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Tasker alternatives
Tasker compared with 5 alternatives: MacroDroid, Automate, Apple Shortcuts, IFTTT and Pushcut.
Tasker is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $4.49 one-time purchase on Google Play. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| TaskerThis tool | Free trial · from $4.49 one-time | Trial only | Android |
| MacroDroid | Free plan · from $1.49 | Yes | Android |
| Automate | Free plan · from $4.99 one-time | Yes | Android |
| Apple Shortcuts | Free | Free | macOS, iOS |
| IFTTT | Free plan · from $2.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Pushcut | Free plan · from $1.99/mo | Yes | iOS |
How each one differs from Tasker
- Free plan · from $1.49
MacroDroid
Android automation app built on triggers, actions and constraints
- MacroDroid starts at $1.49 - $10.00 per item in-app; the Pro upgrade is a one-time payment. Tasker starts at $4.49 one-time purchase on Google Play.
- MacroDroid has a free plan. Tasker does not, though it has a free trial.
- MacroDroid also covers templates and no-code.
Suits: Android users new to automation who want ready-made macros
- Free plan · from $4.99 one-time
Automate
Android automation app that builds tasks as flowcharts
- Automate starts at $4.99 one-time in-app purchase. Tasker starts at $4.49 one-time purchase on Google Play.
- Automate has a free plan. Tasker does not, though it has a free trial.
- Automate also covers no-code.
Suits: Android users who prefer drawing an automation as a flowchart
- Free
Apple Shortcuts
Free automation app for iPhone, iPad and Mac, built by Apple
- Apple Shortcuts is free. Tasker starts at $4.49 one-time purchase on Google Play.
- Apple Shortcuts has a free plan. Tasker does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Apple Shortcuts lists iOS and macOS apps.
- Only Tasker lists an Android app.
- Tasker can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: iPhone, iPad and Mac owners automating tasks across Apple's apps
- Free plan · from $2.99/mo
IFTTT
Simple trigger-and-action automations for apps and smart devices
- IFTTT starts at $2.99 / month, billed annually ($35.88 per year). Tasker starts at $4.49 one-time purchase on Google Play.
- IFTTT has a free plan. Tasker does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only IFTTT lists a web app.
- Only IFTTT lists an iOS app.
- Tasker can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: Personal and smart-home automations with one trigger and one action
- Free plan · from $1.99/mo
Pushcut
Smart notifications, widgets and a server for Apple Shortcuts
- Pushcut starts at $1.99 / month for Pro, or $17.99 per year. Tasker starts at $4.49 one-time purchase on Google Play.
- Pushcut has a free plan. Tasker does not, though it has a free trial.
- Only Pushcut lists an iOS app.
- Only Tasker lists an Android app.
Suits: Shortcuts and HomeKit users who want notifications with action buttons
Limits worth knowing in Tasker
- Tasker is an application for Android only; the developer's site lists no iOS, desktop or web version.
- A few actions, such as Kill App and Mobile Data on some devices, require root access.
- The 7-day trial is a direct download from the developer's site; the Google Play version is paid from the start.
- Triggering tasks from another Android device or a PC needs the separate Join app.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Tasker?
The alternatives to Tasker in this directory are MacroDroid, Automate, Apple Shortcuts, IFTTT and Pushcut. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Tasker.
Is there a free alternative to Tasker?
Yes. Apple Shortcuts is free to use. MacroDroid, Automate, IFTTT and Pushcut have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Tasker alternatives work on macOS?
The Tasker listing does not include a macOS app. Apple Shortcuts lists one.
Which Tasker alternatives work on iOS?
The Tasker listing does not include an iOS app. Apple Shortcuts, IFTTT and Pushcut list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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