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Head-to-head

Todoist vs Microsoft To Do

Todoist 4.8★ · Free + IAP 85
Winner Todoist
Microsoft To Do 4.7★ · Free + IAP 60

Todoist offers a more robust and reliable task management experience, especially for complex workflows and cross-platform use, despite some recent UI and calendar integration complaints, while Microsoft To Do struggles significantly with crashing and syncing issues.

Full reviews: Todoist · Microsoft To Do

Todoist is a powerful and flexible task manager, praised for its intuitive input, project management capabilities, and cross-platform reliability. Microsoft To Do, while appreciated for its integration with Outlook and shared lists, is plagued by frequent crashing, syncing problems, and missing core functionalities.

Head to head

Features & Functionality edge: TodoistR2R3R8R9
Todoist Todoist is lauded for its robust features, including intuitive data input, complex team project management, multiple display modes (board, list, calendar), and the ability to set multiple reminders and add tasks by speaking R2. Users appreciate its flexibility for planning and compatibility with methodologies like GTD R8. However, a significant recurring complaint is the lack of direct integration with iCloud or Apple Calendar, limiting its utility for some users who want to manage tasks and events together R3R9R19R22. Some users also miss features like seeing all project tasks in the inbox or having a status option beyond a simple checkbox .
Microsoft To Do Microsoft To Do is valued for its ability to create multiple lists, the 'My Day' feature, and its integration with Outlook and MS Planner, simplifying workflows for Microsoft ecosystem users . Shared lists are a popular feature, enabling family members to collaborate on things like grocery lists . However, users report missing basic functionalities like printing individual tasks , sorting categories alphabetically , or having a list within a list . The phone app specifically lacks the ability to sort by category, a feature available on tablet and PC . Users also desire better search functionality, wishing it were more accessible and comprehensive .
Ease of Use & Interface edge: TodoistR2R6R7R8
Todoist Todoist is generally praised for being intuitive, easy to use, and having a clean, direct interface R2R8R17. Many users find it simple to quickly enter tasks and organize them R2. However, recent updates have introduced frustrations, such as the removal of the 'add button' from the main menu R6 and the 'swipe left to select' option, making interaction more tedious . Some users find the app confusing or 'way too complicated' with too many options and a messy page layout R7. There are also complaints about the aesthetic changes, like replacing colored circles with hashtags .
Microsoft To Do Microsoft To Do is often described as easy to use for quick lists and daily tracking . The 'My Day' feature is popular, and users appreciate the ability to customize colors . However, the app is criticized for poor UI and inconsistent UX elements . Accidental taps are a problem, making it difficult to undo actions . Users also find it frustrating that they cannot easily rearrange categories alphabetically or reorder steps within a task consistently . The process of adding photos is described as cumbersome, requiring multiple steps .
Reliability & Performance edge: TodoistR1R4R5R10
Todoist Todoist is generally considered 'rock solid' and reliable by long-term users R5. It offers solid cross-platform connectivity and smooth, bug-free performance . However, there are significant complaints about syncing issues, with tasks not syncing between devices, data loss, or delays in updates R1R4R10. Some users report problems with widgets disappearing or not working correctly after updates . There are also reports of bugs causing the app to close unexpectedly when adding or completing tasks and issues with notifications not being sent unless the app is open .
Microsoft To Do Microsoft To Do suffers from widespread and severe reliability issues. Frequent crashing is a major problem across iPhone and iPad, often occurring every few seconds or when trying to create new lists R61R75R81. Syncing issues are also persistent and have been reported for years, with updates not reflecting between devices or with Outlook . Users report widgets not working, appearing as blank white spaces or not loading previews R62. The search feature is also reported to be broken and unreliable .
Price & Value edge: TodoistR12R17R27R32
Todoist Todoist offers a free tier that users appreciate for basic features, with some noting it doesn't make you pay for essentials R12R17. Many long-term users are paid subscribers and consider it a supreme app with helpful features, finding it intuitive and a game-changer R32. However, some users find the in-app purchases quite expensive R27, and others feel the app is limited for the subscription cost, especially for advanced GTD methodologies .
Microsoft To Do Microsoft To Do is a free app, and many users appreciate its value for organizing tasks without cost . Its integration with other free Microsoft services like Outlook adds to its value for users already in that ecosystem . However, the app's significant reliability and functionality issues diminish its perceived value, even as a free tool .
Customer Support tieR1R28R42R55
Todoist Todoist receives strong criticism for its customer support. Users report that there is 'NO WAY to contact customer support or get any help' R1. Paid subscribers have experienced losing access and submitted multiple tickets without receiving a response for over a week R28R55. Issues with account verification also go unresolved, leading to warnings of account deletion R42.
Microsoft To Do Microsoft To Do users also report poor customer support. Many have tried contacting Microsoft multiple times regarding crashing and syncing issues but received no response R61. Users find it frustrating that they cannot easily make suggestions or get help, with links to feedback forms not working or sign-in issues preventing access .
Pick Todoist if

