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Any.do vs Bluemail

Any.do logo

Any.do

Productivity

To do list & planner

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Bluemail logo

Bluemail

Productivity

Free multi-account email client from Blix with unified inbox, smart filters and calendar

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Any.do bare-bones free plan: lacks recurring tasks and third-party integrations available only in paid plans; Bluemail its AI features are minimal next to Spark or Canary, so users specifically wanting AI drafting or summaries will find it thin.
  • They diverge on capability: Any.do covers Task lists, Bluemail covers Unified inbox.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Any.do and Bluemail actually diverge.

Attributes where Any.do and Bluemail differ
AttributeAny.doBluemail
Pricing modelUnknownquote
PlatformsWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, AndroidWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Founded2011Unknown

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Productivity).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Any.do

  • Task lists
  • Calendar integration
  • Reminders
  • Daily planner
  • Voice input
  • Drag and drop
  • Smart suggestions
  • Focus mode

Only in Bluemail

  • Unified inbox
  • Smart filters
  • Colour-coded accounts
  • Integrated calendar
  • Snooze and reminders
  • Business tier

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Any.do

  • Personal task managementnot Bluemail
  • Daily planningnot Bluemail
  • Shopping listsnot Bluemail
  • Project managementnot Bluemail
  • Team collaborationnot Bluemail

Bluemail

  • Someone with five or more email accounts across providers who wants one free unified inboxnot Any.do
  • A user who wants automatic mail sorting without configuring rules by handnot Any.do
  • An IT team evaluating a lower-cost alternative to Outlook for a mixed-provider organisationnot Any.do
  • A budget-conscious user who does not need AI drafting or PGP encryption, just consolidationnot Any.do

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Any.do

  • Bare-bones free plan: lacks recurring tasks and third-party integrations available only in paid plans
  • Short planning window: only allows planning up to seven days ahead, limiting long-term project planning
  • Limited desktop performance: web and desktop versions struggle with functionality and responsiveness
  • Slow customer support: email support takes approximately 48 hours to respond
  • Missing drag-and-drop: inability to drag tasks between lists creates workflow friction

Bluemail

  • Its AI features are minimal next to Spark or Canary, so users specifically wanting AI drafting or summaries will find it thin.
  • The interface exposes a large number of settings and toggles, which makes initial setup slower than more opinionated clients.
  • Business pricing is not published, so an organisation has to go through a sales conversation to learn total cost.
  • Free-tier support is largely community forum and help articles rather than direct responsive support.
  • Some optional cloud features, such as certain sync and backup functions, have historically required a paid add-on despite the base app being free.

Pricing, plan by plan

Any.do

Free
  • Premium$7.99/month
    • Recurring tasks
    • Location reminders
    • WhatsApp reminders
  • Family$9.99/month
    • All Premium features
    • Family sharing space
    • Up to 4 members

Bluemail

Free
  • Bluemail$undefined/month
    • Free for individual use, unlimited accounts
    • Business tier priced per seat, contact sales
    • Optional cloud sync add-ons

Which should you pick?

Choose Any.do if

  • You need task lists.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android.
  • You also want calendar integration.
Any.do review

Choose Bluemail if

  • You need unified inbox.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android.
  • You also want smart filters.
Bluemail review

Questions people ask

Is Any.do or Bluemail better?
Neither clearly leads. Any.do starts at Free and Bluemail at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Any.do or Bluemail?
Any.do starts at Free and Bluemail at Free.
Does Any.do or Bluemail run on more platforms?
Any.do runs on Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android. Bluemail runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android.
Can I use Any.do for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Any.do best used for?
Any.do is most often used for personal task management, daily planning, shopping lists, project management. Of those, personal task management and daily planning are not what Bluemail is typically brought in for.
What can Any.do do that Bluemail cannot?
Any.do covers Task lists, Calendar integration, Reminders, Daily planner. Bluemail covers Unified inbox, Smart filters, Colour-coded accounts, Integrated calendar.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Any.do: Does Any.do have a free version?

Yes, Any.do offers a free plan with no time limit or credit card required. The free plan includes basic tasks, lists, calendar sync, and daily planner features. Premium features like recurring tasks, location reminders, and AI features require a paid subscription starting at $4.99/month.

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Bluemail: Is Bluemail really free?

Yes, for individual use with unlimited accounts; the paid tier is Blue Mail for Business, aimed at teams.

Any.do: Can you share tasks with other users?

Task sharing is limited on Any.do. With a single-user license, you cannot share personal tasks. Team collaboration requires purchasing additional licenses at $5 per user per month on top of your base plan.

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Bluemail: Does it support Gmail and Outlook together?

Yes, it unifies accounts from any of the major providers plus generic IMAP and SMTP in one inbox.

Any.do: Does Any.do integrate with Google Calendar?

Yes, Any.do syncs with Google Calendar, Outlook, and iCloud. However, users report some difficulties with the depth of Google Calendar integration compared to competing products.

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Bluemail: Does it have AI features like Spark or Canary?

Only basic smart filtering; it does not offer AI drafting or thread summarisation at the level of those competitors.

Any.do: Does Any.do work offline?

Any.do is primarily a cloud-based application and does not have robust offline functionality. The web and desktop versions sometimes struggle with performance when offline.

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Any.do: What platforms does Any.do support?

Any.do is available across desktop (Mac and Windows), web browsers, iOS, and Android, providing cross-platform access to your tasks and calendar.

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