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Donetick vs TODO
Both stand on to-do list apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+2
Donetick brings recurring schedules, group assignments, reminders, and self-hosting options into one task manager.
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TODO provides broad task-planning features on a free plan, including recurring work, collaboration, offline use, and multiple platforms. Local browser use does not require signup, while synchronization and shared lists require an account.
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| Donetick | TODO | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 3 | 1 |
| Maker | Donetick | Not published |
| Website | donetick.com | mytodoapp.com |
| On to-do list apps | #28 of 150 | #32 of 150 |
Donetick: what it does well
- Natural-language task entry recognizes dates, priorities, and labels.
- Supports daily through yearly, adaptive, and custom schedules.
- Offers four assignment strategies, including custom rules.
- Reminders include app, Telegram, push, and webhook options.
- Can be self-hosted with Docker or a downloaded binary.
What to know first
- Thing-based task triggers are unavailable on Basic.
- Donetick's supported platform list names web, iOS, and Android.
TODO: what it does well
- Free forever with no ads
- Supports recurring tasks and reminders
- Offers subtasks and automatic rollover
- Works across six listed platforms
- Provides offline web and mobile use
What to know first
- No free trial is offered
- An account is needed for cross-device sync
- MCP access requires sign-in and approval
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