Alternatives · Daily Planners
Chunk alternatives
Chunk compared with 6 alternatives: Structured, TimeBloc, TimeFinder, Akiflow, Sunsama and 1 more.
Chunk is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $29.99 one-time (Lifetime License, 2 Macs). 3 of the 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 3 more offer a free trial.
6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChunkThis tool | Free trial · from $29.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS |
| Structured | Free plan · from $2.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS, Android |
| TimeBloc | Free plan · from $19.99 | Yes | iOS, Android |
| TimeFinder | Free plan · from $4.99 | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Akiflow | Free trial · from $19/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Sunsama | Free trial · from $17/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Aftertone | Free trial · from $16.67/mo | Trial only | macOS |
How each one differs from Chunk
- Free plan · from $2.99/mo
Structured
Visual day planner that puts tasks and events on one timeline
- Structured starts at $2.99 to $7.99 per month (US App Store in-app purchase list). Chunk starts at $29.99 one-time (Lifetime License, 2 Macs).
- Structured has a free plan. Chunk does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Structured lists a web app.
- Only Structured lists iOS and Android apps.
- Structured also covers Pomodoro timer.
Suits: People who prefer a visual timeline of the day to a plain task list
- Free plan · from $19.99
TimeBloc
Time-blocking phone app that shows the day as colored blocks
- TimeBloc starts at $19.99 to $59.99 (US App Store in-app purchases; terms mostly not shown). Chunk starts at $29.99 one-time (Lifetime License, 2 Macs).
- TimeBloc has a free plan. Chunk does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only TimeBloc lists iOS and Android apps.
- Only Chunk lists a macOS app.
- Chunk can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: People who plan a day as back-to-back time blocks on their phone
- Free plan · from $4.99
TimeFinder
Drag-and-drop time-blocking planner with color-coded schedules
- TimeFinder starts at $4.99 to $79.99 per item (US App Store in-app purchases; basis not shown). Chunk starts at $29.99 one-time (Lifetime License, 2 Macs).
- TimeFinder has a free plan. Chunk does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only TimeFinder lists a web app.
- Only TimeFinder lists iOS, Android and Windows apps.
- TimeFinder also covers templates.
Suits: People who plan a day by dragging tasks into time slots
- Free trial · from $19/mo
Akiflow
Time-blocking planner that pulls tasks from other apps into one inbox
- Akiflow starts at $19 per month, billed yearly ($228). Chunk starts at $29.99 one-time (Lifetime License, 2 Macs).
- Only Akiflow lists a web app.
- Only Akiflow lists Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- Chunk can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Akiflow also covers booking links.
Suits: People whose tasks are spread across email, chat and project tools
- Free trial · from $17/mo
Sunsama
Daily planner with guided planning routines and calendar timeboxing
- Sunsama starts at $17 per user / month, billed yearly ($204). Chunk starts at $29.99 one-time (Lifetime License, 2 Macs).
- Only Sunsama lists a web app.
- Only Sunsama lists Windows, Linux, iOS and Android apps.
- Chunk can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Sunsama also covers auto-scheduling, Pomodoro timer and goals.
Suits: Professionals who want a fixed routine for planning each workday
- Free trial · from $16.67/mo
Aftertone
Mac planner with auto-scheduling and a single-task focus screen
- Aftertone starts at $16.67 per month, billed yearly ($200), or $20 billed monthly. Chunk starts at $29.99 one-time (Lifetime License, 2 Macs).
- Chunk can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Aftertone also covers auto-scheduling and kanban boards.
- Chunk also covers menu bar app.
Suits: Solo Mac users who plan the day as time blocks on Google Calendar
Limits worth knowing in Chunk
- Chunk runs on macOS 12 or later only; the vendor says there is no Windows, Linux or Android version.
- The iPhone app is listed as coming soon and will be a separate $8.99 one-time purchase, not part of the Mac license.
- There is no free plan: access stops when the 7-day trial ends unless a license is bought.
- A Mac license bought directly from Chunk is a final sale and is not refundable.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Chunk?
The alternatives to Chunk in this directory are Structured, TimeBloc, TimeFinder, Akiflow, Sunsama and Aftertone. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Chunk.
Is there a free alternative to Chunk?
Yes. Structured, TimeBloc and TimeFinder have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Chunk alternatives work on Windows?
The Chunk listing does not include a Windows app. TimeFinder, Akiflow and Sunsama list one.
Which Chunk alternatives work on Linux?
The Chunk listing does not include a Linux app. Sunsama lists 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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