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Head-to-head

Any.do vs Microsoft To Do

Any.do 4.6★ · Free + IAP 60
Winner Microsoft To Do
Microsoft To Do 4.7★ · Free + IAP 75

Microsoft To Do is the better choice for most users due to its generally higher reliability and better integration with the Microsoft ecosystem, despite some recent stability issues.

Full reviews: Any.do · Microsoft To Do

Microsoft To Do generally offers a more reliable and integrated experience, especially for users within the Microsoft ecosystem, although it has faced recent complaints about crashing and syncing. Any.do, while praised for its simplicity by some, struggles with frequent bugs, poor UI, and aggressive premium pricing tactics, leading to a less consistent user experience.

Head to head

Features edge: Microsoft To DoR2R4R9R11
Any.do Any.do is appreciated for its core to-do list functionality, including the ability to prioritize tasks by moving them and creating shopping lists . However, users desire more customization options like changing backgrounds in the app R11, the ability to move tasks between lists R2, and better calendar view functionality R9. Some find the app's visual design outdated R4.
Microsoft To Do Microsoft To Do users value its ability to create multiple lists, the 'My Day' feature, and customization options like colors . It integrates well with Outlook and MS Planner . Users appreciate shared lists for collaboration R93. However, there are requests for more advanced features like lists within lists , better search functionality , and a printing option . Some users also miss features from the older Wunderlist app .
Ease of Use edge: Microsoft To DoR3R5R18R24
Any.do Any.do is described as easy to use by some, especially for quick task addition and grocery lists . However, many users find it unintuitive and difficult to get the hang of R3R18R24. Recent updates have made it harder to access core features and some users report issues with basic functions like signing in or adding items R5.
Microsoft To Do Microsoft To Do is generally considered easy to use for daily task management . Users find it helpful for organizing different categories . However, some find the controls annoying , accidental taps can be problematic , and the process for adding photos is cumbersome . There are also complaints about the constant need to log in .
Reliability tieR1R6R7R16
Any.do Any.do suffers from significant reliability issues, with frequent reports of bugs, crashing, and data loss R1R6R7R16. Users have experienced items disappearing, lists not showing up, and the app not opening R1R7R16. Syncing issues are also a problem, especially after updates R49. Some users report lag when typing .
Microsoft To Do Microsoft To Do also faces notable reliability concerns, particularly with crashing on iOS devices and sync issues across devices R70R76R93. Widgets are frequently reported as broken on iOS R65R88R103. Users have also lost tasks when moving them and experienced search functionality breaking .
Price/Value edge: Microsoft To DoR10R12R13R15
Any.do Any.do's pricing and value are major pain points. Many users feel the premium features are too expensive R12 and that too many basic features are paywalled R12. There are multiple complaints about deceptive free trial offers, with users being immediately charged for annual subscriptions without warning R10R13. Some paying users still see ads for upgrades R15. The company's claim of a 'free personal use' tier is contradicted by the app immediately pushing premium R22.
Microsoft To Do Microsoft To Do is generally perceived as a good value, especially since it's free and integrates well with other Microsoft services . While it has in-app purchases, reviews do not highlight aggressive upsells or deceptive pricing practices. The main complaints are about functionality rather than cost.
Support tieR4R30R49R51
Any.do Any.do's support receives mixed reviews. Some users praise it as 'first rate' R51 and '1st class' for their efforts . However, others report no response after cancelling subscriptions R30 or issues with password reset emails not arriving R49. The developer response to UI complaints was perceived as defensive R4.
Microsoft To Do Microsoft To Do users report difficulty contacting Microsoft support and receiving no response for crashing issues . There are also complaints about the in-app suggestion link not working .
Pick Any.do if

Pick Any.do if you prioritize a simple, straightforward to-do list experience and are willing to overlook frequent bugs and aggressive premium pricing .

