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Nirvana alternatives
Nirvana compared with 12 alternatives: Everdo, FacileThings, OmniFocus, Things 3, Todoist and 7 more.
Nirvana has a free plan. Paid plans start at $3 per month, billed annually ($36/year). 8 of the 12 alternatives are free or have a free plan. 4 more offer a free trial.
12 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| NirvanaThis tool | Free plan · from $3/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Everdo | Free plan · from $39.99 one-time | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| FacileThings | Free trial · from $7/mo | Trial only | Web, iOS, Android |
| OmniFocus | Free trial · from $74.99 one-time | Trial only | Web, macOS, iOS |
| Things 3 | Free trial · from $9.99 one-time | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
| Todoist | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| AgenToDo | Free plan · from $8.99/mo | Yes | macOS |
| Chaos Control | Free plan · from $29/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| DGT GTD | Free | Free | Android |
| Firetask | Free trial · from $24.99/yr | Trial only | macOS, iOS |
| Mindwtr | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
| MyLifeOrganized | Free plan · from $29.99 | Yes | Windows, iOS, Android |
| Toodledo | Free plan · from $3.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Nirvana
- Free plan · from $39.99 one-time
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. Nirvana starts at $3 per month, billed annually ($36/year).
- Only Everdo lists a Linux app.
- Only Everdo lists a browser extension.
- Only Nirvana lists a web app.
- Everdo is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
Suits: GTD followers who want projects, contexts and next actions built in
- Free trial · from $7/mo
FacileThings
Web-based personal organizer that walks you through GTD
- FacileThings starts at $7 per month, billed yearly ($84). Nirvana starts at $3 per month, billed annually ($36/year).
- Nirvana has a free plan. FacileThings does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Nirvana lists macOS and Windows apps.
- FacileThings also covers calendar and goals.
Suits: People adopting GTD who want the app to guide each step
- Free trial · from $74.99 one-time
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. Nirvana starts at $3 per month, billed annually ($36/year).
- Nirvana has a free plan. OmniFocus does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Nirvana lists Windows and Android apps.
- OmniFocus is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- OmniFocus can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: People managing many projects on Apple devices
- Free trial · from $9.99 one-time
Things 3
Personal task manager for Apple devices, sold as a one-time purchase
- Things 3 starts at $9.99 one-time for iPhone; iPad $19.99 and Mac $49.99 are sold separately. Nirvana starts at $3 per month, billed annually ($36/year).
- Nirvana has a free plan. Things 3 does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Nirvana lists a web app.
- Only Nirvana lists Windows and Android apps.
- Things 3 can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: People who work only on Apple devices
- 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. Nirvana starts at $3 per month, billed annually ($36/year).
- Only Todoist lists a Linux app.
- Only Todoist lists a browser extension.
- Todoist also covers templates, natural-language input, calendar and kanban boards.
Suits: People who want one task list on every device they own
- Free plan · from $8.99/mo
AgenToDo
GTD task manager for Mac with an AI command bar
- AgenToDo starts at $8.99 per month, billed yearly ($107.88), for Setapp's Mac plan. Nirvana starts at $3 per month, billed annually ($36/year).
- Only Nirvana lists a web app.
- Only Nirvana lists Windows, iOS and Android apps.
- AgenToDo also covers natural-language input, time blocking and calendar.
Suits: Mac users who follow Getting Things Done and want a guided weekly review
- Free plan · from $29/yr
Chaos Control
GTD-style goal and task organizer with an AI assistant
- Chaos Control starts at $29 per year for Premium, or $6.99 billed monthly. Nirvana starts at $3 per month, billed annually ($36/year).
- Chaos Control can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Chaos Control also covers time tracking and habit tracking.
Suits: People who organize work with GTD-style projects and contexts
- Free
DGT GTD
Free Android to-do list built for Getting Things Done
- DGT GTD is free. Nirvana starts at $3 per month, billed annually ($36/year).
- Only Nirvana lists a web app.
- Only Nirvana lists macOS, Windows and iOS apps.
- DGT GTD also covers notes and goals.
Suits: Android users who follow Getting Things Done with contexts and folders
- Free trial · from $24.99/yr
Firetask
GTD task manager with kanban boards for iPhone, iPad and Mac
- Firetask starts at $24.99 per year, or $3.99 billed monthly (US App Store). Nirvana starts at $3 per month, billed annually ($36/year).
- Nirvana has a free plan. Firetask does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Nirvana lists a web app.
- Only Nirvana lists Windows and Android apps.
- Firetask also covers templates, calendar, kanban boards and Pomodoro timer.
Suits: People who follow GTD on iPhone, iPad and Mac
- Free
Mindwtr
Free, open-source GTD task manager for desktop and mobile
- Mindwtr is free. Nirvana starts at $3 per month, billed annually ($36/year).
- Only Mindwtr lists a Linux app.
- Only Nirvana lists a web app.
- Mindwtr is open source, according to its own site.
- Mindwtr also covers natural-language input, kanban boards and Pomodoro timer.
Suits: People who follow Getting Things Done and want the method built in
- Free plan · from $29.99
MyLifeOrganized
Outline-based task manager that builds a next-actions list
- MyLifeOrganized starts at $29.99 in-app purchase for Pro on iOS; the Windows app is sold separately. Nirvana starts at $3 per month, billed annually ($36/year).
- Only Nirvana lists a web app.
- Only Nirvana lists a macOS app.
- MyLifeOrganized also covers templates, calendar and goals.
Suits: People who plan in deep outlines of projects and subtasks
- Free plan · from $3.99/mo
Toodledo
Customizable task manager with notes, lists, outlines and habits
- Toodledo starts at $3.99 per month, billed annually. Nirvana starts at $3 per month, billed annually ($36/year).
- Only Nirvana lists macOS and Windows apps.
- Toodledo also covers notes, time tracking, habit tracking and goals.
Suits: People following GTD who want contexts, statuses and goals
Limits worth knowing in Nirvana
- Basic accounts are capped at 5 projects, 3 reference lists and 2 areas, and recurring to-dos need Pro.
- Pro has no free trial, and the vendor gives no refunds and does not prorate a cancelled billing period.
- The AI assistant is a beta for Pro early-access members on the web and desktop apps, and it has no calendar integration.
- No Linux app is listed. The apps page names Mac, Windows, iPhone, iPad, Android and the web browser.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Nirvana?
The alternatives to Nirvana in this directory are Everdo, FacileThings, OmniFocus, Things 3, Todoist, AgenToDo, Chaos Control, DGT GTD, Firetask, Mindwtr, MyLifeOrganized and Toodledo. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Nirvana.
Is there a free alternative to Nirvana?
Yes. DGT GTD and Mindwtr are free to use. Everdo, Todoist, AgenToDo, Chaos Control, MyLifeOrganized and Toodledo have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Nirvana alternatives work on Linux?
The Nirvana listing does not include a Linux app. Everdo, Todoist and Mindwtr list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Nirvana?
Mindwtr is described as open source on its own site.
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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