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ProtoPie vs TickTick

ProtoPie logo

ProtoPie

All industries

Create advanced interactive prototypes

From
Free
Rated
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TickTick logo

TickTick

All industries

Stay organized, stay creative

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: ProtoPie the free plan allows 2 prototypes, 8 scenes per prototype and 50MB of cloud storage; TickTick recurring task options are limited compared to dedicated project management tools
  • They diverge on capability: ProtoPie covers Interactive prototyping, TickTick covers Task management.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which ProtoPie and TickTick actually diverge.

Attributes where ProtoPie and TickTick differ
AttributeProtoPieTickTick
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
PlatformsWindows, Macos, Web, Ios, AndroidWeb, Mac, iOS, iPad, Android, Apple Watch, Windows
CategoryUnknownAll industries

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), founded (2013).

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 ProtoPie

  • Interactive prototyping
  • Data binding
  • Advanced interactions
  • Animation
  • Cloud sharing
  • Device testing
  • Code export
  • Figma

Only in TickTick

  • Task management
  • Calendar integration
  • Pomodoro timer
  • Habit tracking
  • Natural language input
  • Voice input
  • Location reminders
  • Google Calendar

Both cover

  • Collaboration
  • 2FA
  • Cloud deployment

What people use each for

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

ProtoPie

  • Building high fidelity interactive prototypes without codenot TickTick
  • Prototyping multi device and hardware interactionsnot TickTick
  • Sharing prototypes with stakeholders for testingnot TickTick

TickTick

  • Personal task managementnot ProtoPie
  • Team collaborationnot ProtoPie
  • Project planningnot ProtoPie
  • Habit trackingnot ProtoPie
  • Time managementnot ProtoPie

Where each one falls short

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

ProtoPie

  • The free plan allows 2 prototypes, 8 scenes per prototype and 50MB of cloud storage
  • Free prototypes carry a watermark and shareable links require the Basic plan
  • Saving prototypes locally requires the Pro plan
  • Team libraries and handoff recordings require the Pro plan
  • Basic caps storage at 500MB and prototypes at 20
  • Single sign on, private servers, custom fonts and custom hardware integrations are Enterprise only
  • Enterprise requires a minimum of 3 seats and is priced by quote
  • Connect Core is a paid add on at $20 per user per month

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

ProtoPie

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Limited prototypes
    • Cloud storage
    • Basic sharing
  • Professional$25/month
    • Unlimited prototypes
    • Advanced interactions
    • Collaboration
  • Enterprise$75/month
    • Everything in Professional
    • Team features
    • Advanced security

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 ProtoPie if

  • You need interactive prototyping.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, Macos, Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want data binding.

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 ProtoPie or TickTick better?
Neither clearly leads. ProtoPie starts at Free and TickTick at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, ProtoPie or TickTick?
ProtoPie starts at Free and TickTick at Free.
Does ProtoPie or TickTick run on more platforms?
ProtoPie runs on Windows, Macos, Web, Ios, Android. TickTick runs on Web, Mac, iOS, iPad, Android, Apple Watch, Windows.
Can I use ProtoPie for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is ProtoPie best used for?
ProtoPie is most often used for building high fidelity interactive prototypes without code, prototyping multi device and hardware interactions, sharing prototypes with stakeholders for testing. Of those, building high fidelity interactive prototypes without code and prototyping multi device and hardware interactions are not what TickTick is typically brought in for.
What can ProtoPie do that TickTick cannot?
ProtoPie covers Interactive prototyping, Data binding, Advanced interactions, Animation. TickTick covers Task management, Calendar integration, Pomodoro timer, Habit tracking. Both handle Collaboration, 2FA, Cloud deployment.

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.

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TickTick: 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.

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TickTick: 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.

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TickTick: 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.

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TickTick: 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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