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LiquidPlanner vs Todoist

LiquidPlanner logo

LiquidPlanner

Software

Predictive project management

From
On request
Rated
-
Todoist logo

Todoist

Software

The world's #1 task manager and to-do list app

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Only Todoist has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: LiquidPlanner rebranded to Tempo Portfolio Manager; the pricing page shows no published figures, only an early access sign-up; Todoist no built-in time tracking for tasks; requires third-party integration like Toggl
  • They diverge on capability: LiquidPlanner covers Predictive scheduling, Todoist covers Natural language input.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which LiquidPlanner and Todoist actually diverge.

Attributes where LiquidPlanner and Todoist differ
AttributeLiquidPlannerTodoist
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWebWeb, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows
Founded20062007

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 LiquidPlanner

  • Predictive scheduling
  • Resource management
  • Time tracking
  • Analytics
  • Workload management
  • Jira
  • Salesforce
  • SOC 2

Only in Todoist

  • Natural language input
  • Recurring tasks
  • Projects and sub-tasks
  • Labels and filters
  • Priority levels
  • Productivity tracking
  • Templates
  • Notifications

Both cover

  • Slack

What people use each for

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

LiquidPlanner

  • Productivitynot Todoist
  • Collaborationnot Todoist
  • Task managementnot Todoist
  • Organizationnot Todoist

Todoist

  • Personal task managementnot LiquidPlanner
  • Team project coordinationnot LiquidPlanner
  • Goal trackingnot LiquidPlanner
  • Habit buildingnot LiquidPlanner
  • Daily planningnot LiquidPlanner

Where each one falls short

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

LiquidPlanner

  • Rebranded to Tempo Portfolio Manager; the pricing page shows no published figures, only an early access sign-up

Todoist

  • No built-in time tracking for tasks; requires third-party integration like Toggl
  • Free plan limited to 5 personal projects only
  • No Gantt charts, resource allocation, or advanced project management features for large enterprises
  • Phone support not available; email and help center only
  • Calendar view and advanced filtering only available on paid plans

Pricing, plan by plan

LiquidPlanner

On request
  • Essentials$15/month
    • Project management
    • Basic scheduling
  • Professional$25/month
    • Predictive scheduling
    • Resource management
    • Analytics

Todoist

Free
  • BeginnerFree
    • 5 personal projects
    • Smart Quick Add
    • Task reminders
  • Pro$5/month
    • 300 personal projects
    • Calendar layout
    • Custom task reminders
  • Business$8/month
    • Everything in Pro
    • Shared team workspace
    • Up to 500 team projects

Which should you pick?

Choose LiquidPlanner if

  • You need predictive scheduling.
  • You also want resource management.

Choose Todoist if

  • You need natural language input.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows.
  • You also want recurring tasks.

Questions people ask

Is LiquidPlanner or Todoist better?
Neither clearly leads. LiquidPlanner starts at On request and Todoist at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, LiquidPlanner or Todoist?
Todoist has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for LiquidPlanner and Free for Todoist.
Does LiquidPlanner or Todoist run on more platforms?
LiquidPlanner runs on Web. Todoist runs on Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows.
Can I use Todoist for free?
Yes. Todoist has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. LiquidPlanner starts at On request.
What is LiquidPlanner best used for?
LiquidPlanner is most often used for productivity, collaboration, task management, organization. Of those, productivity and collaboration are not what Todoist is typically brought in for.
What can LiquidPlanner do that Todoist cannot?
LiquidPlanner covers Predictive scheduling, Resource management, Time tracking, Analytics. Todoist covers Natural language input, Recurring tasks, Projects and sub-tasks, Labels and filters. Both handle Slack.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Todoist: Does Todoist work offline?

Basic editing and task management work offline, but advanced features like syncing reminders and shared updates require internet connectivity.

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Todoist: Does Todoist have a free plan and what does it include?

Yes, Todoist offers a free Beginner plan with 5 personal projects, Smart Quick Add, task reminders, flexible layouts, 3 filter views, and 1 week activity history. More advanced features require the Pro or Business plans.

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Todoist: Can I use Todoist on mobile devices?

Yes, Todoist offers native apps for both iOS and Android with over 30 million downloads. Mobile apps provide full task management functionality across devices.

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Todoist: What integrations does Todoist support?

Todoist integrates with over 100 apps including Slack, Google Calendar, Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Gmail, and Toggl Track. Additional integrations are available through Zapier, Make, and IFTTT automation platforms.

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Todoist: How much does Todoist cost?

Free plan is $0. Pro plan costs $5/month (billed annually) or $7/month (monthly billing). Business plan costs $8/month per user (annual) or $10/month per user (monthly), as of December 2025.

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