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Google Tasks alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Google Tasks: no tags, priorities or filters, and no standalone desktop app. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Google Tasks, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Todoist currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Todoist logoTodoistFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +45 of 566.5
2TickTick logoTickTickFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +44 of 457.2
  1. Todoist logo

    1. TodoistTop pick

    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

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Google Tasks

    Adds projects, labels, filters and recurring natural-language dates while still syncing with Google Calendar.

    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 ×0.3100
    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 Todoist a good Google Tasks 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)
  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

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Google Tasks

    Richer lists plus a calendar, focus timer and habits, still with a free tier.

    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 ×0.369
    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 TickTick a good Google Tasks 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)

The best Google Tasks alternative for…

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

Todoist logo

Best Google Tasks alternative for most people

Todoist

Adds projects, labels, filters and recurring natural-language dates while still syncing with Google Calendar.

Microsoft To Do logo

Best Google Tasks alternative for a free option

Microsoft To Do

The free equivalent for people who use Outlook, with a My Day view and shared lists.

TickTick logo

Best Google Tasks alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

TickTick

Richer lists plus a calendar, focus timer and habits, still with a free tier.

Tasks.org logo

Best Google Tasks alternative for open source

Tasks.org

An open-source Android app that syncs with Google Tasks and adds tags, filters and location reminders.

Tasks.org logo

Best Google Tasks alternative for self-hosting

Tasks.org

An open-source Android app that syncs with Google Tasks and adds tags, filters and location reminders.

Any.do logo

Best Google Tasks alternative for Mac

Any.do

Similar task-plus-calendar approach with recurring reminders and a daily planner.

Todoist logo

Best Google Tasks alternative for Windows

Todoist

Adds projects, labels, filters and recurring natural-language dates while still syncing with Google Calendar.

Todoist logo

Best Google Tasks alternative for Linux

Todoist

Adds projects, labels, filters and recurring natural-language dates while still syncing with Google Calendar.

Todoist logo

Best Google Tasks alternative for iPhone and Android

Todoist

Adds projects, labels, filters and recurring natural-language dates while still syncing with Google Calendar.

Todoist logo

Best Google Tasks alternative for working in the browser

Todoist

Adds projects, labels, filters and recurring natural-language dates while still syncing with Google Calendar.

Google Tasks alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Google Tasks?

Todoist ranks first right now. Adds projects, labels, filters and recurring natural-language dates while still syncing with Google Calendar. Microsoft To Do and Tasks.org follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Google Tasks?

Yes. Todoist (free plan + paid), Microsoft To Do (free), Tasks.org (open source) and TickTick (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Google Tasks?

Yes: Tasks.org. Tasks.org can also be self-hosted.

Which Google Tasks alternatives work on Linux?

Todoist and TickTick run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Google Tasks?

The complaints we hear most: no tags, priorities or filters; no standalone desktop app; very limited views and organisation options.

How is this list ranked?

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