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Top To-do Lists & Task Managers like Superlist

The most popular alternative to Superlist is Todoist, which has a free version. Other great alternatives to Superlist are TickTick, Microsoft To Do, Any.do, and Things 3.

Most alternatives to Superlist are in the To-do Lists & Task Managers category, compared here by price, platform and features.

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  1. Todoist is a task manager by Doist that captures tasks quickly with natural language dates, such as every Monday at 9am, and organizes them into projects, sections, labels and filters. It runs on almost every platform, offers list, board and calendar layouts, supports shared projects for small teams and integrates with calendars, email and many other apps.

    12 Todoist alternatives

    Pros

    • Fast natural language capture for dates and recurring tasks
    • Runs on almost every platform with reliable sync
    • Projects, labels and filters scale from simple to complex lists

    Cons

    • Several useful features are limited to paid plans
    • Collaboration is basic for larger team projects
    • No built-in time tracking without integrations
    Cost / License
    FreemiumProprietary
  2. TickTick is a cross-platform to-do app that combines tasks and checklists with a built-in calendar, habit tracker and Pomodoro focus timer. It understands dates typed in natural language, offers list, Kanban and timeline views, and a Premium subscription unlocks the full calendar views and higher limits.

    11 TickTick alternatives

    Pros

    • Tasks, calendar, habit tracker and Pomodoro timer in one app
    • Natural language dates speed up task entry
    • Available on nearly every platform, including browser extensions

    Cons

    • Full calendar views require Premium
    • The packed feature set can make the interface feel busy
    Cost / License
    FreemiumProprietary
  3. Microsoft To Do is a free task manager, the successor to Wunderlist, that syncs lists, reminders and recurring tasks across devices with a Microsoft account. Its My Day view helps pick what to tackle today, lists can be shared with family or colleagues, and flagged Outlook emails and Planner tasks show up next to personal to-dos.

    9 Microsoft To Do alternatives

    Pros

    • Completely free with a Microsoft account
    • My Day view keeps daily planning simple
    • Flagged Outlook emails and Planner tasks appear next to your to-dos

    Cons

    • No board or timeline views for organizing projects
    • Few integrations outside the Microsoft ecosystem
    Cost / License
    FreeProprietary
  4. Any.do is a task manager and daily planner that brings lists, reminders and a calendar together, with a planning routine to review what lies ahead each day. It syncs across mobile, desktop and the web, can send reminders through WhatsApp, and offers shared spaces for families and small teams on paid plans.

    10 Any.do alternatives

    Pros

    • Lists, reminders and calendar combined in a clean app
    • Daily planning routine helps review the day ahead
    • Reminders can be delivered through WhatsApp

    Cons

    • Many useful features sit behind the Premium subscription
    • Less suited to complex projects than full task managers
    Cost / License
    FreemiumProprietary
  5. Things is a personal task manager from Cultured Code, built exclusively for Apple devices with a clean, focused design. Tasks flow through Inbox, Today, Upcoming and Someday lists and can be grouped into projects and areas, with Things Cloud syncing everything for free. The apps are one-time purchases rather than a subscription, and there is no web or team version.

    11 Things 3 alternatives

    Pros

    • Clean, focused design that makes planning pleasant
    • One-time purchase instead of a subscription
    • Free Things Cloud sync across Apple devices

    Cons

    • Apple-only, with no Windows, Android or web version
    • No collaboration or shared lists
    • Mac, iPhone and iPad versions are sold separately
    Cost / License
    PaidProprietary
    Platforms
  6. Notion combines notes, documents, databases and project management in a flexible block-based workspace, with an integrated AI assistant.

    17 Notion alternatives

    Pros

    • Docs, wikis and databases combined in one flexible workspace
    • Large template gallery for roadmaps, trackers and wikis
    • Real-time collaboration with comments, mentions and an API

    Cons

    • Databases and relations take time to master
    • Offline access is limited compared with local-first apps
    • Large workspaces can feel slow to load
    Cost / License
    FreemiumProprietary
  7. Akiflow collects tasks from email, Slack, Notion, Asana, Todoist and other tools into one inbox, then lets you time-block them on your calendar with drag and drop. A command bar with natural language input and keyboard shortcuts suits people who live in their calendar and juggle many meetings and sources of work.

    9 Akiflow alternatives

    Pros

    • Pulls tasks from email, Slack, Notion and more into one inbox
    • Drag-and-drop time blocking straight onto your calendar
    • Command bar and keyboard shortcuts make capture very fast

    Cons

    • No free plan, and the subscription is on the expensive side
    • Connecting every source and building the habit takes time
    • Not designed for team project management
    Cost / License
    Free trialProprietary
  8. Google Tasks is a free, minimal task manager tied to your Google account. Tasks can be created from Gmail messages, appear on their dates in Google Calendar and sync to the mobile apps, with support for subtasks, due dates and repeating tasks. It suits people who want basic lists inside Google Workspace rather than a full productivity system.

    8 Google Tasks alternatives

    Pros

    • Free and built into Gmail and Google Calendar
    • Turns an email into a task in a couple of clicks
    • Minimal interface with practically no learning curve

    Cons

    • No labels, priority levels or advanced filters
    • Very limited sharing and collaboration options
    • No dedicated desktop app
    Cost / License
    FreeProprietary
  9. OmniFocus is a task manager from The Omni Group designed around the Getting Things Done method, with projects, tags, defer and due dates, and regular reviews. Custom perspectives and Omni Automation scripts let power users shape it to their own system. It runs on Mac, iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch, with a web version for subscribers and encrypted sync.

    8 OmniFocus alternatives

    Pros

    • Deep GTD support with projects, tags, defer dates and reviews
    • Custom perspectives and automation scripts for power users
    • Native apps across Mac, iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch

    Cons

    • Steep learning curve for people new to GTD
    • Expensive compared with most to-do apps
    • No native apps for Windows or Android
    Cost / License
    Free trialProprietary
    Platforms

Superlist vs its alternatives at a glance

Pricing, platforms and the key features of Superlist, compared with its most popular alternatives.

Superlist vs its alternatives at a glance
AppPricingPlatformsAI assistantCross-device syncIntegrationsReal-time collaborationReminders
SuperlistFreemiumWeb, Windows, Mac, iPhone, Android
TodoistFreemiumWeb, Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, Android, Browser extension
TickTickFreemiumWeb, Windows, Mac, iPhone, Android, Browser extension
Microsoft To DoFreeWeb, Windows, Mac, iPhone, Android
Any.doFreemiumWeb, Windows, Mac, iPhone, Android, Browser extension
Things 3PaidMac, iPhone

Superlist alternatives: frequently asked questions

What is the best alternative to Superlist?

The most popular alternative to Superlist is Todoist: Cross-platform task manager with natural language input. Other great alternatives are TickTick, Microsoft To Do, Any.do, and Things 3.

Is there a free alternative to Superlist?

Yes, 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan, including Todoist, TickTick, Microsoft To Do, and Any.do.

Is there an open source alternative to Superlist?

No open source alternative to Superlist is listed yet.

Is Superlist free?

Superlist has a free plan, with paid plans that unlock more features.

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