus

A full GTD system with defer dates, perspectives and reviews.

GoodTask alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to GoodTask?

Apple Reminders ranks first right now. The free built-in app GoodTask sits on, enough if you don't need its extra views. Things and 2Do follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to GoodTask?

Yes. Apple Reminders (free) has a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to GoodTask?

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

Why do people switch from GoodTask?

The complaints we hear most: apple platforms only; many settings to learn; limited by what Reminders can store.

How is this list ranked?

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