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Checkvist vs outl
Both stand on outliner software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+2
Checkvist pairs flexible list hierarchies with task details, sharing, and offline mobile access, including a substantial Free plan. PRO is $3.90 per month billed $39/year and adds task assignment, repeating tasks, and file storage.
Visit Checkvist Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+4
outl combines a local Markdown workflow with offline editing, encrypted device sync, and outliner features. Keep its public beta status and unsigned macOS DMG in mind.
Visit outlThe facts
| Checkvist | outl | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Yes |
| Runs on | Android, API, Extension, iPhone, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | PRO: $3.90 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 3 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | checkvist.com | outl.app |
| On outliner software | #2 of 31 | #1 of 31 |
Checkvist: what it does well
- Free plan includes unlimited hierarchical lists and collaboration.
- Tasks support due dates, tags, priorities, and progress counters.
- Mobile web app works offline on iOS and Android.
- Lists can be shared with access controls.
- 14-day PRO trial requires no credit card.
What to know first
- PRO costs $3.90 per month, billed $39/year.
- MCP access for AI assistants is a PRO feature.
- Inactive non-PRO user data is removed after one year following email warnings.
outl: what it does well
- Free and MIT licensed
- Works offline and supports Markdown
- Syncs directly between devices on the same Wi-Fi
- Includes backlinks, tags, and a daily journal
What to know first
- The product is pre-1.0 and builds are public beta
- The macOS desktop DMG is currently unsigned
- Real-time collaboration is not supported
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