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Google Tasks vs Google Docs

Google Tasks 4.8★ · Free + IAP 60
Winner Google Docs
Google Docs 4.8★ · Free + IAP 75

Google Docs is the stronger choice for general productivity due to its robust features and widespread use, while Google Tasks is better suited for simple task management despite its significant limitations.

Full reviews: Google Tasks · Google Docs

Google Docs offers comprehensive document creation and editing with strong cross-platform functionality, though mobile users report some interface and performance issues. Google Tasks provides a simple task management solution, but is plagued by frequent crashes and a lack of essential features like search and sharing.

Head to head

Features edge: Google DocsR5R6R8R9
Google Tasks Google Tasks is praised for its simplicity and integration with other Google services like Calendar and Assistant, allowing users to organize daily tasks and set reminders R5R8R11R17. However, many users find it too basic, lacking crucial features such as a search function R9R13R21R32, the ability to share tasks or lists R15R16R23R44, reorder lists R10, or add badges for overdue tasks R6. Users also desire more advanced options like habit reminders, tags, filters, priority levels, and more flexible recurring tasks R36.
Google Docs Google Docs is highly valued for its comprehensive writing tools, ability to create and edit documents across multiple platforms, and seamless integration with Google Drive . Users appreciate features like highlighting, color-coding, and offline access . However, mobile users report limitations compared to the desktop version, such as fewer options in menus R69, issues with command keys on iPad , and difficulties with image manipulation . Some users also note the absence of spell check on mobile R94 and limited export options .
Ease of Use tieR2R5R10R11
Google Tasks Google Tasks is generally considered simple and easy to use for daily tasks and reminders R2R5R11R17. Users appreciate its straightforward interface. However, some find it too rigid, with difficulties in reordering lists and moving tasks between them R10. There are also complaints about the UI being old-looking and issues with subtasks not always being subservient to the main task .
Google Docs Google Docs is praised for being easy to use for writing and creating documents, even for young users . Its cross-platform functionality makes it handy . However, mobile users report difficulties with cursor placement , navigating menus R69, and the app not returning to the last edited position after leaving a document . Some find the AI suggestions intrusive and difficult to disable .
Reliability tieR1R3R12R21
Google Tasks Google Tasks suffers from significant reliability issues, with multiple users reporting frequent app crashes upon opening or when trying to add tasks R1R3R12. Some users also experience problems with tasks not saving after updates , notifications being broken or delayed , and tasks disappearing . Syncing between Tasks and Calendar is also noted as unreliable R21.
Google Docs Google Docs generally works well for many users . However, there are numerous reports of performance issues, including lagging R69R107R113, documents not opening , and the app kicking iPhones off WiFi . Users also report glitches with pasting photos R87, text not showing up in different modes , and general instability after updates .
Price/Value tieR5R17R36R76
Google Tasks Google Tasks is a free app, and users appreciate its utility for organization R5R17. While some users express a willingness to pay for additional features like sharing or custom sortable fields R36, the core offering is free.
Google Docs Google Docs is also a free app, highly valued for its ability to create and manage documents without cost, making it a convenient alternative to paid software . However, some users complain about Google making them pay for more storage R76.
Support tieR6R7R9R13
Google Tasks Reviews for Google Tasks indicate a lack of responsiveness from developers regarding long-standing feature requests, such as a search function or badge support R6R9R13R32. Users express frustration over vague release notes R7 and feel that the app gets worse with updates .
Google Docs There are complaints that Google is pushing AI features without an easy way to disable them . Some users also report that issues like WiFi disconnections have persisted for a long time without resolution .
Pick Google Tasks if

you need a very simple, no-frills task manager that integrates tightly with Google Calendar and Assistant, and you don't mind its current feature limitations and occasional bugs R8R11.

Pick Google Docs if

you need a robust word processor for creating, editing, and managing documents across multiple devices, and you value its extensive features and cloud synchronization .

Evidence note: Both apps are free with IAP, but the reviews do not focus on IAP-specific friction. The negative reviews for Google Tasks are more severe, often describing the app as unusable due to crashes, while Google Docs' negative reviews tend to focus on performance glitches or missing advanced features.

