Things 3 vs TickTick
On the evidence we track, TickTick leads this comparison with a composite score of 41/100. Scores are only directly comparable because these tools share a category; the full breakdown and every source is below.
Capabilities
Feature-by-feature on the axes that matter for task management. “-” means undocumented, not absent.
What each one is
The product in its own terms, so the numbers below have context.
Things 3
A personal task management application for Mac, iPad, iPhone, and Apple Watch that helps users organize tasks, manage projects, and track progress. The app emphasizes an intuitive interface with features like natural language scheduling and keyboard-optimized workflows.
TickTick
LeaderA productivity app that helps users capture ideas, organize tasks, and manage schedules through multiple calendar views and planning tools. Offers real-time sync across phones, tablets, desktops, and watches.
Pricing
List pricing as published by each vendor, with the date we read it. Always verify at the source before you buy.
Platform & deployment
Where each product runs and how it can be hosted. A dash means undocumented, not unsupported.
Integrations
What each product connects to. Counts come from the vendor's own integration directory where one exists.
Things 3
- Reminders
- Siri
- Shortcuts
- OmniFocus
- Calendar
- Spotlight
- Writing Tools
- Control Center
- Lock Screen
- Obsidian
- Missive
- Drafts
- Keyboard Maestro
- DEVONagent
- HoudahSpot
- Agenda
TickTick
Leader- Zapier
- Slack
- Google Calendar
- Notion
- MCP
- OpenClaw
Things 3 or TickTick: which one depends on you
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Free to run, no account needed to start. How the evaluation works
Comparison generated from independently-sourced facts. Every value links to its source and retrieval date. See the method.