GTD Alternatives

Apps similar to GTD include Todoist, which has a free version. Other options are TickTick, Workflowy, ToDoList and Focalboard. Task Management Tools like GTD are a crowded field, with more than 25 alternatives for Mac, iPhone, Windows, the web and Android.

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  1. Todoist icon

    Todoist

     453 likes

    Organizes tasks efficiently with quick add scheduling, 60+ tool integrations, advanced language recognition for recurring tasks, and platform compatibility. It offers project templates, visual task priorities, and personalized productivity insights.

    352 Todoist alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • AppImageHub
    • Apple Watch
    • Snapcraft
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • Microsoft Outlook
    • Android Wear
    • Safari
    • Gmail
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • US flagUnited States
    Todoist screenshot 1
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  2. TickTick icon

    TickTick

     222 likes

    Organize tasks with lists, tags, and priorities. Share task lists with others, attach files, and set up to 5 reminders per task. Use checklist, note-taking, and Pomodoro timer features for productivity.

    462 TickTick alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Google Chrome
    • Android Wear
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • HK flagHong Kong SAR China
    TickTick screenshot 1
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  4. Workflowy icon

    Workflowy

     324 likes

    Offers limitless nested lists for outlining, instant sync on web and mobile, real-time collaboration, file and photo uploads, kanban boards, tagging, offline editing, hoisting for branch focus, content sharing, text highlighting, and Dropbox auto-backup.

    423 Workflowy alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • US flagUnited States
    Workflowy screenshot 1
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    Amazing Marvin icon
    Amazing Marvin

    A comprehensive task management app that employs behavioral psychology to enhance productivity. Features include customization, task organization, planning tools, timers, habit tracking, visual timeline, focus mode, procrastinati...

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  6. ToDoList icon

    ToDoList

     177 likes

    Organize projects with deeply nested tasks, multi-language support, and flexible XML storage. Streamline scheduling, customize printing with stylesheets, and collaborate efficiently on multiple projects, including IT and general GTD use, on Windows or Linux via WINE.

    375 ToDoList alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Wine
    • AU flagAustralia
    Application Window showing the default Task Tree View
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  9. EssentialPIM icon

    EssentialPIM

     78 likes

    The powerful, full-featured Personal Information Manager for Windows offering Email, Synchronization, Portability, Network support, Android and iOS versions.

    182 EssentialPIM alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • EE flagEstonia
    • European Union flagEU
    EssentialPIM screenshot 1
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  10. Amazing Marvin icon

    Amazing Marvin

     80 likes

    A comprehensive task management app that employs behavioral psychology to enhance productivity. Features include customization, task organization, planning tools, timers, habit tracking, visual timeline, focus mode, procrastination wizard, gamification, sync options, and mobile support.

    77 Amazing Marvin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • CH flagSwitzerland
    Amazing Marvin screenshot 1
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  11. MyLifeOrganized icon

    MyLifeOrganized

     110 likes

    MyLifeOrganized (MLO) is a personal task outliner and to-do list manager which will help you to organize your goals, projects and tasks into a tree.

    258 MyLifeOrganized alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • UA flagUkraine
    MyLifeOrganized screenshot 1
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  12. Task Coach icon

    Task Coach

     140 likes

    Task Coach is a simple open source todo manager to keep track of personal tasks and todo lists. It is designed for composite tasks, and also offers effort tracking, categories, notes and more.

    222 Task Coach alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • PortableApps.com
    • NL flagNetherlands
    • European Union flagEU
    Task editor with recurring task (release 0.71.2 on Windows XP)
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  13. Nirvana icon

    Nirvana

     80 likes

    Nirvana is a secure, cloud-based GTD® task manager accessible from your desktop web browser and mobile devices. If you have more to do than you can manage in your head, or if you want greater clarity of mind and focus in life, Nirvana is for you.

    275 Nirvana alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Mac
    • CA flagCanada
    Main App Screenshot
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  14. Everdo icon

    Everdo

     12 likes

    Task manager for Windows, Linux, Mac, and Android beta offering powerful yet user-friendly Getting Things Done features, privacy by design, local offline use, flexible sync options, no subscription requirements, and distraction-free organization for tasks and projects.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • US flagUnited States
    Everdo screenshot 1
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  15. GTDNext icon

    GTDNext

     36 likes

    Online task management app built by GTD enthusiasts for GTD enthusiasts.

    Outline style interface supports unlimited levels of sub-projects and tasks. 100% GTD compliant.

    GTD style lists, like waiting, scheduled, someday/maybe, next and focus.

    Advanced features allow for sequ.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • US flagUnited States
    GTD compliant lists
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