Category: Task Management

OmniFocus 3

Large feature set. Can work with both simple and advanced workflows. End-to-end encryption.

High learning curve. Mainly for Apple platforms.

One-time fee of $39.99 to $79.99 per platform OR subscription from $5 to $10.

macOS iPadOS iOS watchOS Web

OmniFocus 2

Balanced trade-off between simplicity and complexity. End-to-end encryption.

Too many features for many. No non-Apple platforms. Clunky on iPad.

Standard $39.99 (Either platforms) / Pro $79.99 (Mac) or $59.99 (iOS)

macOS iPadOS iOS watchOS

GTDNext

Tailored to GTD workflows. Moderate learning curve and easy even for beginners.

Slow development. No mobile clients. Some features still feel a bit unpolished or unfinished. No integrations with other apps.

Free tier available / $29 per year for premium features

Web

Todoist

Easy and sufficient for many who look for something simple. Cheap and runs almost anywhere. Gamification.

Too simple for many advanced use-cases. Few new features over the years.

Standard FREE / Premium $48 per year

macOS iPadOS iOS watchOS Windows Linux Web Android

Things 3

Beautiful, simplistic and powerful approach. Low to moderate learning curve. Great automation tools. Good keyboard integration.

Few options for customization. Missing some complex GTD power user features.

$49.99 (Mac), $9.99 (iPhone), $19.99 (iPad)

macOS iPadOS iOS watchOS

MyLifeOrganized

Highly complex suite for all task management needs. Can adapt to any workflow.

Expensive. Freedom of customizability can be intimidating.

Windows $29 (Standard) to $59 (Pro), Mobile Free (Standard) to $25-30 (Pro), optional subscription for Cloud sync

Windows iOS Android