You need a powerful, flexible, and generally reliable task manager for complex projects and cross-platform use, are comfortable with its specific calendar integration options (Google/Outlook), and can tolerate potential recent UI changes R2.

Pick Microsoft To Do if

You are deeply integrated into the Microsoft ecosystem (Outlook, MS Planner) and need a free, basic to-do list for personal or shared lists, provided you are willing to contend with frequent crashing and syncing problems .

Evidence note: Both apps have a mix of positive and negative reviews, but the recent negative reviews for Microsoft To Do heavily emphasize critical functionality issues like crashing and syncing, which are fundamental to a task management app. Todoist's negative reviews, while present, are often about specific feature requests or UI changes rather than core breakage, though syncing issues and customer support are notable weaknesses.

Frequently asked

Does Todoist integrate with external calendars?
Todoist offers integration with Google Calendar and Outlook Calendar, but many users express significant disappointment and frustration over the lack of direct integration with iCloud or Apple Calendar, which limits its utility for managing both tasks and events in one place R3R9R19R22.
Are there known issues with Microsoft To Do on iOS?
Yes, Microsoft To Do on iOS is frequently reported to crash, often every 30-90 seconds or when attempting to create new lists, making the app unreliable and frustrating for many users R61R75R81. Additionally, widgets on iOS are commonly reported as broken, appearing as blank white spaces or not loading previews R62.
How is customer support for Todoist and Microsoft To Do?
Both Todoist and Microsoft To Do receive strong criticism for their customer support, with users reporting difficulty contacting support, unaddressed tickets, and a lack of response to critical issues like lost account access or persistent bugs R1R28R42R55.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R2] Todoist 5/5 · US Amazing Application: I have been using this application for over 13 years and have been witness to the amazing product development that the task manager is today. Very intuitive data input allowing for simple daily reminders to complex team project management. I love the simplicity of quick task entry putting the essential organizing categories up front. It even allows for verbal entry. Ther
  2. [R3] Todoist 3/5 · US Calendar is the one big disappointment: I’m confused why I can’t sync my iCloud or a CalDav calendar with Todoist. I was hoping to move away from Google Calendar so it sucks that the options are so limited. I considered creating my own Todoist integration, but I don’t think the SDK allows me to sync calendar events. Looking for an app that can handle tasks and events with my family. The tasks par
  3. [R8] Todoist 5/5 · US Great app: I love how flexible it is with when to plan things. Easy to figure out and keeps me on track.
  4. [R9] Todoist 3/5 · US Why??: This company is too successful to not be able to have direct calendar integration! Why? Calendar and to dos are too integrated to not include in a task manger.
  5. [R6] Todoist 3/5 · US bring back the add button: every since you guys removed the add button from the main menu i have been furious. my live is falling apart now please do add it back otherwise i will sue you.
  6. [R7] Todoist 1/5 · US Horrible Interface: This apps SUCKS. It’s impossible to add members, I literally only wanted to add one member to a project and it failed over 20 times. The interface sucks. Instead of it being easy to use and track, the setup itself was a nightmare to navigate and the page so messy with the multiple video and to do idea options
  7. [R1] Todoist 2/5 · US User: I was enjoying it but with software updates it tells me to download the latest version but will not allow it (I guess the new version can’t be run on older platforms). So, it still asks me to download the new version each time I open it, and it now no longer syncs between devices. And, as far as I can tell, there is NO WAY to contact customer support or get any help with it. A useful tool wh
