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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

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Apple Reminders logoApple RemindersFreeNomacOS, iOS3 of 366.5
2Things logoThingsPaidNomacOS, iOS4 of 462.6
32Do logo2DoPaidNomacOS, iOS, Android4 of 459.6
4OmniFocus logoOmniFocusPaidNomacOS, iOS, Web4 of 457.2
5Due logoDuePaidNomacOS, iOS3 of 355.3
  1. Apple Reminders logo

    1. Apple RemindersTop pick

    Best for: Apple users who want a free task list that works with Siri and shared family lists

    FreemacOS, iOS

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from GoodTask

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

    Pros

    • Free and preinstalled on Apple devices
    • Shared lists with task assignment
    • Automatic grocery categories and smart lists

    Cons

    • No Windows or Android apps
    • Only basic browser access through iCloud.com
    • No project planning or review features
    Visit Apple Reminders 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 Apple Reminders a good GoodTask alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Grocery lists
    Items placed in categories automatically
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Subtasks
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Views
    Lists, columns, smart lists, pinned lists
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.apple.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 GoodTask

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

    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 GoodTask 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. 2Do logo

    3. 2Do

    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)
  4. OmniFocus logo

    4. OmniFocus

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

    PaidmacOS, iOS, Web

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from GoodTask

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

    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 ×0.369
    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 OmniFocus a good GoodTask 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)
  5. Due logo

    5. Due

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

    PaidmacOS, iOS

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from GoodTask

    A lighter reminders app focused on persistent 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 ×0.363
    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 Due a good GoodTask 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)

The best GoodTask alternative for…

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

Apple Reminders logo

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.

Apple Reminders logo

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.

Things logo

Best GoodTask alternative for Mac

Things

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

2Do logo

Best GoodTask alternative for iPhone and Android

2Do

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

OmniFocus logo

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.