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OmniFocus vs Setmore

OmniFocus logo

OmniFocus

Software

Professional-grade task management for power users

From
$99.99/year
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Setmore logo

Setmore

Software

Free appointment scheduling and customer management

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Setmore has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: OmniFocus exclusive to Apple ecosystem with no Windows or Android support; Setmore free plan limited to 4 users maximum
  • They diverge on capability: OmniFocus covers Custom perspectives, Setmore covers Unlimited appointments.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which OmniFocus and Setmore actually diverge.

Attributes where OmniFocus and Setmore differ
AttributeOmniFocusSetmore
Starting price$99.99/yearFree
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsmacOS, iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, visionOS, WebWeb, iOS, Android
Founded19892008

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 OmniFocus

  • Custom perspectives
  • Review mode
  • Forecast view
  • Tags
  • Automation
  • Siri
  • Shortcuts
  • OmniPlan

Only in Setmore

  • Unlimited appointments
  • Online booking
  • Calendar synchronization
  • Customer database
  • Email reminders
  • SMS reminders
  • Mobile app
  • Custom branding

Both cover

  • Apple Calendar
  • Ios support
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

OmniFocus

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

Setmore

  • Online appointment and booking managementnot OmniFocus
  • Service provider scheduling platformnot OmniFocus
  • Customer communication via email and SMS remindersnot OmniFocus

Where each one falls short

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

OmniFocus

  • Exclusive to Apple ecosystem with no Windows or Android support
  • No collaboration features make it unsuitable for team task management or delegation
  • Setting up repeating tasks is cumbersome with multiple configuration options
  • Lacks AI-powered features for advanced project management, load balancing, or contextual awareness

Setmore

  • Free plan limited to 4 users maximum
  • Free plan limited to 200 appointments per month
  • Live receptionist add-on limited to US only
  • Custom enterprise pricing not published

Pricing, plan by plan

OmniFocus

$99.99/year
  • Subscription$99.99/year
    • All Pro features
    • Web access
    • Cloud sync
  • Standard (Perpetual)$74.99/one-time
    • Basic task management
    • Projects and contexts
    • Perspectives
  • Pro (Perpetual)$149.99/one-time
    • Custom perspectives
    • Advanced automation
    • Plugins support

Setmore

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Setmore review.

Which should you pick?

Choose OmniFocus if

  • You need custom perspectives.
  • You work on macOS, iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, visionOS, Web.
  • You also want review mode.
OmniFocus review

Choose Setmore if

  • You need unlimited appointments.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want online booking.
Setmore review

Questions people ask

Is OmniFocus or Setmore better?
Neither clearly leads. OmniFocus starts at $99.99/year and Setmore at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, OmniFocus or Setmore?
Setmore has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $99.99/year for OmniFocus and Free for Setmore.
Does OmniFocus or Setmore run on more platforms?
OmniFocus runs on macOS, iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, visionOS, Web. Setmore runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Setmore for free?
Yes. Setmore has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. OmniFocus starts at $99.99/year.
What is OmniFocus best used for?
OmniFocus is most often used for scheduling, appointment booking, time tracking, resource management. Of those, scheduling and appointment booking are not what Setmore is typically brought in for.
What can OmniFocus do that Setmore cannot?
OmniFocus covers Custom perspectives, Review mode, Forecast view, Tags. Setmore covers Unlimited appointments, Online booking, Calendar synchronization, Customer database. Both handle Apple Calendar, Ios support, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

OmniFocus: Does OmniFocus offer a free tier?

No, OmniFocus does not offer a free tier. It requires purchase or subscription: $99.99/year subscription or one-time perpetual licenses at $74.99 (Standard) or $149.99 (Pro).

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OmniFocus: What is the free trial period for OmniFocus?

OmniFocus offers a 14-day free trial allowing full access to all features before requiring payment.

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OmniFocus: What platforms does OmniFocus support?

OmniFocus is exclusive to Apple ecosystem: Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple Vision Pro, and web access. Not available on Windows or Android.

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OmniFocus: Can teams collaborate in OmniFocus?

No, OmniFocus lacks collaboration features and is designed as a solo task management tool. Users cannot delegate tasks, share projects, or assign work to team members.

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OmniFocus: Does OmniFocus support Getting Things Done (GTD) methodology?

Yes, OmniFocus is built specifically to support GTD with projects, contexts (tags), folders, perspectives, and a focus view for prioritization. It includes weekly review support and automation features.

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