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Prelora alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 29, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Prelora: linux only, with no mobile or web app for syncing, and losing your account ID means losing access to your data. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Prelora, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Super Productivity currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Super Productivity logoSuper ProductivityOpen sourceYesWeb, Windows, macOS +34 of 468.8
2Everdo logoEverdoFree plan + paidNoWindows, macOS, Linux +35 of 561.8
3Taskwarrior logoTaskwarriorOpen sourceYesLinux, macOS, Self-hosted5 of 559.4
4TickTick logoTickTickFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +44 of 457.5
5Todoist logoTodoistFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +45 of 555.9
  1. Super Productivity logo

    1. Super ProductivityTop pick

    Best for: Developers and freelancers who want tasks and time tracking together, free and offline

    Open sourceWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    68.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Prelora

    Free, open-source task manager with timers and time tracking that also runs on Windows, Mac and mobile.

    Pros

    • Built-in time tracking, timesheets and Pomodoro
    • Imports issues from GitHub, GitLab and Jira
    • Local-first with no account required

    Cons

    • Busy interface with many settings
    • Sync needs setting up with WebDAV, Dropbox or Super Sync
    • No real-time collaboration
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Super Productivity a good Prelora alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, web
    Checked Oct 29, 2026super-productivity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Offline mode
    Yes, no account needed
    Checked Oct 29, 2026super-productivity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Integrations
    GitHub, GitLab, Jira
    Checked Oct 29, 2026super-productivity.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Everdo logo

    2. Everdo

    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

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Prelora

    Dedicated offline-first GTD app for desktop and mobile, with optional encrypted sync.

    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
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Everdo a good Prelora alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Pro price
    $99.99 one-time
    Checked Oct 29, 2026everdo.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Encrypted sync
    $1.66/month add-on
    Checked Oct 29, 2026everdo.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, up to 5 projects
    Checked Oct 29, 2026everdo.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS
    Checked Oct 29, 2026everdo.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Founded
    2017
    Checked Oct 29, 2026everdo.net(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Taskwarrior logo

    3. Taskwarrior

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

    Open sourceSelf-hostableLinux, macOS, Self-hosted

    59.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from Prelora

    Free command-line task manager for Linux users who prefer the terminal and scripting.

    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
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Taskwarrior a good Prelora 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 29, 2026taskwarrior.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Interface
    Command line
    Checked Oct 29, 2026taskwarrior.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Sync
    Via a sync server with task sync
    Checked Oct 29, 2026taskwarrior.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Latest stable
    3.5.0
    Checked Oct 29, 2026taskwarrior.org(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

    57.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Prelora

    Cross-platform task app with a built-in Pomodoro timer and calendar, if cloud sync is acceptable.

    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
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is TickTick a good Prelora alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Premium price
    US$49.99/year
    Checked Oct 29, 2026ticktick.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, 9 lists with 99 tasks each
    Checked Oct 29, 2026ticktick.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium limits
    299 lists, 999 tasks per list
    Checked Oct 29, 2026ticktick.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Linux, extension
    Checked Oct 29, 2026ticktick.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Todoist logo

    5. 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

    55.9

    score / 100

    Why switch from Prelora

    Popular synced to-do list on every platform, for when you need your tasks on your phone too.

    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
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.357
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Todoist a good Prelora alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Pro price
    $7/month or $60/year
    Checked Oct 29, 2026todoist.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Business price
    $8 per user/month, billed yearly
    Checked Oct 29, 2026todoist.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    7 days on Pro
    Checked Oct 29, 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 29, 2026todoist.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Prelora alternative for…

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

Super Productivity logo

Best Prelora alternative for most people

Super Productivity

Free, open-source task manager with timers and time tracking that also runs on Windows, Mac and mobile.

Planify logo

Best Prelora alternative for a free option

Planify

Open-source Linux to-do app with a native GNOME design and optional Todoist and Nextcloud sync.

Everdo logo

Best Prelora alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Everdo

Dedicated offline-first GTD app for desktop and mobile, with optional encrypted sync.

Taskwarrior logo

Best Prelora alternative for open source

Taskwarrior

Free command-line task manager for Linux users who prefer the terminal and scripting.

Taskwarrior logo

Best Prelora alternative for self-hosting

Taskwarrior

Free command-line task manager for Linux users who prefer the terminal and scripting.

TickTick logo

Best Prelora alternative for Mac

TickTick

Cross-platform task app with a built-in Pomodoro timer and calendar, if cloud sync is acceptable.

Todoist logo

Best Prelora alternative for Windows

Todoist

Popular synced to-do list on every platform, for when you need your tasks on your phone too.

Super Productivity logo

Best Prelora alternative for Linux

Super Productivity

Free, open-source task manager with timers and time tracking that also runs on Windows, Mac and mobile.

Super Productivity logo

Best Prelora alternative for iPhone and Android

Super Productivity

Free, open-source task manager with timers and time tracking that also runs on Windows, Mac and mobile.

Super Productivity logo

Best Prelora alternative for working in the browser

Super Productivity

Free, open-source task manager with timers and time tracking that also runs on Windows, Mac and mobile.

Prelora alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Prelora?

Super Productivity ranks first right now. Free, open-source task manager with timers and time tracking that also runs on Windows, Mac and mobile. Planify and Everdo follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Prelora?

Yes. Super Productivity (open source), Planify (open source), Everdo (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 Prelora?

Yes: Super Productivity, Planify and Taskwarrior. Taskwarrior can also be self-hosted.

Which Prelora alternatives work on Linux?

Super Productivity, Planify, Everdo, Taskwarrior and TickTick run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Prelora?

The complaints we hear most: linux only, with no mobile or web app for syncing; losing your account ID means losing access to your data; kanban view and webhooks require Pro.

How is this list ranked?

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