Notion AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Todo List Managers

The best Todo List Manager alternative to Notion is Obsidian, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Notion and many of them are Todo List Managers so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Todo List Manager alternatives to Notion are Anytype, AppFlowy, Joplin and Microsoft OneNote.

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  1. Obsidian icon

    Obsidian

     1107 likes

    Privacy-oriented note-taking app for non-linear thinking, blending knowledge graph creation with wiki-style linking. Supports Markdown, end-to-end encryption, and plugins for customization. Offers distraction-free mode, tags, themes, syntax highlighting, and operates offline without tracking.

    201 Obsidian alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Snapcraft
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • Safari
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • AppImage
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    Obsidian vs Notion Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Duplicake
    1

    Just an amazing free note-taking app where you own your data. The only issue is it's not open source.

    Cioccolata Russo
    Positive
    0

    I like Obsidian as the best Notion alternative because it's totally free, you can use almost every feature of it without paying a dime, and while there are AI user plugins, it's not integrated into Obsidian like it is with Notion.

    Rezzenonne
    Positive
    0

    For what I use these applications, Obsidian would be my go to if they didn’t lock cross device syncing behind a paywall.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    3 of 11 comments
    • Obsidian is Freemium and ProprietaryNotion is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Obsidian is Lightweight and Privacy focusedNotion is not according to our users
  2. Anytype icon

    Anytype

     282 likes

    Manage notes, tasks, and projects offline with Markdown support. Enjoy encrypted storage, P2P syncing, and powerful dynamic collections across all devices, while allowing redistribution and modification for non-commercial uses.

    153 Anytype alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
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    Anytype vs Notion Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    t_me
    4

    Anytype has many advantages, but two are fundamentally important to me: 1) Anytype is privacy focused (only you can access your data), 2) Anytype is blazing fast and the workflow is uninterrupted. However, Anytype is still in open beta and lacks Notion's database relations and rollups. But they are on the roadmap and the devs are very active and responding to the communities needs. I have moved my second brain to Anytype and do not regret it.

    Mutant
    Positive
    -3

    Anytype vs notion, notion wins. Anytype vs obsidian, anytype wins

    suvi967
    Positive
    1

    I love it as a note-taking app. At first, it was a little confusing, but I really like it. My only problem with it, is a bit about the design of the notes, I wish I could change the size and make zoom.

    3 of 13 comments
    • Anytype is Freemium and ProprietaryNotion is also Freemium and Proprietary
    • Anytype is Privacy focused and LightweightNotion is not according to our users
  4. AppFlowy icon

    AppFlowy

     194 likes

    Open-source workspace offering complete data control, deep customization via themes, plugins, and templates, native multi-platform support using Flutter and Rust, offline access, privacy features, collaborative tools, and easy extensibility for all users.

    103 AppFlowy alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Android
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    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • Rust
    • Flathub
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    AppFlowy vs Notion Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Baptiste THIVEND
    1

    Simple to install and efficient. In heavy development, as of Q3 2023 there's still for improvement to reach all Notion's possibility, however at the rythm of a release every month, it should be rapidly do the job for a small team.

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    1

    It's still in development. Only functions to take notes at this time.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Christoph
    0

    It has that Notion feel (blocks, collaborative real-time editing etc.) but some functions still need more debugging. Publishing pages is blocked for some users, you have to contact support and support is not responsive. However, it is under steady development and looks promising.

    3 of 8 comments
    • AppFlowy is Freemium and Open SourceNotion is Freemium and Proprietary
    • AppFlowy is Privacy focused and LightweightNotion is not according to our users
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  6. Joplin icon

    Joplin

     888 likes

    Open source app for managing notes and to-dos with Markdown support. Syncs seamlessly across devices using services like Dropbox and OneDrive. Offers end-to-end encrypted synchronicity, offline access, rich import/export options, and a Web Clipper for browsers.

    121 Joplin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • F-Droid
    • Cloudron
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • Termux
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    Joplin vs Notion Comments
    Johxz
    Negative
    11

    Oh come on who added Joplin as alternative to Notion? haha :D Joplin is very far behind what Notion offers. Joplin don't have a tree organization structure, don't have nodes, blocks, properties, custom properties, todo, list, tasks, wiki, calendar, node links, templates, icons, etc. Joplin is just a simple note taken app nothing more. Notion allow you all I mention, you can plan track your projects, life and more.

    Guest
    Positive
    4

    If the devs will keep developing this app it could be the biggest competitor for Evernote.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    martinzeman
    Negative
    0

    Notion is not just a note taking app, it's also a database mananger, Joplin does not come close.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Joplin is Freemium and Open SourceNotion is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Joplin is Privacy focused, Lightweight and MinimalisticNotion is not according to our users
  7. Microsoft OneNote icon

    Microsoft OneNote

     1139 likes

    Comprehensive digital notebook offering organizers, shared notes, multi-device syncing, and optical character recognition, plus cloud-based data management for efficient information handling and accessibility.