Pick Microsoft To Do if

Pick Microsoft To Do if you are already in the Microsoft ecosystem and value integration with Outlook and MS Planner, or if you need reliable shared lists for collaboration .

Evidence note: Both apps have a significant number of recent negative reviews, particularly regarding reliability and bugs. Any.do's negative reviews are heavily skewed towards pricing issues and deceptive practices, while Microsoft To Do's recent negatives focus on crashing and syncing problems.

Frequently asked

Is Any.do truly free for personal use?
Despite Any.do's website claiming 'PERSONAL' use is free, users report that upon installing the app, it immediately pushes a 'premium' mode costing $5/month and does not offer a free personal use mode R22.
Do these apps have issues with syncing across devices?
Both Any.do and Microsoft To Do have reported issues with syncing across devices; Any.do users experienced updates not syncing R49, while Microsoft To Do users frequently cite sync problems between iOS and desktop apps, and between shared lists R70R76R93.
Are there problems with widgets for these apps?
Any.do users report that the widget function only works intermittently R18, while Microsoft To Do users frequently complain that widgets do not work with clear or tinted iOS themes and often appear as blank white spaces R65R88R103.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R2] Any.do 4/5 · US No ability to move a task between lists: No ability to move a task from one list to another.. i suggest this feature!
  2. [R4] Any.do 2/5 · US Decent: It’s a decent app. But the visual craft and layout of everything just feels ancient, like it hasn’t been looked at by a designer in 10 years. The developer response is telling: defensive and clueless. If they cared about minimalism, they wouldn’t have ugly gradients from 2006, poor item spacing across the entire app, poorly chosen and inconsistent icons, and ugly backgrounds with no opti
  3. [R9] Any.do 3/5 · US Calendar View has issues: When I’m in calendar view and want to look at the standard calendar that is displayed at the top of the page, it only shows the month that I am on in the list below. If I want to change the month, I can’t simply swipe to the left to go ahead 1 month or to the right to go back 1 month as it may take me to a totally different month (like if I am in January and swipe to the
  4. [R11] Any.do 4/5 · US ALMOST Perfect: On the website, you’re able to change the background, but on the app you cannot. Wish you could change the background on the app too! Otherwise, this is a great app for students and office workers who just need an app that they can jot down notes and to-do’s! I personally enjoy using the desktop website more than the iOS app (at least on iPad), as it is more streamlined and easier
  5. [R3] Any.do 3/5 · US Not that intuitive: Not that intuitive
  6. [R5] Any.do 4/5 · US Can’t even sign in to use: I can’t give you a bad review as I have not used the app. BUT I am trying to sign up as a new account subscriber and I downloaded the app and it’s not letting me get in. I gave all correct info and it says Tried 30 times with different passwords because it keeps saying “uh oh, we are having g trouble signing you up, try again”
  7. [R18] Any.do 3/5 · US Eh: Seems to only work when it wants to when I’m using the widget function. Also, would say it’s the most user friendly app to use. Can be difficult to get the hang of using it. Not the worse app out there though
  8. [R24] Any.do 3/5 · US So much promise…needs improvement: I like app layout but task doesn’t flow right. Overly complicated. I hope the developers will make improvements.
  9. [R1] Any.do 1/5 · US Newest update is awful: The latest update destroyed the app. Any time I try to add items to various shopping lists it shows up as a blank checkbox under “other”. I’ve deleted the shopping list, uninstalled and reinstalled the app, restarted my phone, and it still won’t show the items I’ve added to my list. Not much I can do with an invisible shopping list…
  10. [R6] Any.do 3/5 · US So buggy: These days it seems like the bugs are everywhere
  11. [R7] Any.do 1/5 · US Killed my list: Suddenly I have to sign in and sign up? No warning whatsoever. Now my stuff is gone. It was a decent app, but they keep changing it for the worse. Good riddens.
