Best Free Todo Apps in 2026

Not every todo app needs to cost money. In 2026, there are several excellent free options — but they all come with trade-offs. Some require accounts, some lock basic features behind paywalls, and some are only free because they're part of a larger ecosystem.

Here's an honest look at the best free todo apps available today and what makes each one worth considering.

Mindo is a fast, simple todo app that works as a Progressive Web App on any device. The free plan includes priorities (high, medium, low), due dates, search, sort, and dark mode — no account required. Your tasks are stored locally on your device, making it one of the most privacy-friendly options available.

What makes Mindo stand out is the combination of useful features and zero friction. There's no sign-up, no onboarding flow, and no upgrade prompts cluttering the interface. It's the closest thing to a digital sticky note that actually has organization built in.

The free plan is limited to 50 tasks. If you need more, the Pro plan ($3/month) adds unlimited tasks, recurring tasks, reminders, and cloud sync.

Google Tasks is completely free and integrates with Gmail and Google Calendar. If you live in the Google ecosystem, it's the most convenient option — you can create tasks directly from emails and see them alongside your calendar events.

The downside is that Google Tasks lacks priority levels, sorting, and a standalone app. It requires a Google account, and your task data is stored by Google. For basic list-making within Gmail, it works. For anything more structured, you'll hit its limits quickly.

Microsoft To Do is free and available on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. It includes features like My Day planning, multiple lists, file attachments, and Outlook integration. For Microsoft 365 users, it's a natural choice.

The catch is that it requires a Microsoft account. The app can feel heavy compared to simpler alternatives, and the experience varies across platforms. If you're not in the Microsoft ecosystem, there's little reason to sign up just for a todo app.

Todoist's free plan offers a solid task manager with natural language input, up to 5 active projects, and basic collaboration. The interface is polished, and the app works across all platforms.

However, the free plan restricts you to 5 projects, doesn't include reminders, and limits filter views. Todoist is designed to upsell you to Pro ($4/month), so the free experience can feel deliberately limited. It also requires an account to use.

Apple Reminders comes pre-installed on every Apple device and is completely free. It supports smart lists, location-based reminders, shared lists, and Siri integration. For Apple users, it's incredibly convenient and well-integrated.

The obvious limitation is platform lock-in — Apple Reminders only works on Apple devices and iCloud.com. There's no Android or Windows app. The priority system is basic (flagged or not), and sorting options are limited compared to dedicated task managers.

If you want maximum simplicity with real features and no account required, Mindo is the best choice. If you're deep in the Google ecosystem, Google Tasks is the most convenient. Microsoft users will find Microsoft To Do fits naturally. Power users who need projects and filters should look at Todoist. Apple-only users may prefer Apple Reminders.

The best todo app is the one you'll actually use. For most people, that means something fast, simple, and available on every device — which is exactly what Mindo is built to be.