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Todoist alternatives: 7 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Todoist: free plan limits projects, filters and activity history, and custom reminders and calendar layout require Pro. We ranked 7 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Todoist, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. TickTick currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1TickTick logoTickTickFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +44 of 466.5
2Things logoThingsPaidNomacOS, iOS4 of 462.6
3Microsoft To Do logoMicrosoft To DoFreeNoWeb, Windows, macOS +24 of 459.6
4Superlist logoSuperlistFree plan + paidNoWeb, macOS, iOS +15 of 557.2
5Super Productivity logoSuper ProductivityOpen sourceYesWeb, Windows, macOS +34 of 455.3
6Vikunja logoVikunjaOpen sourceYesWeb, Self-hosted5 of 553.6
7Habitify logoHabitifyFree plan + paidNoWeb, iOS, Android +15 of 538.6
  1. TickTick logo

    1. TickTickTop pick

    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

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Todoist

    Similar quick-add task list but with a built-in Pomodoro timer, habit tracker and calendar views on the cheaper plan.

    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 Compare with TodoistDetails 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 TickTick a good Todoist 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)
  2. Things logo

    2. Things

    Best for: Apple-only users who want a beautiful personal to-do list without a subscription

    PaidmacOS, iOS

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Todoist

    A more polished, design-led option for people who live entirely on Apple devices and prefer a one-time purchase.

    Pros

    • Clean, fast interface that is pleasant to use daily
    • One-time purchases instead of a subscription
    • Calendar events shown with your Today list

    Cons

    • Apple devices only, with no web app
    • No sharing or collaboration on lists
    • Mac, iPhone and iPad apps are bought separately
    Visit Things Compare with TodoistDetails 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 Things a good Todoist alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Awards
    Apple Design Award, twice
    Checked Oct 25, 2026culturedcode.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Pricing model
    One-time App Store purchase, priced in USD by Cultured Code
    Checked Oct 25, 2026culturedcode.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Calendar integration
    Calendar events shown in Today
    Checked Oct 25, 2026culturedcode.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Automation
    URL scheme with JSON commands
    Checked Oct 25, 2026culturedcode.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Microsoft To Do logo

    3. Microsoft To Do

    Best for: Outlook and Microsoft 365 users who want a free, no-fuss to-do list

    FreeWeb, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Todoist

    Completely free and tied into Outlook, a simple switch for Microsoft 365 users.

    Pros

    • Free with no feature tiers
    • Tasks sync with Outlook through Exchange
    • My Day view makes daily planning quick

    Cons

    • Few views and limited filtering
    • Work accounts depend on admin licensing and Exchange Online
    • No Linux app
    Visit Microsoft To Do 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 Microsoft To Do a good Todoist alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Platforms
    Android, iOS, Mac, Windows, web
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Outlook integration
    Tasks stored in Exchange appear in Outlook
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Daily planning
    My Day view
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Work accounts
    Require an Exchange Online mailbox
    Checked Oct 25, 2026support.microsoft.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Superlist logo

    4. Superlist

    Best for: Wunderlist fans and small groups who want shared lists that mix tasks and notes

    Free plan + paidWeb, macOS, iOS, Android

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Todoist

    From the Wunderlist team, mixing tasks and notes with shared lists on a free plan.

    Pros

    • Tasks and notes in the same list
    • Real-time shared lists with family or teams
    • Clean design from the Wunderlist founders

    Cons

    • Free plan caps you at five lists
    • No native Windows or Linux app
    • AI features are on the most expensive tier
    Visit Superlist 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 Superlist a good Todoist alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, up to 5 lists
    Checked Oct 25, 2026superlist.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Basic price
    $5 per person/month ($59/year)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026superlist.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Super price
    $21 per person/month ($249/year)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026superlist.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    macOS, iOS, Android, web
    Checked Oct 25, 2026superlist.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Made by
    The creators of Wunderlist
    Checked Oct 25, 2026superlist.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Super Productivity logo

    5. Super Productivity

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

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

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Todoist

    Free and open source, with time tracking and Jira or GitHub issue import built in.

    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
    Visit Super Productivity Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    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 Super Productivity a good Todoist alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    License
    MIT
    Checked Oct 25, 2026super-productivity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, web
    Checked Oct 25, 2026super-productivity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Offline mode
    Yes, no account needed
    Checked Oct 25, 2026super-productivity.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Integrations
    GitHub, GitLab, Jira
    Checked Oct 25, 2026super-productivity.com(opens source in a new tab)
  6. Vikunja logo

    6. Vikunja

    Best for: Self-hosters who want to own their to-do data and share projects with family or a small team

    Open sourceSelf-hostableWeb, Self-hosted

    53.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Todoist

    Open-source and self-hostable, with a built-in importer for Todoist projects.

