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Todoist vs Super Productivity
Todoist vs Super Productivity
A side-by-side look at Todoist (the paid SaaS) and Super Productivity (the open source alternative). Use this page to decide if the switch fits your team and workflow.
| Todoist | Super Productivity | |
|---|---|---|
| Tagline | Cross-platform todo list and task manager. | Open source Todoist-style task tracker with time tracking. |
| License | Proprietary SaaS | MIT |
| Pricing | Free tier; Pro from $4/month. | Free to self-host |
| Self-host option | No | Yes — difficulty 1/5 |
| Hosted cloud available | Yes (only option) | No |
| Desktop apps | Varies by product | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Mobile apps | Official apps typically available | Android |
Ad slot — between tables
Best for
Local-first todo app with Pomodoro and Jira/GitHub integrations.
Super Productivity strengths
- Local-first — no account needed.
- Pomodoro and time tracking built in.
- Integrations with Jira, GitHub, GitLab.
Super Productivity weaknesses
- No iOS app.
- Sync requires your own backend (Nextcloud, WebDAV).
- UI density can overwhelm new users.
What's the catch with Todoist?
- Free tier feature reductions over time.
- Reminder functionality locked behind paid tier.
- Cloud-only.
Still unsure?
Check the full list of alternatives to Todoist: see Todoist alternatives, or learn more about Super Productivity on its project page.