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Emery alternatives
Emery compared with 5 alternatives: Sunsama, Ellie, Akiflow, Routine and Structured.
Emery is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $99 per year. 3 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 2 more offer a free trial.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| EmeryThis tool | Free trial · from $99/yr | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| Sunsama | Free trial · from $17/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Ellie | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS |
| Akiflow | Free trial · from $19/mo | Trial only | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Routine | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Structured | Free plan · from $2.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Emery
- 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). Emery starts at $99 per year.
- Only Sunsama lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Sunsama also covers auto-scheduling, Pomodoro timer and goals.
- Emery also covers notes.
Suits: Professionals who want a fixed routine for planning each workday
- Free plan · from $9.99/mo
Ellie
Daily planner with a brain dump list and calendar timeboxing
- Ellie starts at $9.99 per month, billed monthly (yearly billing saves 20%). Emery starts at $99 per year.
- Ellie has a free plan. Emery does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Ellie lists macOS and Windows apps.
- Only Emery lists an Android app.
- Ellie can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: People who plan by timeboxing tasks next to calendar events
- 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). Emery starts at $99 per year.
- Only Akiflow lists macOS and Windows apps.
- Akiflow also covers booking links.
- Emery also covers notes.
Suits: People whose tasks are spread across email, chat and project tools
- Free plan · from $5/mo
Routine
Planner combining tasks, calendar and notes, with an AI assistant
- Routine starts at $5 per month, billed yearly. Emery starts at $99 per year.
- Routine has a free plan. Emery does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Routine lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Routine also covers meeting notes.
Suits: People who want tasks, calendar and notes in a single app
- 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). Emery starts at $99 per year.
- Structured has a free plan. Emery does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Structured lists a macOS app.
- Structured can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Structured also covers Pomodoro timer.
Suits: People who prefer a visual timeline of the day to a plain task list
Limits worth knowing in Emery
- New accounts get no free plan. The site sells a $99 yearly plan or $149 lifetime access with a 30-day money-back guarantee and no web trial.
- The web price of the monthly option appears only after sign-up; the US App Store lists $19.99 monthly and $39.99 quarterly.
- There are no desktop apps yet (the site says they are coming), and the App Store listing is for iPhone only.
- It is built for one person: the site's FAQ says Emery is not designed for team planning.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Emery?
The alternatives to Emery in this directory are Sunsama, Ellie, Akiflow, Routine and Structured. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Emery.
Is there a free alternative to Emery?
Yes. Ellie, Routine and Structured have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Emery alternatives work on Windows?
The Emery listing does not include a Windows app. Sunsama, Ellie, Akiflow and Routine list one.
Which Emery alternatives work on macOS?
The Emery listing does not include a macOS app. Sunsama, Ellie, Akiflow, Routine and Structured 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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