Frequently asked

Does Google Tasks have a search function?
No, Google Tasks currently lacks a built-in search function on its mobile app, requiring users to manually scroll through long lists to find specific tasks R9R13R21R32.
Can I share tasks or lists in Google Tasks?
No, Google Tasks does not currently support sharing individual tasks or lists with other accounts, which users find to be a significant limitation for collaborative use R15R16R23R44.
Are there performance issues with Google Docs on mobile?
Yes, many users report performance issues with Google Docs on mobile, including lagging, slow operation, documents failing to open, and glitches with features like pasting photos R69R87R107R113.
Does Google Docs have spell check on mobile?
According to user reviews, Google Docs' mobile app does not have spell check, which is a significant drawback for editing documents on the go R94.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R5] Google Tasks 5/5 · US Getting organized: Great App, allows you to tick of tasks and especially for really busy people who get distracted. I find in retirement I am probably more busy than when I worked a full time job. It adds focus to your day and allows ability to track tasks
  2. [R6] Google Tasks 3/5 · US Still no badges: Years later still no red badges telling you how many tasks are due or overdue.
  3. [R8] Google Tasks 4/5 · US Great integration! Too simple tho: I would say this is the best app for those who use smart assistants to set reminders. google assistant of course works but you can use the newer gemini to set reminders with natural language. you can even put a screenshot into gemini and it’ll put the reminders into tasks automatically. i would like it if they added location based and app usage based triggers for
  4. [R9] Google Tasks 3/5 · US No search function: The application would be much more useful if there was the ability to search within the app. The only way to search is to do it in the Google calendar application. If you lose the search capability in Google calendar (which is a known problem that I have not been able to fix), both Google Calendar and Google Tasks lose a major function that I depend upon. I am looking for oth
  5. [R2] Google Tasks 5/5 · US Very nice app: I like this app!
  6. [R10] Google Tasks 2/5 · US Reorder Lists: No ability to reorder the lists themselves??? Everything else is good. No I do not want to log in from a computer to move my lists. No i do not want to rename my list then move all the tasks to a new list. This seems like a fundamental feature this app is lacking.
  7. [R11] Google Tasks 5/5 · US Best organizer: I use if for daily tasks, and things to remember in the future. Super easy to use and features let me create reminder lists that fit my life!
  8. [R1] Google Tasks 1/5 · US App keeps crashing: The app keeps crashing without any warnings. I’ve uninstalled, installed and updated the app but I am still unable to open it on my iPhone 11.
  9. [R3] Google Tasks 3/5 · US Keeps crashing: I used to use this all the time but now I can't even open the app. I've even tried uninstalling and reinstalling, but it still crashes on open. Back to using Apple Reminders I guess
  10. [R12] Google Tasks 3/5 · US Convenient but buggy: App crashes whenever I click ‘add tasks’
  11. [R21] Google Tasks 3/5 · US Generally good and def helps me keep track of things i need to do (with caveats): Generally good and helps me keep track of things i need to do with a simple interface ! Three things would make it sooo much better- 1) Ability to Search for a task in Google Tasks, 2) Ability to see an aggregate list of tasks in addition to by category (all by sorted by due date for example), 3) More reliable
  12. [R17] Google Tasks 5/5 · US Helps with organization!: Tasks helps me organize all my to do’s in one place. From business tasks, personal, and joint, I can organize everything in one place and assign dates/view it on my calendar. Love it!
  13. [R36] Google Tasks 3/5 · US Calendar integration is great, but missing table stakes features: The only reason I use this is its integration with Google calendar. But the lack of multi-sort and deadline dates on the app hold it back. Custom sortable fields and sharing tasks with other google users would make it elite level. I'd pay for that.
  14. [R76] Google Docs 1/5 · US paywall storage: I can’t believe that Google is making people pay for more storage. This is ridiculous.
  15. [R7] Google Tasks 1/5 · US Zero for release notes: Bug fixes an improvements, what the hell does that mean? Just try putting something reasonable in here just one sentence that says what you're changing. It's not that hard.
  16. [R13] Google Tasks 1/5 · US Missing a search function: The Google Tasks mobile app for iPhone does not currently have a built-in search feature for finding specific tasks. To locate items, you must manually scroll through your lists. My lists are long and this is a PITA. Google, please add this simple feature ASAP!
  17. [R32] Google Tasks 5/5 · US Đề xuất bổ sung tính năng tìm kiếm (Search): Tôi rất hài lòng với ứng dụng vì giao diện đơn giản và dễ sử dụng. Tuy nhiên, hiện tại ứng dụng đang thiếu một tính năng rất quan trọng là tìm kiếm (search). Khi số lượng công việc tăng lên (ví dụ 200+ task), việc tìm lại một công việc cụ thể trở nên rất khó khăn và mất nhiều thời gian. Trong khi đó, các ứng dụng tương tự như “Lời nhắc” trên iPhone đã
  18. [R15] Google Tasks 3/5 · US It's ok: Give the ability to share
  19. [R16] Google Tasks 1/5 · US Needs to be able to share tasks with other accounts.: I like that this is integrated with Google suite but unlike calendars and docs etc ya see is are only for you. No shared home grocery lists no project management in your team. This could be so much better instead it’s just irritating.
  20. [R23] Google Tasks 4/5 · US Sharing: Great app. Want to share task as or with others or “family”
  21. [R44] Google Tasks 4/5 · US Useful: First good app for task tracking that keeps it simple. Sharing allowed only Throught joint email account Reordering task list impossible Otherwise great!
  22. [R69] Google Docs 3/5 · US Lags quite a bit: I give it 3 stars because overall it is a good app, however, it has some seriously annoying performance issues that have been bugging me for a while. I am mostly writing this review in the hopes that one of the devs will see it and take a look at the issues. The first issue is the amount of available options in the menu, unlike the browser version there is only a single scroll ba
  23. [R87] Google Docs 3/5 · GB Can’t paste photos: Since the last update, I can’t paste any photos or screenshots - it comes up with an error. I’ve tried deleting and reinstalling the app, clearing cache etc but still not working. Please look into it!
  24. [R107] Google Docs 1/5 · US Underwhelming: Google attempts to force users to use their app whenever accessing any of their products through a tablet or mobile device, just to bring us an interface that lags and slows down to a halt whenever you type more than one sentence. Now that the app has been downloaded, there is no chance to open documents through a web browser because Google automatically opens Google Docs with their
  25. [R113] Google Docs 1/5 · GB Glitchy app: So glitchy and slow on mobile that had to stop
  26. [R94] Google Docs 2/5 · US No spell check!: There is spell check for the mobile apps, confirmed by Google. Even worse, you cannot edit documents from the website, leaving your only option being to use the aforementioned Docs app…which doesn’t have spell check. 2026, one of the largest tech companies and their flagship document editor doesn’t have spell check.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store