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Things alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Things: apple devices only, with no web app, and no sharing or collaboration on lists. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Things, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. OmniFocus currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1OmniFocus logoOmniFocusPaidNomacOS, iOS, Web4 of 466.5
2Todoist logoTodoistFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +45 of 562.6
3TickTick logoTickTickFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +44 of 453.6
  1. OmniFocus logo

    1. OmniFocusTop pick

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

    PaidmacOS, iOS, Web

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Things

    Deeper GTD features like defer dates, perspectives and reviews, plus a web version for non-Apple machines.

    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 Compare with ThingsDetails 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 OmniFocus a good Things 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)
  2. Todoist logo

    2. 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

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Things

    Works on Windows, Android and the web too, and lets you share projects with others.

    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 Compare with ThingsDetails 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 Todoist a good Things 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)
  3. TickTick logo

    3. 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

    53.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Things

    Cross-platform with a calendar, focus timer and list sharing for a yearly fee.

    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 ×0.357
    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 TickTick a good Things 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 Things alternative for…

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

OmniFocus logo

Best Things alternative for most people

OmniFocus

Deeper GTD features like defer dates, perspectives and reviews, plus a web version for non-Apple machines.

Apple Reminders logo

Best Things alternative for a free option

Apple Reminders

Free and built in, with shared lists that Things doesn't offer.

Todoist logo

Best Things alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Todoist

Works on Windows, Android and the web too, and lets you share projects with others.

2Do logo

Best Things alternative for Mac

2Do

Another Apple-friendly one-time purchase with more power features and an Android app.

TickTick logo

Best Things alternative for Windows

TickTick

Cross-platform with a calendar, focus timer and list sharing for a yearly fee.

Todoist logo

Best Things alternative for Linux

Todoist

Works on Windows, Android and the web too, and lets you share projects with others.

Todoist logo

Best Things alternative for iPhone and Android

Todoist

Works on Windows, Android and the web too, and lets you share projects with others.

OmniFocus logo

Best Things alternative for working in the browser

OmniFocus

Deeper GTD features like defer dates, perspectives and reviews, plus a web version for non-Apple machines.

Things alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Things?

OmniFocus ranks first right now. Deeper GTD features like defer dates, perspectives and reviews, plus a web version for non-Apple machines. Todoist and 2Do follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Things?

Yes. Todoist (free plan + paid), Apple Reminders (free) and TickTick (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Things?

None of the 6 alternatives in this list is open source.

Which Things alternatives work on Linux?

Todoist and TickTick run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Things?

The complaints we hear most: apple devices only, with no web app; no sharing or collaboration on lists; mac, iPhone and iPad apps are bought separately.

How is this list ranked?

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