Productivity · head to head
Structured vs Todoist
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Structured no monthly view available, only daily and weekly views, limiting ability to preview long-term schedules; Todoist no built-in time tracking for tasks; requires third-party integration like Toggl
- They diverge on capability: Structured covers Visual timeline, Todoist covers Natural language input.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Structured and Todoist actually diverge.
| Attribute | Structured | Todoist |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | iOS, iPadOS, macOS, Android, Web, Apple Watch | Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows |
| Category | Productivity | All industries |
| Founded | 2020 | 2007 |
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 Structured
- Visual timeline
- Time blocking
- Calendar integration
- Widgets
- Apple Calendar
- Apple Reminders
- iCloud sync
- Ios support
Only in Todoist
- Natural language input
- Projects and sub-tasks
- Labels and filters
- Priority levels
- Productivity tracking
- Templates
- Notifications
- Slack
Both cover
- Recurring tasks
- Google Calendar
- Cloud deployment
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Structured
- Productivitynot Todoist
- Collaborationnot Todoist
- Task managementnot Todoist
- Organizationnot Todoist
Todoist
- Personal task managementnot Structured
- Team project coordinationnot Structured
- Goal trackingnot Structured
- Habit buildingnot Structured
- Daily planningnot Structured
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Structured
- No monthly view available, only daily and weekly views, limiting ability to preview long-term schedules
- Cannot export to Excel, PDF, or other printable formats; only JSON export available on Apple devices
- Calendar import requires Pro subscription (except on web where free import is available)
- Android and web versions significantly lag behind iOS version in features and performance
- One-way calendar sync only; cannot export Structured tasks back to Google Calendar or other external calendar apps
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
Structured
Free- FreeFree
- Timeline tasks and all-day tasks
- Task subtasks and notes
- Icons and color coding
- Pro$null/month or year or lifetime
- Structured AI for smart planning
- Calendar and reminders import
- Recurring tasks
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 Structured if
- You need visual timeline.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on iOS, iPadOS, macOS, Android, Web, Apple Watch.
- You also want time blocking.
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 projects and sub-tasks.
Questions people ask
- Is Structured or Todoist better?
- Neither clearly leads. Structured 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, Structured or Todoist?
- Structured starts at Free and Todoist at Free.
- Does Structured or Todoist run on more platforms?
- Structured runs on iOS, iPadOS, macOS, Android, Web, Apple Watch. Todoist runs on Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows.
- Can I use Structured for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Structured best used for?
- Structured is most often used for productivity, collaboration, task management, organization. Of those, productivity and collaboration are not what Todoist is typically brought in for.
- What can Structured do that Todoist cannot?
- Structured covers Visual timeline, Time blocking, Calendar integration, Widgets. Todoist covers Natural language input, Projects and sub-tasks, Labels and filters, Priority levels. Both handle Recurring tasks, Google Calendar, Cloud deployment.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Structured: Is Structured free to use?
Yes, Structured has a free tier that includes timeline tasks, all-day tasks, inbox tasks, subtasks, notes, icons, color coding, drag and drop, and calendar import on web (though calendar import requires Pro on iOS/Android). The app is free to download on iOS, Android, Mac, and web.
SourceTodoist: Does Todoist work offline?
Basic editing and task management work offline, but advanced features like syncing reminders and shared updates require internet connectivity.
SourceStructured: What does Structured Pro cost and what features does it add?
Structured Pro is available as a monthly or yearly subscription, or as a one-time lifetime purchase for $99.99 USD. Pro adds Structured AI, calendar import and reminders import (on iOS/Android), recurring tasks, replan functionality, custom notifications, and custom color palettes.
SourceTodoist: 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.
SourceStructured: Can I import my Google Calendar into Structured?
Yes, Structured supports importing calendars from Google Calendar, Outlook, Microsoft Exchange, Yahoo, and AOL. On iOS, it connects through Apple Calendar compatibility. On Android and web, you authenticate with your Google account and select which calendars to sync. This feature requires a Structured Pro subscription.
SourceTodoist: 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.
SourceStructured: Can I export my tasks from Structured and in what formats?
On Apple devices, you can export your data as a JSON file through Settings > About > Privacy & Permissions > Export Your Data. However, you cannot export tasks to external calendars, nor can you export to printable formats like Excel or PDF. Export is one-way only.
SourceTodoist: 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.
SourceStructured: Does Structured work across all my devices?
Yes, Structured syncs across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and Android devices. However, users have reported that iCloud synchronization can be unreliable, and the Android and web versions have fewer features and slower performance compared to the iOS version.
SourceTodoist: 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.
SourceStructured: What calendar and reminder apps does Structured integrate with?
On iOS, Structured can import from Apple Calendar, Reminders, Google Calendar, Outlook, Microsoft Exchange, Yahoo, and AOL. On Android and web, it supports Google Calendar. Structured can import events and reminders, but cannot export tasks back to external calendars.
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