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LifeUp alternatives
LifeUp compared with 6 alternatives: Habitica, TickTick, Todoist, Tasks.org, HabitNow and 1 more.
LifeUp is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $4.99 one-time purchase on Google Play. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LifeUpThis tool | Free trial · from $4.99 one-time | Trial only | Android |
| Habitica | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| TickTick | Free plan · from $49.99/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Todoist | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Tasks.org | Free plan · from $0.99/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, Android |
| HabitNow | Free plan · from $0.99 one-time | Yes | Android |
| WaterDo | Free plan · from $0.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android |
How each one differs from LifeUp
- Free plan · from $4.99/mo
Habitica
Habit and task tracker that works like a role-playing game
- Habitica starts at $4.99 per month, or $47.99 for 12 months (App Store prices). LifeUp starts at $4.99 one-time purchase on Google Play.
- Habitica has a free plan. LifeUp does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Habitica lists a web app.
- Only Habitica lists an iOS app.
- Habitica is open source, according to its own site.
Suits: People motivated by game mechanics such as levels, gear and pets
- 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). LifeUp starts at $4.99 one-time purchase on Google Play.
- TickTick has a free plan. LifeUp does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only TickTick lists a web app.
- Only TickTick lists macOS, Windows, Linux and iOS apps.
- Only TickTick lists a browser extension.
Suits: People who want tasks, habits and a focus timer in a single app
- 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. LifeUp starts at $4.99 one-time purchase on Google Play.
- Todoist has a free plan. LifeUp does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Todoist lists a web app.
- Only Todoist lists macOS, Windows, Linux and iOS apps.
- Only Todoist lists a browser extension.
Suits: People who want one task list on every device they own
- Free plan · from $0.99/yr
Tasks.org
Open-source Android to-do list with CalDAV and Google Tasks sync
- Tasks.org starts at $0.99 per year (name-your-price subscription). LifeUp starts at $4.99 one-time purchase on Google Play.
- Tasks.org has a free plan. LifeUp does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Tasks.org lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Tasks.org is open source, according to its own site.
- LifeUp can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Android users who want a task list that works with no account
- Free plan · from $0.99 one-time
HabitNow
Android habit tracker and to-do list with a one-time upgrade
- HabitNow starts at $0.99 to $11.99 one-time (Google Play in-app purchase range). LifeUp starts at $4.99 one-time purchase on Google Play.
- HabitNow has a free plan. LifeUp does not, though it has a free trial.
- LifeUp also covers Pomodoro timer.
Suits: Android users who want habits and a to-do list in one app
- Free plan · from $0.99/mo
WaterDo
Gamified to-do list where tasks become water balls to pop
- WaterDo starts at $0.99 per month, $9.99 per year or $14.99 lifetime (US App Store). LifeUp starts at $4.99 one-time purchase on Google Play.
- WaterDo has a free plan. LifeUp does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only WaterDo lists an iOS app.
- WaterDo also covers notes and calendar.
- LifeUp also covers Pomodoro timer and habit tracking.
Suits: People who are motivated by game-style rewards for finishing tasks
Limits worth knowing in LifeUp
- Android only: there is no web, desktop or iOS version. The makers point iOS users to a separate app, ulives, which is bought separately.
- It is a paid download on Google Play. The 7-day trial is a standalone APK from GitHub that needs a Google or Facebook login.
- The documentation warns that the depth of customization means initial setup and learning take some time.
- Reminders and the Pomodoro timer may need extra background-running settings on some phones.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to LifeUp?
The alternatives to LifeUp in this directory are Habitica, TickTick, Todoist, Tasks.org, HabitNow and WaterDo. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with LifeUp.
Is there a free alternative to LifeUp?
Yes. Habitica, TickTick, Todoist, Tasks.org, HabitNow and WaterDo have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which LifeUp alternatives work on Windows?
The LifeUp listing does not include a Windows app. TickTick, Todoist and Tasks.org list one.
Which LifeUp alternatives work on macOS?
The LifeUp listing does not include a macOS app. TickTick, Todoist and Tasks.org list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to LifeUp?
Habitica and Tasks.org are described as open source on their own sites.
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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