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Google Tasks vs Things
Both stand on task management software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
Google Tasks provides core task planning with reminders, subtasks, recurring schedules, and broad Google Workspace connections. Its documented repetition and account-management limits matter for specialised workflows.
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Free trial iPhoneMac
Things focuses on task management across Apple devices, with recurring work, reminders, calendar connection, and offline mobile use. Its device-specific plans and 15-day trial provide a way to match the app to your hardware.
Visit ThingsThe facts
| Google Tasks | Things | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | iPhone, Mac |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Free or on request |
| Plans published | None | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Things |
| Website | tasks.google.com | culturedcode.com |
| On task management software | #31 of 59 | #54 of 59 |
Google Tasks: what it does well
- Works on web, iOS, and Android
- Supports subtasks, reminders, deadlines, and repeats
- Syncs lists across devices with one Google Account
- Connects dated tasks with Google Calendar
- Turns Gmail messages into linked tasks
What to know first
- Subtask-containing tasks cannot repeat
- Recurring tasks cannot move to another list
- Work and school access depends on an administrator
- One list allows 20,000 uncompleted tasks
Things: what it does well
- Recurring tasks and task reminders
- Calendar synchronisation
- Offline access on mobile
- Apple Watch and Vision Pro support
- 15-day trial available
What to know first
- No free plan
- Subtasks are not included
- No plan prices are listed
- Supports Apple platforms only
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