Mindo vs Things 3 — A Cross-Platform Alternative
Compare Mindo and Things 3 side by side. See why Mindo is a cross-platform, affordable alternative to Things 3 that works on every device.
Things 3 is a beautifully designed task manager beloved by Apple users. It's known for its polished interface and thoughtful UX. But it only works on Apple devices, costs up to $80 across platforms (Mac + iPad + iPhone), and has no web version.
Mindo works everywhere — any device, any browser, any operating system. As a PWA, it installs like a native app but runs on everything from a Chromebook to an iPhone. And at $3/month for Pro (or free forever on the basic plan), it's a fraction of the cost.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Mindo | Things 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Task creation | ||
| Priorities | ||
| Due dates | ||
| Search | ||
| Sort by priority / date / name | ||
| Dark mode | ||
| Works on Windows / Linux / Chrome OS | ||
| Works on Android | ||
| Web version | ||
| Works without account (Free) | ||
| Free plan available | ||
| Recurring tasks | ||
| Cloud sync | ||
| Projects & areas | ||
| Headings & checklists |
Why switch to Mindo?
Works on every platform
Things 3 is Apple-only. If you use a Windows PC at work, an Android phone, or a Chromebook, you're out of luck. There's no web app, no Windows version, and no Android app. Your tasks are locked into the Apple ecosystem.
Mindo is a PWA that works on any device with a browser. Use it on your Mac at home, your Windows PC at work, and your Android phone on the go. Same app, same data, no platform restrictions.
No upfront cost
Things 3 costs $49.99 for Mac, $19.99 for iPad, and $9.99 for iPhone — up to $79.97 total with no free trial. That's a significant investment before you even know if it fits your workflow. And when Things 4 launches, you'll likely need to pay again.
Mindo has a generous Free plan that includes priorities, due dates, search, sort, and dark mode. If you need cloud sync and recurring tasks, Pro is $3/month — cancel anytime. No upfront commitment, no risk.
Simpler task management
Things 3 organizes tasks into projects, areas, headings, and tags. It's a powerful system, but it requires upfront setup and ongoing maintenance. For people who just want a flat task list with priorities, it's overengineered.
Mindo gives you one clean list with priorities and due dates. No setup, no folder structures, no organizational decisions to make before you start. Add a task, set its priority, move on. Simplicity is a feature, not a limitation.