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Principal Task vs Sorted³
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 AndroidiPhoneWeb
Principal Task covers everyday task lists and detailed GTD-style organization on web and mobile. Its always-online design and Premium-only advanced views should guide plan selection.
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Free plan iPhoneMac
Sorted³ covers core task-planning needs on iOS and macOS, with free plans for both. PRO adds scheduling, sync, attachments, backup, and icon options at different listed prices for each platform.
Visit Sorted³The facts
| Principal Task | Sorted³ | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | iPhone, Mac |
| Lowest paid plan | Premium (annual): $24 a year | See the plans |
| Plans published | 4 | 7 |
| Maker | Principal Task | Not published |
| Website | principaltask.com | sortedapp.com |
| On to-do list apps | #59 of 150 | #55 of 150 |
Principal Task: what it does well
- Available on web, iOS, and Android
- Supports recurring tasks, reminders, and unlimited-depth subtasks
- Organizes tasks by multiple attributes
- Includes free Task Velocity scoring
- Offers Kanban boards on Premium
What to know first
- No offline access
- Real-time syncing requires internet
- Kanban and history features require Premium
- Free plan has basic MCP
Sorted³: what it does well
- Free plans are listed for both platforms.
- Supports recurring tasks and reminders.
- Includes calendar sync and subtasks.
- PRO adds Auto Schedule and iCloud Sync.
What to know first
- Available on iOS and macOS only.
- PRO is $14.99 a month on iOS.
- macOS PRO is $24.99 a month.
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