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End-to-end encrypted alternatives to Apple Reminders

The Apple Reminders listing does not describe it as end-to-end encrypted. 6 of the 123 other to-do list apps in this directory are end-to-end encrypted, according to their own sites.

Apple Reminders is free to use. 4 of them are free or have a free plan.

6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

How each one differs from Apple Reminders

  1. Godspeed

    Keyboard-driven to-do manager for Mac, iOS and the web

    • Godspeed starts at $48 per year ($4 / month), or $6 billed monthly. Apple Reminders is free.
    • Apple Reminders has a free plan. Godspeed does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Godspeed is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Apple Reminders also covers templates and kanban boards.
    Godspeed pricing and details

  2. Brisqi

    Offline-first personal kanban app with one-time licenses

    • Brisqi starts at $29.99 one-time, for 1 desktop computer. Apple Reminders is free.
    • Only Brisqi lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
    • Only Apple Reminders lists a web app.
    • Brisqi is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    Brisqi pricing and details

  3. OmniFocus

    Project-based task manager for Apple devices, with a web companion

    • OmniFocus starts at $74.99 one-time for a v4 Standard license, or $99.99 per year by subscription. Apple Reminders is free.
    • Apple Reminders has a free plan. OmniFocus does not, though it has a free trial.
    • OmniFocus is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • OmniFocus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    OmniFocus pricing and details

  4. Everdo

    Offline-first GTD task manager sold as a one-time purchase

    • Everdo starts at $39.99 one-time for Pro on iOS only, or $99.99 one-time for all platforms. Apple Reminders is free.
    • Only Everdo lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
    • Only Everdo lists a browser extension.
    • Only Apple Reminders lists a web app.
    Everdo pricing and details

  5. Lunatask

    Encrypted to-do list with habits, mood tracking, journal and notes

    • Lunatask starts at $6 per month, paid annually; $8 paid monthly. Apple Reminders is free.
    • Only Lunatask lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
    • Only Apple Reminders lists a web app.
    • Lunatask is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    Lunatask pricing and details

  6. HamsterBase Tasks

    Open-source, local-first task manager with encrypted sync

    • HamsterBase Tasks starts at $20 per year (Pro). Apple Reminders is free.
    • Only HamsterBase Tasks lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
    • HamsterBase Tasks is open source, self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • HamsterBase Tasks can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    HamsterBase Tasks pricing and details

Common questions

Is there an end-to-end encrypted alternative to Apple Reminders?

Yes. Godspeed, Brisqi, OmniFocus, Everdo, Lunatask and HamsterBase Tasks are end-to-end encrypted, according to their own sites.

Is Apple Reminders end-to-end encrypted?

The Apple Reminders listing does not describe it as end-to-end encrypted. The listing was checked on Oct 5, 2026 against the pages it cites.

Which of these to-do list apps are free?

Brisqi, Everdo, Lunatask and HamsterBase Tasks are free or have a free plan.

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to Apple Reminders: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.