  8. [R4] Todoist 1/5 · US No hay sincronización: Existe un falta de sincronización entre completar una tarea desde las notificaciones y creando tareas con Siri que no aparecen y no envía recordatorios a menos que necesariamente vuelva a abrir la aplicación
  9. [R5] Todoist 5/5 · US Big fan of this program: I’ve been using Todoist for years. It’s rock solid and I rely on it it to keep my life organized. Very good product.
  10. [R10] Todoist 1/5 · US Delays in updating the data and data loss: You change it on iPhone app, it can’t sync, overrides by desktop version, you lose your updated data. Ongoing problem for years.
  11. [R12] Todoist 3/5 · US Notes app is better: It’s like a step more advanced than the Apple Notes app in that it splits up tasks by days. But in my opinion, advanced doesn’t always mean better. Just less user-friendly in this case. Very simple app, 3 stars because it doesn’t make you pay for basic features. But I’m not a fan.
  12. [R17] Todoist 5/5 · US Well that was fast: Needed something fast. Downloaded fast. Up and running fast. Organized fast. Getting task done faster than ever! Free And Saving Time!
  13. [R27] Todoist 3/5 · GB Expect Spam: Downloaded this app, looks great and has great functionality, but I thought the in app purchases were quite expensive. The set up process includes giving your email and since deleting the app they haven’t stopped emailing me. I know businesses have to market their products but this is bordering on harassment
  14. [R32] Todoist 5/5 · US Love it: I’ve been a todoist user and paid user for more than ten years and is is still A supreme app with super helpful features. I’ve reviewed the app before and wanted to submit a request feature which is setting a task to be a routine task every month but have it pop up only on the weekend or the closes weekend to six months. Hope that makes sense
  15. [R28] Todoist 1/5 · US Support not responding: I’ve been a paid subscriber for over 8+ years. Lost access a week ago. Restore doesn’t work. Support not responding. Already submitted two tickets 7+ days ago.
  16. [R42] Todoist 3/5 · GB Account verification flaky: Signed up on a monthly basis, and entered my projects. Started getting accounts verification requests in the app. Asked for email to be sent and tried to verify but it wouldn’t accept it. Subsequently no more emails have reached me. So I asked for help which raised a ticket but no follow up help. Trying to check the ticket says access denied. Warnings received that ac
  17. [R55] Todoist 1/5 · US Customer Service is Nonexistent: I recently purchased and annual subscription to Todoist but unfortunately the app doesn't appear to recognize that I did. I submitted a support ticket (actually several) since there is no way you can actually speak to a human and they have yet to address this concern.
  18. [R19] Todoist 1/5 · US Doesn’t connect to apple calender: Can’t use it for anything, doesn’t even connect to my calender? Built for iOS? Useless app.
  19. [R22] Todoist 1/5 · US No Apple Calendar Integration: No Apple Calendar integration in 2026 is insane. You won’t be able to add your calendar events to Todoist unless you use Google Calendar or Outlook. There are a lot of people that don’t want Google or Microsoft to have access to their personal calendar. Unfortunately, Todoist doesn’t care about those people.
  20. [R61] Microsoft To Do 1/5 · US Crashing: Keeps crashing on both my iPhone and iPad. Tried many time contacting Microsoft but there was no response. Too bad
  21. [R62] 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
  22. [R75] Microsoft To Do 3/5 · US 3 stars: It crashes on me when I try to start a new list. And I have lost tasks when moving to a new list. Poof. Just gone. So now I have to screenshot before moving just in case. Otherwise it’s great!
  23. [R81] Microsoft To Do 3/5 · US IOS challenges: I like To Do on my computer but I use an iPhone and the two aren’t the best of friends. It’s often slow and shuts down. So, I’m using Reminders on my phone and To Do on my computer.

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