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Head-to-head

Any.do vs Calendars

Any.do 4.6★ · Free + IAP 45
Winner Calendars
Calendars 4.7★ · Free + IAP 70

Calendars is generally more reliable for core calendar and task management, despite some recent issues, while Any.do struggles with persistent bugs and aggressive monetization.

Full reviews: Any.do · Calendars

Any.do and Calendars both offer calendar and task management, but Any.do faces significant user complaints about bugs, lost data, and deceptive pricing practices. Calendars, while not without its own recent syncing and paywall issues, is generally praised for its intuitive design and robust functionality, making it the more reliable choice.

Head to head

Features edge: CalendarsR2R9R11R20
Any.do Any.do is appreciated for its list-making capabilities, especially for shopping and daily tasks, and the ability to prioritize tasks by moving them R20. However, users desire the ability to move tasks between lists R2 and customize backgrounds on the app like on the website R11. Some find the calendar view problematic, with issues in navigating months R9.
Calendars Calendars is praised for its color-coding, multiple views (month, week, tasks), and integration with other calendars like Google and Apple . Users value the ability to add task lists directly to the calendar . However, some core features like recurring events, multiple alarms, and editing colors have been moved behind a paywall R66R67R70. There are also requests for in-app cross-platform sync capabilities for tasks .
Ease of Use edge: CalendarsR3R4R14R18
Any.do Any.do receives mixed reviews on ease of use. Some users find it easy and intuitive, praising its simplicity and lack of a learning curve R14. Others, however, describe it as 'not that intuitive' or 'overly complicated,' especially for new users R3R18. The visual design is also criticized as feeling 'ancient' and inconsistent R4.
Calendars Calendars is widely considered easy to use, with many users highlighting its intuitive interface and clear layout, especially the month-at-a-glance view and color-coding . However, some users find the new version less user-friendly than its predecessor or report difficulty navigating between weeks .
Reliability tieR1R6R7R16
Any.do Any.do suffers from significant reliability issues, with numerous reports of bugs, freezing, and data loss. Users describe updates destroying the app, items disappearing from lists, and the app not opening R1R6R16. Many users have lost all their lists and reminders, sometimes after being forced to sign in or sign up R7R25R52. Syncing issues are also reported, especially after upgrading to family plans .
Calendars Calendars generally has a good reputation for reliability, with many long-term users . However, recent updates have introduced significant syncing problems, with events not updating in the cloud or across devices . Several users have reported losing all their important dates or events disappearing R61. Widget functionality also appears buggy, with dates not showing or widgets not appearing .
Price/Value tieR10R12R13R15
Any.do Any.do's pricing and value are major points of contention. Many users report being charged immediately for a yearly subscription ($59.99) despite signing up for a 7-day free trial R10R13R37R48. There are also complaints about being charged unexpectedly after not using the app for years . Users feel too many features are behind an 'expensive paywall' and that the free version is limited R12R22. Some paid users still see ads for upgrades R15.
Calendars Calendars has shifted many basic features, such as recurring events and multiple alarms, behind a subscription paywall, frustrating long-time users who previously had these features for free or as a one-time purchase R66R67R70. Users who bought the app previously or have lifetime access are now harassed to 'upgrade' . There are also reports of being charged after canceling a trial .
Support edge: CalendarsR30R60R74R105
Any.do Any.do's support receives mixed feedback. One user praised the support team as '1st class' and excellent in communication, despite not being able to resolve a persistent lag issue R60. However, another user reported sending an email about a cancellation issue and not hearing back R30.
Calendars Calendars' support team is generally highly praised as 'top notch' and 'exceptional' when users encounter issues R74. However, some users report difficulty reaching human support, ending up with AI responses that didn't resolve their syncing problems R105.
Pick Any.do if

you prioritize a simple, list-focused interface for basic task management and grocery shopping, and are willing to tolerate potential bugs and aggressive monetization tactics R20.

Pick Calendars if

you need a robust calendar app with strong visual organization (color-coding, multiple views) and integration with existing calendar services, and are prepared to pay for premium features like recurring events .

Evidence note: Both apps have a significant number of negative reviews related to recent changes in pricing models and app reliability, which skews recent sentiment. For Any.do, the free vs. paid asymmetry is very pronounced, with many negative reviews coming from users frustrated by features being paywalled or deceptive trial practices. Calendars also faces similar complaints about paywalls for previously free features.

