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OmniFocus alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave OmniFocus: steep learning curve, and windows and Android users only get the web version. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces OmniFocus, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Things currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Taskwarrior logoTaskwarriorOpen sourceYesLinux, macOS, Self-hosted5 of 553.6
  1. Taskwarrior logo

    1. TaskwarriorTop pick

    Best for: Developers and terminal users who want scriptable, query-driven task lists

    Open sourceSelf-hostableLinux, macOS, Self-hosted

    53.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from OmniFocus

    Free, open-source command-line option with contexts, dependencies and urgency scoring.

    Pros

    • Very powerful filters, reports and urgency sorting
    • Free and MIT-licensed
    • Scriptable with hooks and a large tool ecosystem

    Cons

    • Command line only without third-party front ends
    • No official mobile apps
    • Sync needs some setup
    Visit Taskwarrior Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.357
    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 Taskwarrior a good OmniFocus alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    License
    MIT
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Open source
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026taskwarrior.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Interface
    Command line
    Checked Oct 25, 2026taskwarrior.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Sync
    Via a sync server with task sync
    Checked Oct 25, 2026taskwarrior.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Latest stable
    3.5.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026taskwarrior.org(opens source in a new tab)

The best OmniFocus alternative for…

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

Things logo

Best OmniFocus alternative for most people

Things

Far simpler to learn, with a cleaner design and one-time purchases, for people who found OmniFocus too heavy.

Taskwarrior logo

Best OmniFocus alternative for a free option

Taskwarrior

Free, open-source command-line option with contexts, dependencies and urgency scoring.

Nirvana logo

Best OmniFocus alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Nirvana

A GTD-focused task manager that runs natively on Windows and Android as well as Apple devices.

Taskwarrior logo

Best OmniFocus alternative for open source

Taskwarrior

Free, open-source command-line option with contexts, dependencies and urgency scoring.

Taskwarrior logo

Best OmniFocus alternative for self-hosting

Taskwarrior

Free, open-source command-line option with contexts, dependencies and urgency scoring.

Everdo logo

Best OmniFocus alternative for Mac

Everdo

Cross-platform GTD app with sequential projects, end-to-end encryption and a one-time Pro licence.

Todoist logo

Best OmniFocus alternative for Windows

Todoist

Less GTD-specific but runs everywhere and is easier to share with others.

Everdo logo

Best OmniFocus alternative for Linux

Everdo

Cross-platform GTD app with sequential projects, end-to-end encryption and a one-time Pro licence.

2Do logo

Best OmniFocus alternative for iPhone and Android

2Do

Powerful Mac and iOS task manager with one-time pricing and a lighter learning curve.

Nirvana logo

Best OmniFocus alternative for working in the browser

Nirvana

A GTD-focused task manager that runs natively on Windows and Android as well as Apple devices.

OmniFocus alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to OmniFocus?

Things ranks first right now. Far simpler to learn, with a cleaner design and one-time purchases, for people who found OmniFocus too heavy. Nirvana and Everdo follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to OmniFocus?

Yes. Nirvana (free plan + paid), 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 OmniFocus?

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

Which OmniFocus alternatives work on Linux?

Everdo, Todoist and Taskwarrior run on Linux.

Why do people switch from OmniFocus?

The complaints we hear most: steep learning curve; windows and Android users only get the web version; pricier than most personal task apps.

How is this list ranked?

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