Software · head to head
TickTick vs LastPass
The short version
- Each has a real cost: TickTick recurring task options are limited compared to dedicated project management tools; LastPass free plan limited to 1 device type only
- They diverge on capability: TickTick covers Task management, LastPass covers Password vault.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which TickTick and LastPass actually diverge.
Identical on both: starting price (Free), 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
- Calendar integration
- Pomodoro timer
- Habit tracking
- Natural language input
- Collaboration
- Voice input
- Location reminders
Only in LastPass
- Password vault
- Password generator
- Autofill
- Security dashboard
- Dark web monitoring
- Emergency access
- Secure notes
- Digital wallet
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
TickTick
- Personal task managementnot LastPass
- Team collaborationnot LastPass
- Project planningnot LastPass
- Habit trackingnot LastPass
- Time managementnot LastPass
LastPass
- Password management and vault storagenot TickTick
- Multi-device access and autofillnot TickTick
- Dark web monitoring and security dashboardnot TickTick
- Team collaboration with shared folders and policiesnot TickTick
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
LastPass
- Free plan limited to 1 device type only
- Premium plan costs ~$3/month annually (30% discount applied)
- Business Teams plan limited to up to 50 users maximum
- Teams plan offers only 25 security policies
- Business plan pricing ~$4/user/month
- Business Max plan costs ~$7/user/month for advanced features
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
LastPass
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the LastPass review.
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 calendar integration.
Choose LastPass if
- You need password vault.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Desktop, Mobile.
- You also want password generator.
Questions people ask
- Is TickTick or LastPass better?
- Neither clearly leads. TickTick starts at Free and LastPass at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, TickTick or LastPass?
- TickTick starts at Free and LastPass at Free.
- Does TickTick or LastPass run on more platforms?
- TickTick runs on Web, Mac, iOS, iPad, Android, Apple Watch, Windows. LastPass runs on Web, Desktop, Mobile.
- 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, personal task management and team collaboration are not what LastPass is typically brought in for.
- What can TickTick do that LastPass cannot?
- TickTick covers Task management, Calendar integration, Pomodoro timer, Habit tracking. LastPass covers Password vault, Password generator, Autofill, Security dashboard.
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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