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Taskpony vs TaskScratch
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 LinuxSelf-hostedWeb
Taskpony offers a focused, portable task manager for one person. Choose it when self-hosting and simple exports matter more than team features or mobile apps.
Visit Taskpony Free plan iPhoneMac
TaskScratch offers detailed task organization and Apple-device synchronization with a local-first privacy approach. Its platform and operating-system requirements limit it to compatible Apple users.
Visit TaskScratchThe facts
| Taskpony | TaskScratch | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Self-hosted, Web | iPhone, Mac |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | taskscratch.com |
| On to-do list apps | #89 of 150 | #85 of 150 |
Taskpony: what it does well
- Unlimited tasks and lists
- Self-hosted with Docker or Linux service
- CSV, PDF, clipboard, and print exports
- Daily backups with configurable retention
- No trackers or telemetry
What to know first
- Single-user only
- No Android or iOS app
- No built-in authentication
- SQLite only; no CalDAV
TaskScratch: what it does well
- Collections and nested Lists
- Today View for overdue and upcoming work
- Subtasks, tags, dates, reminders, and Markdown
- iCloud sync without an account
- No third-party servers or advertising frameworks
What to know first
- Apple platforms only
- Scratchpad does not sync to iCloud
- Requires iOS 17.6 or macOS 14.6
- One-time-purchase plan has no listed price
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