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Toodledo alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Toodledo: dated, dense web interface, and subtasks require a paid plan. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Toodledo, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Remember The Milk currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Remember The Milk logoRemember The MilkFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +34 of 466.5
2Todoist logoTodoistFree plan + paidNoWeb, Windows, macOS +45 of 559.6
3Lunatask logoLunataskFree plan + paidNoWindows, macOS, Linux +24 of 455.3
  1. Remember The Milk logo

    1. Remember The MilkTop pick

    Best for: People who like search-driven smart lists and want native apps including Linux

    Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Toodledo

    Similar veteran service with smart lists and native desktop apps, including Linux.

    Pros

    • Powerful Smart Lists built from saved searches
    • Native apps on Mac, Windows, Linux and mobile
    • MilkScript automation and Outlook sync on Pro

    Cons

    • Subtasks and mobile reminders require Pro
    • Interface feels dated next to newer apps
    • Fewer planning views than TickTick or Todoist
    Visit Remember The Milk Details 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 Remember The Milk a good Toodledo alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Pro price
    $49.99 per year
    Checked Oct 25, 2026rememberthemilk.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Linux app
    Ubuntu and Fedora builds
    Checked Oct 25, 2026rememberthemilk.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Outlook sync
    Pro feature
    Checked Oct 25, 2026rememberthemilk.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Automation
    MilkScript
    Checked Oct 25, 2026rememberthemilk.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

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Toodledo

    A much more modern interface with filters and labels covering most of the same ground.

    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 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 Todoist a good Toodledo 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. Lunatask logo

    3. Lunatask

    Best for: Privacy-minded people, including those with ADHD, who want tasks, habits and journaling together

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Toodledo

    Tasks, habits, notes and journaling in one encrypted, modern app.

    Pros

    • End-to-end encryption of tasks, notes and journal
    • Tasks, habits, journaling and mood tracking in one app
    • Lifetime licence available as an alternative to subscribing

    Cons

    • Free plan limited to two areas of life
    • Calendar integrations require Premium
    • No web app; desktop and mobile apps only
    Visit Lunatask 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 Lunatask a good Toodledo alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Premium price
    $6/month billed annually, or $8 monthly
    Checked Oct 25, 2026lunatask.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Free plan
    Yes, 2 areas of life and 7 daily habits
    Checked Oct 25, 2026lunatask.app(opens source in a new tab)
    Lifetime licence
    $300 one-time
    Checked Oct 25, 2026lunatask.app(opens source in a new tab)
    End-to-end encryption
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026lunatask.app(opens source in a new tab)

The best Toodledo alternative for…

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

Remember The Milk logo

Best Toodledo alternative for most people

Remember The Milk

Similar veteran service with smart lists and native desktop apps, including Linux.

Nirvana logo

Best Toodledo alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Nirvana

Cleaner, GTD-focused web app with contexts and areas on a cheap Pro plan.

Todoist logo

Best Toodledo alternative for Mac

Todoist

A much more modern interface with filters and labels covering most of the same ground.

Amazing Marvin logo

Best Toodledo alternative for Windows

Amazing Marvin

Just as configurable, with time estimates, habits and planning tools in a newer app.

Lunatask logo

Best Toodledo alternative for Linux

Lunatask

Tasks, habits, notes and journaling in one encrypted, modern app.

Remember The Milk logo

Best Toodledo alternative for iPhone and Android

Remember The Milk

Similar veteran service with smart lists and native desktop apps, including Linux.

Remember The Milk logo

Best Toodledo alternative for working in the browser

Remember The Milk

Similar veteran service with smart lists and native desktop apps, including Linux.

Toodledo alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Toodledo?

Remember The Milk ranks first right now. Similar veteran service with smart lists and native desktop apps, including Linux. Nirvana and Todoist follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Toodledo?

Yes. Remember The Milk (free plan + paid), Nirvana (free plan + paid), Todoist (free plan + paid) and Lunatask (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Toodledo?

None of the 5 alternatives in this list is open source.

Which Toodledo alternatives work on Linux?

Remember The Milk, Todoist and Lunatask run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Toodledo?

The complaints we hear most: dated, dense web interface; subtasks require a paid plan; no native desktop apps.

How is this list ranked?

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