    Pros

    • Free to self-host under the AGPLv3
    • List, Kanban, Gantt and table views
    • Importers for Todoist, Trello and Microsoft To Do

    Cons

    • You maintain the server when self-hosting
    • No polished official native apps
    • Fewer integrations than commercial apps
    Visit Vikunja 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 Vikunja a good Todoist alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    License
    AGPLv3
    Checked Oct 25, 2026vikunja.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Cloud price
    €4/month (Personal)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026vikunja.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Free trial
    14 days on Cloud
    Checked Oct 25, 2026vikunja.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Imports
    Todoist, Trello, Microsoft To-Do
    Checked Oct 25, 2026vikunja.io(opens source in a new tab)
    Data location
    Made and hosted in the EU
    Checked Oct 25, 2026vikunja.io(opens source in a new tab)
  7. Habitify logo

    7. Habitify

    Best for: People who switch between iPhone, Android and desktop and want one synced habit list

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android, macOS

    38.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Todoist

    Tracks recurring habits with streaks and stats, which Todoist only does loosely.

    Pros

    • Sync across iOS, Android, Mac and web
    • Apple Health, Google Fit and calendar integrations
    • API plus Zapier and IFTTT automation
    • Lifetime purchase available

    Cons

    • Free plan allows only three habits
    • Most useful features require Premium
    • Fewer journaling or mood features than some rivals
    Visit Habitify Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.37
    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 Habitify a good Todoist alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    3 habits
    Checked Oct 25, 2026habitify.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium (annual)
    $2.49/month billed annually
    Checked Oct 25, 2026habitify.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Lifetime
    $59.99 one-time
    Checked Oct 25, 2026habitify.me(opens source in a new tab)
    API
    Yes, plus Zapier and IFTTT
    Checked Oct 25, 2026habitify.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Users
    2 million+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026habitify.me(opens source in a new tab)

The best Todoist alternative for…

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

TickTick logo

Best Todoist alternative for most people

TickTick

Similar quick-add task list but with a built-in Pomodoro timer, habit tracker and calendar views on the cheaper plan.

Microsoft To Do logo

Best Todoist alternative for a free option

Microsoft To Do

Completely free and tied into Outlook, a simple switch for Microsoft 365 users.

Superlist logo

Best Todoist alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Superlist

From the Wunderlist team, mixing tasks and notes with shared lists on a free plan.

Super Productivity logo

Best Todoist alternative for open source

Super Productivity

Free and open source, with time tracking and Jira or GitHub issue import built in.

Vikunja logo

Best Todoist alternative for self-hosting

Vikunja

Open-source and self-hostable, with a built-in importer for Todoist projects.

Things logo

Best Todoist alternative for Mac

Things

A more polished, design-led option for people who live entirely on Apple devices and prefer a one-time purchase.

TickTick logo

Best Todoist alternative for Windows

TickTick

Similar quick-add task list but with a built-in Pomodoro timer, habit tracker and calendar views on the cheaper plan.

TickTick logo

Best Todoist alternative for Linux

TickTick

Similar quick-add task list but with a built-in Pomodoro timer, habit tracker and calendar views on the cheaper plan.

Habitify logo

Best Todoist alternative for iPhone and Android

Habitify

Tracks recurring habits with streaks and stats, which Todoist only does loosely.

TickTick logo

Best Todoist alternative for working in the browser

TickTick

Similar quick-add task list but with a built-in Pomodoro timer, habit tracker and calendar views on the cheaper plan.

Todoist alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Todoist?

TickTick ranks first right now. Similar quick-add task list but with a built-in Pomodoro timer, habit tracker and calendar views on the cheaper plan. Things and Microsoft To Do follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Todoist?

Yes. TickTick (free plan + paid), Microsoft To Do (free), Superlist (free plan + paid) and Super Productivity (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Todoist?

Yes: Super Productivity and Vikunja. Vikunja can also be self-hosted.

Which Todoist alternatives work on Linux?

TickTick and Super Productivity run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Todoist?

The complaints we hear most: free plan limits projects, filters and activity history; custom reminders and calendar layout require Pro; light on project-management features for bigger teams.

How is this list ranked?

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