Research · head to head
NVivo vs TickTick
NVivo
Research
Easy-to-use, collaborative qualitative analysis software
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- On request
- Rated
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The short version
- Only TickTick has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: NVivo student licenses are restricted to 12 months of access for one named user; TickTick recurring task options are limited compared to dedicated project management tools
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which NVivo and TickTick actually diverge.
Identical on both: 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 NVivo
Nothing recorded that TickTick does not also cover.
Only in TickTick
- Task management
- Calendar integration
- Pomodoro timer
- Habit tracking
- Natural language input
- Collaboration
- Voice input
- Location reminders
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
NVivo
No use cases recorded yet. See the NVivo review.
TickTick
- Personal task managementnot NVivo
- Team collaborationnot NVivo
- Project planningnot NVivo
- Habit trackingnot NVivo
- Time managementnot NVivo
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
NVivo
- Student licenses are restricted to 12 months of access for one named user
- Orders of ten or more licenses are not sold online and require contacting Lumivero for a quote
TickTick
- Recurring task options are limited compared to dedicated project management tools
- Reporting and analytics are minimal, providing little productivity trend visibility
- Calendar sync can be slow and unreliable, sometimes causing sync issues across devices
- API capabilities are basic, limiting direct integrations beyond Zapier and IFTTT
- Habit tracking becomes less useful once routines are well-established
Pricing, plan by plan
NVivo
On requestNo published plan breakdown. See the NVivo review.
TickTick
Free- FreeFree
- Up to 9 lists
- Up to 99 tasks per list
- Basic reminders
- Premium$35.99/year
- Up to 299 lists
- Up to 999 tasks per list
- Advanced collaboration for up to 30 members
Which should you pick?
Choose NVivo if
Nothing in the data separates NVivo from TickTick on the points above - pick on price and on how each one feels to use.
Choose TickTick if
- You need task management.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Mac, iOS, iPad, Android, Apple Watch, Windows.
- You also want calendar integration.
Questions people ask
- Is NVivo or TickTick better?
- Neither clearly leads. NVivo starts at On request and TickTick at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, NVivo or TickTick?
- TickTick has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for NVivo and Free for TickTick.
- Does NVivo or TickTick run on more platforms?
- NVivo runs on Web. TickTick runs on Web, Mac, iOS, iPad, Android, Apple Watch, Windows.
- Can I use TickTick for free?
- Yes. TickTick has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. NVivo starts at On request.
- What can NVivo do that TickTick cannot?
- TickTick covers Task management, Calendar integration, Pomodoro timer, Habit tracking.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
TickTick: What is TickTick?
TickTick is a cross-platform task management and productivity app that combines to-do lists, calendar views, habit tracking, reminders, and a Pomodoro timer. It helps users organize personal and work tasks across 10+ platforms including Mac, iPhone, iPad, Android, and web.
SourceTickTick: What are TickTick's pricing options?
TickTick offers a permanent free plan and a premium plan at $35.99/year (listed price $49.99, currently discounted). The free plan includes up to 9 lists and basic features, while premium unlocks up to 299 lists, advanced collaboration for up to 30 members, and calendar subscriptions.
SourceTickTick: Does TickTick have team features?
TickTick does not offer a dedicated team or family plan. Each user needs their own premium subscription. Premium users can share lists with up to 30 members for collaboration.
SourceTickTick: What integrations does TickTick support?
TickTick supports integrations with 2,000+ apps through third-party platforms like Zapier, Make, n8n, and Integrately. It also supports calendar subscriptions with Google Calendar and Outlook, and has a basic OAuth API for developers.
SourceTickTick: Is TickTick available offline?
TickTick requires an internet connection for syncing across devices. Offline functionality depends on the platform, with some mobile apps offering limited offline access but requiring connectivity for full features.
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