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Notion Calendar vs Todoist

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Notion Calendar

Calendars

Free standalone calendar app from Notion, formerly Cron, usable without a paid Notion subscription

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Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
Todoist logo

Todoist

Productivity

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

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Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Notion Calendar calendar source support is narrower than Morgen, focusing primarily on Google Calendar rather than a wide range of providers.; Todoist no built-in time tracking for tasks; requires third-party integration like Toggl
  • They diverge on capability: Notion Calendar covers Multi-calendar view, Todoist covers Natural language input.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Notion Calendar and Todoist actually diverge.

Attributes where Notion Calendar and Todoist differ
AttributeNotion CalendarTodoist
Pricing modelFree product, no licence feeUnknown
PlatformsMac, Windows, Web, iOS, AndroidWeb, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows
CategoryCalendarsProductivity
FoundedUnknown2007

Identical on both: starting price (Free), 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 Notion Calendar

  • Multi-calendar view
  • Keyboard-driven scheduling
  • Menu bar countdown
  • One click video links
  • Notion page linking
  • Availability sharing

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.

Notion Calendar

  • A Google Calendar user who wants a faster, keyboard-driven interface without paying anythingnot Todoist
  • A Notion workspace user who wants calendar events linked directly to project pages and tasksnot Todoist
  • Someone who wants a menu bar countdown to their next meeting without opening a browser tabnot Todoist
  • A user comparing calendar apps who does not want an ongoing subscription like Morgen now requiresnot Todoist

Todoist

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

Where each one falls short

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

Notion Calendar

  • Calendar source support is narrower than Morgen, focusing primarily on Google Calendar rather than a wide range of providers.
  • Its most distinctive feature, linking events to Notion pages, only benefits users already working inside a Notion workspace.
  • It lacks the task-list-to-calendar time blocking automation that Morgen offers as a paid feature.
  • As part of Notion product suite, its roadmap priorities are set by Notion broader business rather than the calendar being the company sole focus.
  • Some advanced scheduling features found in dedicated paid calendar tools, such as AI-assisted rescheduling, are not present in the free Notion Calendar.

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

Notion Calendar

Free
  • Notion CalendarFree
    • Free standalone use, no subscription required
    • Google Calendar sync
    • Notion page linking included, even on Notion free plan

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 Notion Calendar if

  • You need multi-calendar view.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Mac, Windows, Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want keyboard-driven scheduling.
Notion Calendar 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 Notion Calendar or Todoist better?
Neither clearly leads. Notion Calendar 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, Notion Calendar or Todoist?
Notion Calendar starts at Free and Todoist at Free.
Does Notion Calendar or Todoist run on more platforms?
Notion Calendar runs on Mac, Windows, Web, iOS, Android. Todoist runs on Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows.
Can I use Notion Calendar for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Notion Calendar best used for?
Notion Calendar is most often used for a google calendar user who wants a faster, keyboard-driven interface without paying anything, a notion workspace user who wants calendar events linked directly to project pages and tasks, someone who wants a menu bar countdown to their next meeting without opening a browser tab, a user comparing calendar apps who does not want an ongoing subscription like morgen now requires. Of those, a google calendar user who wants a faster, keyboard-driven interface without paying anything and a notion workspace user who wants calendar events linked directly to project pages and tasks are not what Todoist is typically brought in for.
What can Notion Calendar do that Todoist cannot?
Notion Calendar covers Multi-calendar view, Keyboard-driven scheduling, Menu bar countdown, One click video links. Todoist covers Natural language input, Recurring tasks, Projects and sub-tasks, Labels and filters.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Notion Calendar: Do I need to pay for Notion to use Notion Calendar?

No. It is free to use on its own, and calendar features are included even on Notion free workspace plan.

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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Notion Calendar: What calendars does it connect to?

Primarily Google Calendar accounts, with Notion workspace page linking as an additional feature for Notion users.

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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Notion Calendar: Was this app previously called something else?

Yes, it was originally Cron before Notion acquired it and rebuilt it as Notion Calendar.

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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