OmniFocus alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data
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.
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Best OmniFocus alternative for most people
ThingsFar simpler to learn, with a cleaner design and one-time purchases, for people who found OmniFocus too heavy.
Best OmniFocus alternative for a free option
TaskwarriorFree, open-source command-line option with contexts, dependencies and urgency scoring.
Best OmniFocus alternative for a free plan you can upgrade
NirvanaA GTD-focused task manager that runs natively on Windows and Android as well as Apple devices.
Best OmniFocus alternative for open source
TaskwarriorFree, open-source command-line option with contexts, dependencies and urgency scoring.
Best OmniFocus alternative for self-hosting
TaskwarriorFree, open-source command-line option with contexts, dependencies and urgency scoring.
Best OmniFocus alternative for Mac
EverdoCross-platform GTD app with sequential projects, end-to-end encryption and a one-time Pro licence.
Best OmniFocus alternative for Windows
TodoistLess GTD-specific but runs everywhere and is easier to share with others.
Best OmniFocus alternative for Linux
EverdoCross-platform GTD app with sequential projects, end-to-end encryption and a one-time Pro licence.
Best OmniFocus alternative for iPhone and Android
2DoPowerful Mac and iOS task manager with one-time pricing and a lighter learning curve.
Best OmniFocus alternative for working in the browser
NirvanaA 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.