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Zoho ToDo alternatives
Zoho ToDo compared with 5 alternatives: Microsoft To Do, Google Tasks, Todoist, Any.do and TickTick.
Zoho ToDo has a free plan. Paid plans start at $1 per user / month, billed annually (Zoho Mail Lite). All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zoho ToDoThis tool | Free plan · from $1/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Microsoft To Do | Free | Free | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| Google Tasks | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
| Todoist | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Any.do | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| TickTick | Free plan · from $49.99/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
How each one differs from Zoho ToDo
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Microsoft To Do
Free to-do list from Microsoft that syncs with Outlook tasks
- Microsoft To Do is free. Zoho ToDo starts at $1 per user / month, billed annually (Zoho Mail Lite).
- Only Microsoft To Do lists Windows and macOS apps.
- Zoho ToDo also covers kanban boards.
Suits: People who already use Outlook or Microsoft 365
- Free plan · from $7/mo
Google Tasks
Google's to-do list, built into Gmail, Calendar, Chat and Docs
- Google Tasks starts at $7 per user / month with a 1-year commitment (Workspace Business Starter). Zoho ToDo starts at $1 per user / month, billed annually (Zoho Mail Lite).
- Google Tasks also covers time blocking and calendar.
- Zoho ToDo also covers kanban boards.
Suits: People who already work in Gmail and Google Calendar
- 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. Zoho ToDo starts at $1 per user / month, billed annually (Zoho Mail Lite).
- Only Todoist lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Only Todoist lists a browser extension.
- Todoist also covers templates, natural-language input and calendar.
Suits: People who want one task list on every device they own
- Free plan · from $4.99/mo
Any.do
To-do list and calendar app with separate family and team plans
- Any.do starts at $4.99 per month, billed annually ($7.99 billed monthly). Zoho ToDo starts at $1 per user / month, billed annually (Zoho Mail Lite).
- Only Any.do lists macOS and Windows apps.
- Only Any.do lists a browser extension.
- Any.do also covers templates, calendar, Gantt & timelines and workflow automation.
Suits: Personal to-do lists kept in sync between phone, desktop and web
- 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). Zoho ToDo starts at $1 per user / month, billed annually (Zoho Mail Lite).
- Only TickTick lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Only TickTick lists a browser extension.
- TickTick also covers natural-language input, calendar, Pomodoro timer and habit tracking.
Suits: People who want tasks, habits and a focus timer in a single app
Limits worth knowing in Zoho ToDo
- Not sold on its own: Zoho ToDo comes with Zoho Mail and Zoho Workplace plans, which are priced per user.
- Assigning one task to several people, up to 5, is limited to paid plans.
- Collaboration is built around an organization: the help pages describe assigning tasks to, and inviting, members of the same Zoho organization.
- Mail Lite and Mail Premium are billed annually only, and the Forever Free plan is offered only in select data centers.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Zoho ToDo?
The alternatives to Zoho ToDo in this directory are Microsoft To Do, Google Tasks, Todoist, Any.do and TickTick. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Zoho ToDo.
Is there a free alternative to Zoho ToDo?
Yes. Microsoft To Do is free to use. Google Tasks, Todoist, Any.do and TickTick have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Zoho ToDo alternatives work on Windows?
The Zoho ToDo listing does not include a Windows app. Microsoft To Do, Todoist, Any.do and TickTick list one.
Which Zoho ToDo alternatives work on macOS?
The Zoho ToDo listing does not include a macOS app. Microsoft To Do, Todoist, Any.do and TickTick 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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