Frequently asked

Is Any.do truly free for personal use?
Despite Any.do's website claiming 'PERSONAL use is FREE,' many users report that upon installing the app, it immediately pushes a 'premium' mode costing around $5/month and does not offer a truly free personal use mode R22.
Do I need to pay for recurring events in Calendars?
Yes, many users report that the ability to set weekly or recurring events is a feature locked behind the paid 'Pro' subscription in Calendars, which was previously available in the free version R66R67R70R78.
Have users experienced data loss with these apps?
Yes, both Any.do and Calendars users have reported significant data loss; Any.do users lost lists and reminders after updates or being forced to sign in R7R25R52, while Calendars users reported losing all important dates and events disappearing from their calendars R61.
Are there issues with free trials and unexpected charges?
Yes, users of both apps have reported being charged immediately for yearly subscriptions (e.g., $59.99 for Any.do, $20.80 for Calendars) despite signing up for a 7-day free trial, and some were charged after canceling their subscriptions R10R13R37R48.

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. [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
  3. [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
  4. [R20] Any.do 5/5 · US Lists Elevate Success: For over 20 yrs I’ve used and taught making lists. However, since Covid I’ve found myself foundering at times, unable to get myself organized. Recently I discovered Any.do. I’m able to quickly add items to my to do list. The ability to create a timeline of upcoming events clears those items from my mind, allowing me to find greater peace. Not keeping everything in mind allo
  5. [R3] Any.do 3/5 · US Not that intuitive: Not that intuitive
  6. [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
  7. [R14] Any.do 5/5 · US Perfect!: Has everting you need as an individual or a small business no complications no learning curve
  8. [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
  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. [R60] Any.do 3/5 · GB Sad to say ‘goodbye”: I’ve used this app for probably 4/5 years now but sadly have to bid it farewell. My issue started about 5 months ago (Dec. ‘20) whereby typing in tasks became a chore because of a seriously infringing lag, which today has become even worse (I basically can’t use the app anymore). The support team, over the years, and with this issue, have been 1st class. Communications are
  19. [R74] Calendars 5/5 · US Best calendar app!: Not only is the app itself easy to use and fully functional, if there’s ever an issue, their support team is top notch.
  20. [R105] Calendars 3/5 · US Phone Sync: Waaaaaaaa, Calanders worked fine, then one day poof, would not sync with my phone. Tried to reach help but got AI… I have not learned how to talk to AI, ended up with all these things to try…no luck. Try something else, I paid for the year or I would leave.
  21. [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
  22. [R66] Calendars 3/5 · US Don’t bother if looking for free: Can’t even have weekly events repeat without buying Pro. Thanks but no thanks.
  23. [R67] Calendars 1/5 · US Not the best: I have used many calendar apps and you have to pay for repeat events like wth!! Over rated in my opinion. Use time tree!
  24. [R70] Calendars 2/5 · US Free version does not allow recurring events: Looking for free basic cal but lack of ability to make events recurring makes this an incomplete calendar. Other functions seemed great.
  25. [R78] Calendars 3/5 · US repeat: Its’s annoying that I have to pay for pro to repeat an event. I don’t want to have schedule work every single day when it’s the same time. Only spent like 5 minutes on the app but no point in getting it.
  26. [R25] Any.do 1/5 · US Disappointed: I’ve been using this app for years to keep lists and info and all of a sudden I went to check something and it is forcing me to create an account. Now I’ve lost everything I’ve been jotting down for years. Not ok Any.do.
  27. [R52] Any.do 1/5 · US This used to be the best: I used this app for many years and I loved it. It was one of the primary ways I kept organized. I had a list of daily and weekly reminders as well as longer term things I didn’t want to forget. I opened up the app today and was forced to register and potentially sign up for a plan, and all the reminders I had listed are gone. My lists are gone. It’s like someone threw awa
  28. [R61] Calendars 1/5 · US Disappointed: Had this app for an about two years have lost all of my important dates twice! Look for a better and more reliable app!
  29. [R37] Any.do 1/5 · US Signed up for free 7 days trial and was immediately charged for a year: Title says it all
  30. [R48] Any.do 3/5 · GB TESTING BUT TOO MUCH PRESSURE TO SUBSCRIBE: Looks too expensive at present see how I feel in 7 days time. TOO MUCH PRESSURE TO SUBSCRIBE & I do not subscribe to it because I am at the dilligaf stage of my life .BUT YOU AND APPLE HAVE NOW STOLEN £56.99 from my bank and if it is not refunded as apple say my review will be even more vitriolic

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