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Nirvana alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Nirvana: free plan caps projects at five and areas at two, and repeating to-dos require Pro. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Nirvana, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Everdo currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Everdo logoEverdoFree plan + paidNoWindows, macOS, Linux +35 of 566.5
2OmniFocus logoOmniFocusPaidNomacOS, iOS, Web4 of 462.6
3Todoist logoTodoistFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +45 of 559.6
4Amazing Marvin logoAmazing MarvinPaidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +24 of 457.2
  1. Everdo logo

    1. EverdoTop pick

    Best for: GTD users who want a private, offline-first app on every platform without a subscription

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Nirvana

    Also GTD-native, but works offline with end-to-end encrypted sync and a one-time licence.

    Pros

    • Works fully offline with no account
    • End-to-end encrypted sync or free LAN sync
    • One-time Pro licence covers all platforms

    Cons

    • Online sync is an extra recurring fee
    • No web app or sharing
    • Free version capped at five projects
    Visit Everdo 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 Everdo a good Nirvana alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Pro price
    $99.99 one-time
    Checked Oct 25, 2026everdo.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Encrypted sync
    $1.66/month add-on
    Checked Oct 25, 2026everdo.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, up to 5 projects
    Checked Oct 25, 2026everdo.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS
    Checked Oct 25, 2026everdo.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Founded
    2017
    Checked Oct 25, 2026everdo.net(opens source in a new tab)
  2. OmniFocus logo

    2. OmniFocus

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

    PaidmacOS, iOS, Web

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Nirvana

    Far deeper GTD tooling with perspectives and reviews, if you're on Apple devices.

    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 ×0.387
    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 OmniFocus a good Nirvana 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)
  3. Todoist logo

    3. 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

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Nirvana

    More general-purpose and flexible, with shared projects when you need them.

    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 ×0.377
    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 Todoist a good Nirvana 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)
  4. Amazing Marvin logo

    4. Amazing Marvin

    Best for: People, including many with ADHD, who want to tailor a to-do system to how their brain works

    PaidWeb, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Nirvana

    Can be configured to run GTD and many other methods, with more planning tools.

    Pros

    • Turn individual features on or off to fit your method
    • Built-in time estimates, tracking and day planning
    • One plan with every feature included

    Cons

    • No free plan after the 14-day trial
    • Taking time to configure can become its own distraction
    • Mobile apps are less polished than desktop
    Visit Amazing Marvin 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 Amazing Marvin a good Nirvana alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    $8/month, billed $96/year
    Checked Oct 25, 2026amazingmarvin.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    14 days, no card
    Checked Oct 25, 2026amazingmarvin.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    No
    Checked Oct 25, 2026amazingmarvin.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Web, Mac, Windows, iOS, Android
    Checked Oct 25, 2026amazingmarvin.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Nirvana alternative for…

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

Everdo logo

Best Nirvana alternative for most people

Everdo

Also GTD-native, but works offline with end-to-end encrypted sync and a one-time licence.

Taskwarrior logo

Best Nirvana alternative for a free option

Taskwarrior

Free, open-source GTD-friendly system for the command line.

Todoist logo

Best Nirvana alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Todoist

More general-purpose and flexible, with shared projects when you need them.

Taskwarrior logo

Best Nirvana alternative for open source

Taskwarrior

Free, open-source GTD-friendly system for the command line.

Taskwarrior logo

Best Nirvana alternative for self-hosting

Taskwarrior

Free, open-source GTD-friendly system for the command line.

OmniFocus logo

Best Nirvana alternative for Mac

OmniFocus

Far deeper GTD tooling with perspectives and reviews, if you're on Apple devices.

Amazing Marvin logo

Best Nirvana alternative for Windows

Amazing Marvin

Can be configured to run GTD and many other methods, with more planning tools.

Everdo logo

Best Nirvana alternative for Linux

Everdo

Also GTD-native, but works offline with end-to-end encrypted sync and a one-time licence.

Everdo logo

Best Nirvana alternative for iPhone and Android

Everdo

Also GTD-native, but works offline with end-to-end encrypted sync and a one-time licence.

OmniFocus logo

Best Nirvana alternative for working in the browser

OmniFocus

Far deeper GTD tooling with perspectives and reviews, if you're on Apple devices.

Nirvana alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Nirvana?

Everdo ranks first right now. Also GTD-native, but works offline with end-to-end encrypted sync and a one-time licence. OmniFocus and Todoist follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Nirvana?

Yes. Everdo (free plan + paid), Todoist (free plan + paid) and Taskwarrior (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Nirvana?

Yes: Taskwarrior. Taskwarrior can also be self-hosted.

Which Nirvana alternatives work on Linux?

Everdo, Todoist and Taskwarrior run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Nirvana?

The complaints we hear most: free plan caps projects at five and areas at two; repeating to-dos require Pro; no sharing or collaboration.

How is this list ranked?

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