Software · head to head
TickTick vs Any.do
The short version
- Each has a real cost: TickTick recurring task options are limited compared to dedicated project management tools; Any.do bare-bones free plan: lacks recurring tasks and third-party integrations available only in paid plans
- They diverge on capability: TickTick covers Task management, Any.do covers Task lists.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which TickTick and Any.do actually diverge.
Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (Unknown), free tier (Yes), 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 TickTick
- Task management
- Pomodoro timer
- Habit tracking
- Natural language input
- Collaboration
- Location reminders
- Google Assistant
- Email to task
Only in Any.do
- Task lists
- Reminders
- Daily planner
- Drag and drop
- Smart suggestions
- Focus mode
- Amazon Alexa
Both cover
- Calendar integration
- Voice input
- Google Calendar
- Outlook
- Siri
- Zapier
- SSL encryption
- Cloud deployment
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
TickTick
- Personal task management
- Team collaboration
- Project planningnot Any.do
- Habit trackingnot Any.do
- Time managementnot Any.do
Any.do
- Personal task management
- Daily planningnot TickTick
- Shopping listsnot TickTick
- Project managementnot TickTick
- Team collaboration
Both are used for personal task management, team collaboration, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
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
Any.do
- Bare-bones free plan: lacks recurring tasks and third-party integrations available only in paid plans
- Short planning window: only allows planning up to seven days ahead, limiting long-term project planning
- Limited desktop performance: web and desktop versions struggle with functionality and responsiveness
- Slow customer support: email support takes approximately 48 hours to respond
- Missing drag-and-drop: inability to drag tasks between lists creates workflow friction
Pricing, plan by plan
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
Any.do
Free- Premium$7.99/month
- Recurring tasks
- Location reminders
- WhatsApp reminders
- Family$9.99/month
- All Premium features
- Family sharing space
- Up to 4 members
Which should you pick?
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 pomodoro timer.
Choose Any.do if
- You need task lists.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android.
- You also want reminders.
Questions people ask
- Is TickTick or Any.do better?
- Neither clearly leads. TickTick starts at Free and Any.do at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, TickTick or Any.do?
- TickTick starts at Free and Any.do at Free.
- Does TickTick or Any.do run on more platforms?
- TickTick runs on Web, Mac, iOS, iPad, Android, Apple Watch, Windows. Any.do runs on Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android.
- Can I use TickTick for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is TickTick best used for?
- TickTick is most often used for personal task management, team collaboration, project planning, habit tracking. Of those, project planning and habit tracking are not what Any.do is typically brought in for.
- What can TickTick do that Any.do cannot?
- TickTick covers Task management, Pomodoro timer, Habit tracking, Natural language input. Any.do covers Task lists, Reminders, Daily planner, Drag and drop. Both handle Calendar integration, Voice input, Google Calendar, Outlook.
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.
SourceAny.do: Does Any.do have a free version?
Yes, Any.do offers a free plan with no time limit or credit card required. The free plan includes basic tasks, lists, calendar sync, and daily planner features. Premium features like recurring tasks, location reminders, and AI features require a paid subscription starting at $4.99/month.
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.
SourceAny.do: Can you share tasks with other users?
Task sharing is limited on Any.do. With a single-user license, you cannot share personal tasks. Team collaboration requires purchasing additional licenses at $5 per user per month on top of your base plan.
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.
SourceAny.do: Does Any.do integrate with Google Calendar?
Yes, Any.do syncs with Google Calendar, Outlook, and iCloud. However, users report some difficulties with the depth of Google Calendar integration compared to competing products.
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.
SourceAny.do: Does Any.do work offline?
Any.do is primarily a cloud-based application and does not have robust offline functionality. The web and desktop versions sometimes struggle with performance when offline.
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.
SourceAny.do: What platforms does Any.do support?
Any.do is available across desktop (Mac and Windows), web browsers, iOS, and Android, providing cross-platform access to your tasks and calendar.
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