Software · head to head
Google Analytics vs Any.do
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Google Analytics data retention limited to maximum 26 months on standard properties, with automatic deletion after retention period expires; Any.do bare-bones free plan: lacks recurring tasks and third-party integrations available only in paid plans
- They diverge on capability: Google Analytics covers Real-time analytics, Any.do covers Task lists.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Google Analytics and Any.do actually diverge.
| Attribute | Google Analytics | Any.do |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | freemium | Unknown |
| Platforms | Web | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Founded | 1998 | 2011 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), 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 Google Analytics
- Real-time analytics
- Audience insights
- Acquisition tracking
- Behavior flow
- Conversion tracking
- Custom reports
- Mobile analytics
- E-commerce tracking
Only in Any.do
- Task lists
- Calendar integration
- Reminders
- Daily planner
- Voice input
- Drag and drop
- Smart suggestions
- Focus mode
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Google Analytics
- Website and web application analyticsnot Any.do
- Event tracking and user behaviour analysisnot Any.do
- Traffic source and conversion trackingnot Any.do
Any.do
- Personal task managementnot Google Analytics
- Daily planningnot Google Analytics
- Shopping listsnot Google Analytics
- Project managementnot Google Analytics
- Team collaborationnot Google Analytics
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Google Analytics
- Data retention limited to maximum 26 months on standard properties, with automatic deletion after retention period expires
- Large and XL properties capped at 2-month data retention only
- Age, gender, and interest data always expire after 2 months regardless of retention settings
- Free tier does not include GA360 advanced features
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
Pricing, plan by plan
Google Analytics
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Google Analytics review.
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
Which should you pick?
Choose Google Analytics if
- You need real-time analytics.
- You want to start without paying.
- You also want audience insights.
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.
Questions people ask
- Is Google Analytics or Any.do better?
- Neither clearly leads. Google Analytics starts at Free and Any.do at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Google Analytics or Any.do?
- Google Analytics starts at Free and Any.do at Free.
- Does Google Analytics or Any.do run on more platforms?
- Google Analytics runs on Web. Any.do runs on Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android.
- Can I use Google Analytics for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Google Analytics best used for?
- Google Analytics is most often used for website and web application analytics, event tracking and user behaviour analysis, traffic source and conversion tracking. Of those, website and web application analytics and event tracking and user behaviour analysis are not what Any.do is typically brought in for.
- What can Google Analytics do that Any.do cannot?
- Google Analytics covers Real-time analytics, Audience insights, Acquisition tracking, Behavior flow. Any.do covers Task lists, Calendar integration, Reminders, Daily planner.
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.
SourceAny.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.
SourceAny.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.
SourceAny.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.
SourceAny.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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