Calendar & Time Management · head to head
Float vs Google Tasks
Float
Calendar & Time Management
Resource management for agencies and teams
- From
- $6/month
- Rated
- -
Google Tasks
Calendar & Time Management
Simple task management from Google
- From
- Free
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Only Google Tasks has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Float web-only platform without native desktop applications; Google Tasks no team collaboration or task assignment features; cannot share task lists
- They diverge on capability: Float covers Resource scheduling, Google Tasks covers Task creation.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Float and Google Tasks actually diverge.
| Attribute | Float | Google Tasks |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $6/month | Free |
| Pricing model | subscription | Unknown |
| Free tier | No | Yes |
| Platforms | Web, Ios, Android | Web, iOS, Android, Gmail |
| Founded | 2011 | 1998 |
Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Calendar & Time Management).
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 Float
- Resource scheduling
- Capacity planning
- Time tracking
- Project planning
- Reports
- Asana
- Jira
- Teamwork
Only in Google Tasks
- Task creation
- Subtasks
- Due dates
- Multiple lists
- Gmail integration
- Gmail
- Google Calendar
- Google Workspace
Both cover
- Web support
- Ios support
- Android support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Float
- Scheduling
- Appointment booking
- Time tracking
- Resource management
- Team coordination
Google Tasks
- Scheduling
- Appointment booking
- Time tracking
- Resource management
- Team coordination
Both are used for scheduling, appointment booking, time tracking, resource management, team coordination, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Float
- Web-only platform without native desktop applications
- No offline mode for resource planning
- Limited reporting customization on lower-tier plans
- No built-in payroll or invoicing features
Google Tasks
- No team collaboration or task assignment features; cannot share task lists
- No priority levels beyond a binary star; cannot rank tasks by priority (P1, P2, P3)
- No subtasks, task dependencies, or complex hierarchies
- No file attachments; cannot attach documents, images, or links directly to tasks
- Lacks work visualization tools like Gantt charts, Kanban boards, or project timelines
- Limited reminder functionality for task deadlines
- No third-party service integrations; requires full Google ecosystem dependency
Pricing, plan by plan
Float
$6/month- Starter$6/month
- Resource scheduling
- Time off
- Basic reports
- Pro$10/month
- Time tracking
- Budget tracking
- Advanced reports
Google Tasks
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Google Tasks review.
Which should you pick?
Choose Float if
- You need resource scheduling.
- You work on Web, Ios, Android.
- You also want capacity planning.
Choose Google Tasks if
- You need task creation.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android, Gmail.
- You also want subtasks.
Questions people ask
- Is Float or Google Tasks better?
- Neither clearly leads. Float starts at $6/month and Google Tasks at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Float or Google Tasks?
- Google Tasks has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $6/month for Float and Free for Google Tasks.
- Does Float or Google Tasks run on more platforms?
- Float runs on Web, Ios, Android. Google Tasks runs on Web, iOS, Android, Gmail.
- Can I use Google Tasks for free?
- Yes. Google Tasks has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Float starts at $6/month.
- What is Float best used for?
- Float is most often used for scheduling, appointment booking, time tracking, resource management.
- What can Float do that Google Tasks cannot?
- Float covers Resource scheduling, Capacity planning, Time tracking, Project planning. Google Tasks covers Task creation, Subtasks, Due dates, Multiple lists. Both handle Web support, Ios support, Android support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Float: What does Float pricing start at?
Float's Starter plan begins at $7 per user per month for basic resource scheduling and capacity management. The Pro plan costs $12 per user per month with advanced features like estimates and actuals tracking.
SourceGoogle Tasks: Is Google Tasks truly free?
Yes, Google Tasks is completely free with no hidden costs or premium version. You get full access to all features with any free Google account, on both web and mobile.
SourceFloat: Is Float independent or backed by investors?
Float is independent and self-funded. The company is a B Corp certified since 2024 and is profitable. It has never raised venture funding and operates with a fully remote team.
SourceGoogle Tasks: Does Google Tasks work offline?
Google Tasks on Android and iOS apps support offline reading and editing with automatic sync when back online. However, the desktop web version at tasks.google.com requires an active internet connection.
SourceFloat: What platforms does Float support?
Float is a web-based platform accessible through modern browsers. It provides visual resource management, scheduling, capacity planning, time tracking, and forecasting tools.
SourceGoogle Tasks: How does Google Tasks integrate with Gmail and Google Calendar?
Google Tasks has native integration with Gmail, allowing you to convert emails into tasks with one click. Tasks with due dates automatically appear in Google Calendar as all-day items, and you can manage tasks from within Calendar without opening a separate tab.
SourceGoogle Tasks: Can I assign tasks to other people in Google Tasks?
No, Google Tasks has no team collaboration features. You cannot assign tasks to others, share task lists, or add comments within Google Tasks itself, making it unsuitable for team-based work.
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