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Microsoft To Do alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Microsoft To Do: few views and limited filtering, and work accounts depend on admin licensing and Exchange Online. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Microsoft To Do, 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
2Superlist logoSuperlistFree plan + paidNoWeb, macOS, iOS +15 of 562.6
3Any.do logoAny.doFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +34 of 457.2
4TickTick logoTickTickFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +44 of 455.3
  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 Microsoft To Do

    Smarter natural-language entry, filters and a Linux app, with an Outlook integration of its own.

    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 Microsoft To Do 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. Superlist logo

    2. Superlist

    Best for: Wunderlist fans and small groups who want shared lists that mix tasks and notes

    Free plan + paidWeb, macOS, iOS, Android

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Microsoft To Do

    Made by Wunderlist's founders, closer to the old Wunderlist feel with shared lists on a free plan.

    Pros

    • Tasks and notes in the same list
    • Real-time shared lists with family or teams
    • Clean design from the Wunderlist founders

    Cons

    • Free plan caps you at five lists
    • No native Windows or Linux app
    • AI features are on the most expensive tier
    Visit Superlist 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 Superlist a good Microsoft To Do alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, up to 5 lists
    Checked Oct 25, 2026superlist.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Basic price
    $5 per person/month ($59/year)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026superlist.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Super price
    $21 per person/month ($249/year)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026superlist.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    macOS, iOS, Android, web
    Checked Oct 25, 2026superlist.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Made by
    The creators of Wunderlist
    Checked Oct 25, 2026superlist.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Any.do logo

    3. Any.do

    Best for: People who want their to-do list and calendar in one place, with reminders on WhatsApp

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

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Microsoft To Do

    Adds a daily planner, calendar view and WhatsApp reminders to a similar simple list.

    Pros

    • Tasks and calendar events in one view
    • WhatsApp reminders and task capture
    • Family plan for shared household lists

    Cons

    • Recurring and location reminders require Premium
    • Frequent upsell prompts in the free app
    • No Linux app
    Visit Any.do 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 Any.do a good Microsoft To Do alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Premium price
    $4.99/month billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026any.do(opens source in a new tab)
    Family plan
    $8.33/month for 4 members, billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026any.do(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026any.do(opens source in a new tab)
    WhatsApp reminders
    Premium feature
    Checked Oct 25, 2026any.do(opens source in a new tab)
  4. TickTick logo

    4. 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

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Microsoft To Do

    More views and built-in focus and habit tools while staying easy to learn.

    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 ×0.363
    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 TickTick a good Microsoft To Do 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 Microsoft To Do alternative for…

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

Todoist logo

Best Microsoft To Do alternative for most people

Todoist

Smarter natural-language entry, filters and a Linux app, with an Outlook integration of its own.

Google Tasks logo

Best Microsoft To Do alternative for a free option

Google Tasks

The equivalent free option if you live in Gmail and Google Calendar instead of Outlook.

Superlist logo

Best Microsoft To Do alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Superlist

Made by Wunderlist's founders, closer to the old Wunderlist feel with shared lists on a free plan.

Tasks.org logo

Best Microsoft To Do alternative for open source

Tasks.org

Open-source Android app that can sync with your existing Microsoft To Do lists.

Tasks.org logo

Best Microsoft To Do alternative for self-hosting

Tasks.org

Open-source Android app that can sync with your existing Microsoft To Do lists.

Any.do logo

Best Microsoft To Do alternative for Mac

Any.do

Adds a daily planner, calendar view and WhatsApp reminders to a similar simple list.

TickTick logo

Best Microsoft To Do alternative for Windows

TickTick

More views and built-in focus and habit tools while staying easy to learn.

Todoist logo

Best Microsoft To Do alternative for Linux

Todoist

Smarter natural-language entry, filters and a Linux app, with an Outlook integration of its own.

Todoist logo

Best Microsoft To Do alternative for iPhone and Android

Todoist

Smarter natural-language entry, filters and a Linux app, with an Outlook integration of its own.

Todoist logo

Best Microsoft To Do alternative for working in the browser

Todoist

Smarter natural-language entry, filters and a Linux app, with an Outlook integration of its own.

Microsoft To Do alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Microsoft To Do?

Todoist ranks first right now. Smarter natural-language entry, filters and a Linux app, with an Outlook integration of its own. Superlist and Google Tasks follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Microsoft To Do?

Yes. Todoist (free plan + paid), Superlist (free plan + paid), Google Tasks (free) and Any.do (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Microsoft To Do?

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

Which Microsoft To Do alternatives work on Linux?

Todoist and TickTick run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Microsoft To Do?

The complaints we hear most: few views and limited filtering; work accounts depend on admin licensing and Exchange Online; no Linux app.

How is this list ranked?

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