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Todoist vs VWO

Todoist logo

Todoist

Software

The world's #1 task manager and to-do list app

From
Free
Rated
-
VWO logo

VWO

Software

Experience Optimization Platform

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Todoist no built-in time tracking for tasks; requires third-party integration like Toggl; VWO growth plan restricted to 1 workspace and 0 custom attributes
  • They diverge on capability: Todoist covers Natural language input, VWO covers A/B testing.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Todoist and VWO actually diverge.

Attributes where Todoist and VWO differ
AttributeTodoistVWO
Pricing modelUnknownusage-based
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android, macOS, WindowsWeb, iOS, Android, Server-side

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown), founded (2007).

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 Todoist

  • Natural language input
  • Recurring tasks
  • Projects and sub-tasks
  • Labels and filters
  • Priority levels
  • Productivity tracking
  • Templates
  • Notifications

Only in VWO

  • A/B testing
  • Multivariate testing
  • Heatmaps
  • Session recordings
  • Analytics
  • Google Analytics
  • Web support
  • 20+ languages language support

Both cover

  • Slack
  • SSL encryption
  • Cloud deployment

What people use each for

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

Todoist

  • Personal task managementnot VWO
  • Team project coordinationnot VWO
  • Goal trackingnot VWO
  • Habit buildingnot VWO
  • Daily planningnot VWO

VWO

  • A/B testing and multivariate testingnot Todoist
  • Conversion rate optimisationnot Todoist
  • Behavioural analytics and session recordingsnot Todoist
  • Feature experimentation and progressive rolloutsnot Todoist

Where each one falls short

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

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

VWO

  • Growth plan restricted to 1 workspace and 0 custom attributes
  • Single Sign-On (SSO) and API access limited to Enterprise tier only
  • Growth plan offers only 8-hour first response time for support

Pricing, plan by plan

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

VWO

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the VWO review.

Which should you pick?

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 recurring tasks.

Choose VWO if

  • You need a/b testing.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android, Server-side.
  • You also want multivariate testing.

Questions people ask

Is Todoist or VWO better?
Neither clearly leads. Todoist starts at Free and VWO at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Todoist or VWO?
Todoist starts at Free and VWO at Free.
Does Todoist or VWO run on more platforms?
Todoist runs on Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows. VWO runs on Web, iOS, Android, Server-side.
Can I use Todoist for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Todoist best used for?
Todoist is most often used for personal task management, team project coordination, goal tracking, habit building. Of those, personal task management and team project coordination are not what VWO is typically brought in for.
What can Todoist do that VWO cannot?
Todoist covers Natural language input, Recurring tasks, Projects and sub-tasks, Labels and filters. VWO covers A/B testing, Multivariate testing, Heatmaps, Session recordings. Both handle Slack, SSL encryption, Cloud deployment.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Todoist: Does Todoist work offline?

Basic editing and task management work offline, but advanced features like syncing reminders and shared updates require internet connectivity.

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Todoist: 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.

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Todoist: 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.

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Todoist: 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.

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Todoist: 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.

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