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Google Tasks vs TidyCal

Google Tasks logo

Google Tasks

Calendars

Simple task management from Google

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
TidyCal logo

TidyCal

Calendars

Simple calendar management and booking

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Google Tasks no team collaboration or task assignment features; cannot share task lists; TidyCal lifetime plans regularly priced higher ($144 individual, $240 agency) but offered at discount on AppSumo
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Google Tasks and TidyCal actually diverge.

Attributes where Google Tasks and TidyCal differ
AttributeGoogle TasksTidyCal
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android, GmailWeb
Founded1998Unknown

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

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 Tasks

  • Task creation
  • Subtasks
  • Due dates
  • Multiple lists
  • Gmail integration
  • Gmail
  • Google Calendar
  • Google Workspace

Only in TidyCal

Nothing recorded that Google Tasks does not also cover.

What people use each for

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

Google Tasks

  • Schedulingnot TidyCal
  • Appointment bookingnot TidyCal
  • Time trackingnot TidyCal
  • Resource managementnot TidyCal
  • Team coordinationnot TidyCal

TidyCal

  • Appointment scheduling and booking for solopreneursnot Google Tasks
  • Team booking management with round robin functionalitynot Google Tasks
  • Scheduling across multiple calendar integrationsnot Google Tasks

Where each one falls short

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

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

TidyCal

  • Lifetime plans regularly priced higher ($144 individual, $240 agency) but offered at discount on AppSumo
  • Calendar connection limit of 1 on free plan may be limiting for multi-calendar users

Pricing, plan by plan

Google Tasks

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Google Tasks review.

TidyCal

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited bookings
    • Unlimited booking types
    • Paid bookings
  • Individual Lifetime$29/one-time
    • Auto-created meeting links
    • Group bookings
    • AI assistant
  • Agency Lifetime$79/one-time
    • Round robin and collective meetings
    • Dedicated team page
    • SMS reminders (US/Canada)
  • Pro Monthly$12/month
    • No branding
    • Custom domain
    • Priority support

Which should you pick?

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.
Google Tasks review

Choose TidyCal if

  • You want to start without paying.
TidyCal review

Questions people ask

Is Google Tasks or TidyCal better?
Neither clearly leads. Google Tasks starts at Free and TidyCal at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Google Tasks or TidyCal?
Google Tasks starts at Free and TidyCal at Free.
Does Google Tasks or TidyCal run on more platforms?
Google Tasks runs on Web, iOS, Android, Gmail. TidyCal runs on Web.
Can I use Google Tasks for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Google Tasks best used for?
Google Tasks is most often used for scheduling, appointment booking, time tracking, resource management. Of those, scheduling and appointment booking are not what TidyCal is typically brought in for.
What can Google Tasks do that TidyCal cannot?
Google Tasks covers Task creation, Subtasks, Due dates, Multiple lists.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Google 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.

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TidyCal: Does TidyCal have a free plan?

Yes, TidyCal offers a permanently free plan with unlimited bookings, all booking types, and basic features. Free users get 1 calendar connection.

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Google 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.

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TidyCal: What is the difference between lifetime and subscription plans?

Lifetime plans ($29-$79 one-time) are purchased once via AppSumo and offer permanent access. The monthly subscription plan costs $12/month or $99/year (annual) and renews continuously.

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Google 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.

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TidyCal: Does TidyCal charge per user or per booking?

TidyCal does not charge per user or per booking. Pricing is based on plan selection, not usage volume. All plans include unlimited bookings.

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Google 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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TidyCal: What calendar integrations are included in each plan?

The free plan includes 1 calendar connection. Individual and Pro plans include up to 10 connections. Agency and Pro plans include up to 25 calendar connections.

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