    161 Microsoft OneNote alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Windows Phone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Wear
    • Kindle Fire
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    Microsoft OneNote vs Notion Comments
    Wesley Jensen
    Positive
    1

    Not as effortless as a wiki as Notion. More notes focused, with good drawing features. Powerful as a desktop app.

    Azazel
    Positive
    0

    More ways to control how note text appears, allowing you to maximize contrast and readability. In Notion you're locked in to just a few washed out swatches. And in Onenote you can change the font-face to any of those installed on your device. Never thought these features would be a luxury before trying Notion and not finding them there.

    • Microsoft OneNote is Freemium and ProprietaryNotion is also Freemium and Proprietary
  8. Standard Notes icon

    Standard Notes

     692 likes

    Secure note-taking app with end-to-end encryption, unlimited syncing across all platforms, offline access, detailed organization through tags, strong passcode and biometric protections, and premium features like encrypted files, themes, web clipper, super note types, and hardware key support.

    137 Standard Notes alternatives

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    • Online
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    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • F-Droid
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    Standard Notes vs Notion Comments
    LordMax
    Negative
    12

    It's a really good note app but not similar to notion

    Mario Mazzoli
    Positive
    3

    Good for notes, fantastic for spreadsheets, but Notion is still superior for table content.

    • Standard Notes is Freemium and Open SourceNotion is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Standard Notes is Privacy focused, Minimalistic and Security-focusedNotion is not according to our users
  10. AFFiNE icon

    AFFiNE

     112 likes

    Open-source, privacy-focused workspace combining note-taking, project and task management, Kanban board, interactive whiteboard, Pomodoro timer, Markdown support, offline access, real-time team collaboration with @mentions, goal tracking, subtasks, and customizable features.

    146 AFFiNE alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
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    • Online
    • Android
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    • Self-Hosted
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    AFFiNE vs Notion Comments
    adri66
    Positive
    0

    Notion like but open source

    sergey27564
    Positive
    0

    The whiteboard functional is great and helps to manage tasks and projects better

    • AFFiNE is Freemium and Open SourceNotion is Freemium and Proprietary
    • AFFiNE is Privacy focused and LightweightNotion is not according to our users
  11. Simplenote icon

    Simplenote

     604 likes

    Made by the company behind WordPress, Simplenote enables users to take notes, lists, and ideas. These notes are stored on the cloud and are accessible across multiple devices.

    128 Simplenote alternatives

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    • Mac
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    • Online
    • Android
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    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Simplenote vs Notion Comments
    Serely Lalla
    Negative
    14

    Notion is wiki-styled, you can make databases, custom templates, making tables. Simple notes is just a plain notebook software.

    Wesley Jensen
    Negative
    1

    Simplenote is, well, much simpler and note-focused.

    martinzeman
    Negative
    0

    Simplenote is a trivial note taking app with limited Markdown support that cannot compete with Notion's feature set by any stretch of the imagination.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    • Simplenote is Free and Open SourceNotion is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Simplenote is Lightweight and MinimalisticNotion is not according to our users
  12. TiddlyWiki icon

    TiddlyWiki

     308 likes

    TiddlyWiki is a single html file with all the characteristics of a wiki - including all of the functionality (including editing, saving, tagging and searching) and the style sheet. Because its a single file, its very portable - you can email it, put it on a web server or share...

    184 TiddlyWiki alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Xfce
    • RemoteStorage
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  14. CherryTree icon

    CherryTree

     322 likes

    Hierarchical note-taking software that is free, open-source, cross-platform. Features include rich text, syntax highlighting, multi-level lists, embedded files, customizable interface, code execution, PDF export, spell check, images & tables, and comprehensive project management support.

    111 CherryTree alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
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    CherryTree vs Notion Comments
    MaxRenn
    Negative
    5

    It's just a hierarchical note taking app. Not as powerful as Notion.

    Wesley Jensen
    0

    Very good notes app, but has no mobile app.

    LordMax
    Positive
    -1

    It's really good, free, portable etc The proble is the proprietary file system and it doens't work online

    • CherryTree is Free and Open SourceNotion is Freemium and Proprietary
    • CherryTree is Privacy focusedNotion is not according to our users
  15. Docmost icon

    Docmost

     46 likes

    Docmost is an open-source collaborative wiki and documentation software. It is an open-source alternative to Confluence and Notion.

    105 Docmost alternatives

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Docker
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