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Any.do vs HiBob

Any.do logo

Any.do

Software

To do list & planner

From
Free
Rated
-
HiBob logo

HiBob

Software

Modern HR for modern businesses

From
On request
Rated
-

The short version

  • Only Any.do has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Any.do bare-bones free plan: lacks recurring tasks and third-party integrations available only in paid plans; HiBob pricing not publicly displayed; requires contacting sales for custom quote
  • They diverge on capability: Any.do covers Task lists, HiBob covers Core HR.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where Any.do and HiBob differ
AttributeAny.doHiBob
Starting priceFreeOn request
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, AndroidWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20112015

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

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 HiBob

  • Core HR
  • Onboarding
  • Time Off Management
  • Performance Management
  • Compensation
  • People Analytics
  • Engagement
  • Microsoft Teams

Both cover

  • Slack
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Any.do

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

HiBob

  • Core HR system of record with automated workflowsnot Any.do
  • Performance management, learning and skills trackingnot Any.do
  • US and UK payroll, benefits and time trackingnot Any.do
  • Workforce planning and compensation review cyclesnot Any.do
  • Employee self-service for a distributed workforcenot 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

HiBob

  • Pricing not publicly displayed; requires contacting sales for custom quote
  • Limited payroll functionality compared to dedicated payroll platforms
  • Smaller integration ecosystem compared to larger HR platforms

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

HiBob

On request
  • Bob$undefined/month
    • Core HR
    • Onboarding
    • Time Off

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.

Choose HiBob if

  • You need core hr.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want onboarding.

Questions people ask

Is Any.do or HiBob better?
Neither clearly leads. Any.do starts at Free and HiBob at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Any.do or HiBob?
Any.do has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Any.do and On request for HiBob.
Does Any.do or HiBob run on more platforms?
Any.do runs on Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android. HiBob runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Any.do for free?
Yes. Any.do has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. HiBob starts at On request.
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 HiBob is typically brought in for.
What can Any.do do that HiBob cannot?
Any.do covers Task lists, Calendar integration, Reminders, Daily planner. HiBob covers Core HR, Onboarding, Time Off Management, Performance Management. Both handle Slack, Ios support, Android support.

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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HiBob: What modules does HiBob include?

HiBob includes Core HR, Time & Attendance, Performance & Goals, Compensation Management, Global Operations, and Analytics modules that can be selected based on organizational needs.

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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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HiBob: How is HiBob pricing calculated?

HiBob pricing is customized based on company size (1-49, 50-199, 200-999, or 1,000+ employees) and the specific modules selected. Pricing is on a per-employee basis.

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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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HiBob: Does HiBob offer a mobile app?

Yes, HiBob includes mobile app access as part of all plans, allowing employees to manage their HR tasks on the go.

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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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