  12. [R16] Any.do 2/5 · US App doesn’t open: Keep getting spinning circles off and on the last couple weeks, certainly doesn’t help with productivity when you can’t see your to-do list or add to it at the time
  13. [R10] Any.do 1/5 · US Very poor: This planner tricked me into buying a one year subscription. Now it hangs up at every turn. Complete waste of money.
  14. [R12] Any.do 3/5 · US Premium too expensive!: Too many things behind a way-too-expensive paywall! Can’t you lower the price? If you did, I’d pay for Premium.
  15. [R13] Any.do 1/5 · US This company is deceptive: They advertise a 7 day free trial but I was charged $59.99 immediately and was unable to obtain a refund. It’s not worth trying this app or supporting this company. Beware.
  16. [R15] Any.do 3/5 · US Adds: Being that I paid $60.00 a year is there any way to eliminate the two adds on the homepage asking me to upgrade to family or teams plans? Will not renew!
  17. [R30] Any.do 3/5 · US Need support: I cancelled the subscription before the trial end period and it’s showing I have the plan until 2024. Sent an email but haven’t heard from anyone yet. Need to make sure I have been completely cancelled and not charged for an annual subscription.
  18. [R49] Any.do 1/5 · US Highly frustrating: I upgraded to the family plan today and wasted a good chunk of my afternoon trying to get the app to work. Tried to delete a board I didn’t want and it won’t go away. Tried to rename grocery list and can’t. Emails to reset password never arrived. Tried on desktop and had more success, but then when I grab my phone to add something, none of those updates are synced, even an h
  19. [R51] Any.do 3/5 · GB Great App: It is a great app, no question about it. It is also backed up with first rate support I would say probably the best I’ve had to deal with via the App Store. Why 3 stars - purely because I need a desktop app to work as well, I work in areas where I cannot take a mobile device and the lack of desktop functionality kills it for me, and that’s the only reason based upon my usage patterns.
  20. [R22] Any.do 1/5 · US Any.do Website Claims “PERSONAL” = FREE: I thought this might be a good replacement for M/S ToDo particularly since the webpage www.any.do/pricing states clearly: PERSONAL use if FREE. But as soon as one installs the app, it immediately tries to place in its “premium” mode costing $5/month and does not offer at all the “Personal” use mode
  21. [R70] Microsoft To Do 1/5 · US Sync issues never end: Unfortunately, MS apps - primarily To Do and OneNote, have had sync issues on/off for 5+ years. They fix the issues for a while and then they come back. At work, home, and on Windows and iOS/Mac. Nice idea, just okay GUI, but horrible execution. BLUF: It’s not reliable. Time to replace.
  22. [R76] Microsoft To Do 1/5 · US Refuses to sync correctly: The iOS app refuses to sync correctly with the desktop app. Signing out and in does not fix the issue. Looks like it’s time to find a more reliable to do app. It’s sad to see just how badly Microsoft screwed up the Wunderlist purchase.
  23. [R93] Microsoft To Do 3/5 · US Awesome when it works: I use this list for years. Me and my husband would share it for grocery list or packing list. I shared it with other family member members when we were traveling together and it’s been awesome. The problem is over the last six months to a year. It’s not updating between people anymore. It constantly signing us out or not sinking properly. It’s become unusable at this point
  24. [R65] Microsoft To Do 4/5 · US Love the app, but the widgets dont work with the clear or tinted themes of ios: Thats about it. Been using it for years and its really good at syncing stuff no matter which device I am on
  25. [R88] Microsoft To Do 1/5 · US IOS Issues: I love To Do and its functions, i love that I can access my lists from all of my work and personal devices. However, I use my iPad Mini as a work hub during the day for work, and the WIDGETS on iOS DO NOT WORK. They are a blank white space, previews do not even load. This is a huge issue for my productivity flow. Please fix!
  26. [R103] Microsoft To Do 2/5 · US Widget broken: The widget is completely broken when using tinted icons on the Home Screen

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