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Mailbrew vs Todoist

Mailbrew logo

Mailbrew

News

Your personalized daily digest from across the web

From
Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
Todoist logo

Todoist

Productivity

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

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Mailbrew free tier has limited digest count, source limits, and length restrictions; Todoist no built-in time tracking for tasks; requires third-party integration like Toggl
  • They diverge on capability: Mailbrew covers Custom digests, Todoist covers Natural language input.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Mailbrew and Todoist actually diverge.

Attributes where Mailbrew and Todoist differ
AttributeMailbrewTodoist
PlatformsWebWeb, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows
CategoryNewsProductivity
Founded20192007

Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (Unknown), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated).

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 Mailbrew

  • Custom digests
  • Multiple sources
  • Email delivery
  • Scheduling
  • Content filtering
  • Twitter
  • Reddit
  • RSS

Only in Todoist

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

What people use each for

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

Mailbrew

  • Content curationnot Todoist
  • News aggregationnot Todoist
  • Information managementnot Todoist

Todoist

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

Where each one falls short

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

Mailbrew

  • Free tier has limited digest count, source limits, and length restrictions
  • Requires upfront configuration and personalization effort to find settings suited to individual needs
  • Shows all sources without deduplication, potentially resulting in duplicate content in digests
  • Depends on upstream third-party APIs (Twitter, Reddit, YouTube) that can change terms or rate limits independently

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

Mailbrew

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Multiple digest sources
    • Email digest delivery
    • Limited digest count
  • Paid$undefined/mo
    • Unlimited digests
    • Unlimited sources
    • No length limits

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 Mailbrew if

  • You need custom digests.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want multiple sources.
Mailbrew review

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.
Todoist review

Questions people ask

Is Mailbrew or Todoist better?
Neither clearly leads. Mailbrew starts at Free and Todoist at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Mailbrew or Todoist?
Mailbrew starts at Free and Todoist at Free.
Does Mailbrew or Todoist run on more platforms?
Mailbrew runs on Web. Todoist runs on Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows.
Can I use Mailbrew for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Mailbrew best used for?
Mailbrew is most often used for content curation, news aggregation, information management. Of those, content curation and news aggregation are not what Todoist is typically brought in for.
What can Mailbrew do that Todoist cannot?
Mailbrew covers Custom digests, Multiple sources, Email delivery, Scheduling. Todoist covers Natural language input, Recurring tasks, Projects and sub-tasks, Labels and filters.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Mailbrew: Is Mailbrew free?

Yes, Mailbrew is free to use as of 2026 after Evernomic's acquisition in November 2025. Free tier includes limited digest count, source limits, and length caps. Paid tier offers unlimited digests, sources, and no length limits.

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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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Mailbrew: What sources can Mailbrew monitor?

Mailbrew supports RSS feeds, Twitter/X, Reddit, YouTube, Google News, newsletters, and custom integrations.

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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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Mailbrew: How does Mailbrew deliver content?

Mailbrew collects content from multiple sources into scheduled email digests. You receive digests at your chosen time with a summary of new items from all your sources.

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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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Mailbrew: Can I access Mailbrew on mobile?

Mailbrew offers a browser-based interface for viewing digests and managing sources, but a dedicated mobile app is not mentioned in available documentation.

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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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