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Checklist alternatives
Checklist compared with 6 alternatives: Checkli, Todoist, Any.do, Microsoft To Do, TickTick and 1 more.
Checklist has a free plan. Paid plans start at $5.99 per month, or $39.99 per year (Checklist Plus). All 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChecklistThis tool | Free plan · from $5.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Checkli | Free plan · from $29/mo | Yes | Web |
| Todoist | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Any.do | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Microsoft To Do | Free | Free | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| TickTick | Free plan · from $49.99/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| CheckYourList | Free plan · from $3.99/mo | Yes | iOS |
How each one differs from Checklist
- Free plan · from $29/mo
Checkli
Web checklist maker for recurring processes and shared runs
- Checkli starts at $29 per month. Checklist starts at $5.99 per month, or $39.99 per year (Checklist Plus).
- Only Checklist lists iOS and Android apps.
Suits: Schools, clinics, restaurants and crews that repeat the same routine
- Free plan · from $5/mo
Todoist
Cross-platform to-do list with natural-language task entry
- Todoist starts at $5 per user / month, billed yearly. Checklist starts at $5.99 per month, or $39.99 per year (Checklist Plus).
- Only Todoist lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Only Todoist lists a browser extension.
- Todoist also covers natural-language input, calendar and kanban boards.
Suits: People who want one task list on every device they own
- Free plan · from $4.99/mo
Any.do
To-do list and calendar app with separate family and team plans
- Any.do starts at $4.99 per month, billed annually ($7.99 billed monthly). Checklist starts at $5.99 per month, or $39.99 per year (Checklist Plus).
- Only Any.do lists macOS and Windows apps.
- Only Any.do lists a browser extension.
- Any.do also covers calendar, kanban boards, Gantt & timelines and workflow automation.
Suits: Personal to-do lists kept in sync between phone, desktop and web
- Free
Microsoft To Do
Free to-do list from Microsoft that syncs with Outlook tasks
- Microsoft To Do is free. Checklist starts at $5.99 per month, or $39.99 per year (Checklist Plus).
- Only Microsoft To Do lists Windows and macOS apps.
- Checklist also covers templates.
Suits: People who already use Outlook or Microsoft 365
- Free plan · from $49.99/yr
TickTick
To-do list with a calendar, habit tracker and Pomodoro timer built in
- TickTick starts at $49.99 per year (about $4.17 per month). Checklist starts at $5.99 per month, or $39.99 per year (Checklist Plus).
- Only TickTick lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Only TickTick lists a browser extension.
- TickTick also covers natural-language input, calendar, kanban boards, Pomodoro timer and habit tracking.
- Checklist also covers templates.
Suits: People who want tasks, habits and a focus timer in a single app
- Free plan · from $3.99/mo
CheckYourList
Reusable checklists for iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch
- CheckYourList starts at $3.99 per month, or $19.99 per year. Checklist starts at $5.99 per month, or $39.99 per year (Checklist Plus).
- Only Checklist lists a web app.
- Only Checklist lists an Android app.
- CheckYourList can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Checklist also covers templates.
Suits: Routines repeated often, such as packing, gym bags and mornings
Limits worth knowing in Checklist
- Prices here are the US App Store in-app purchases. The pricing page on checklist.com sits behind a security check and could not be read.
- The web app also names Pro and Enterprise plans for organizations, priced per seat; their prices are not covered here.
- The App Store listing is designed for iPad and iPhone and is not verified for macOS; there is no native Mac or Windows app.
- The store listings name the Plus and Family subscriptions without saying what each adds over the free version.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Checklist?
The alternatives to Checklist in this directory are Checkli, Todoist, Any.do, Microsoft To Do, TickTick and CheckYourList. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Checklist.
Is there a free alternative to Checklist?
Yes. Microsoft To Do is free to use. Checkli, Todoist, Any.do, TickTick and CheckYourList have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Checklist alternatives work on Windows?
The Checklist listing does not include a Windows app. Todoist, Any.do, Microsoft To Do and TickTick list one.
Which Checklist alternatives work on macOS?
The Checklist listing does not include a macOS app. Todoist, Any.do, Microsoft To Do and TickTick list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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