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Head-to-head · Android Reminder Apps

Google Tasks vs Microsoft To Do

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Google Tasks #4 in Android Reminder Apps 8.8/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 5 features Visit Google Tasks
Microsoft To Do #5 in Android Reminder Apps 8.7/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 5 features Try Microsoft To Do

Google Tasks leads on 0 checks, Microsoft To Do on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreGoogle Tasks · 8.8/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresGoogle Tasks · 1 of 5

Google Tasks scores higher on our rubric for android reminder apps: 8.8 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #5.

Google Tasks is the better fit for android users who want free Google-connected reminders. Microsoft To Do is the better fit for people who want dependable recurring personal reminders.

  • Google Tasks fits best

    Android users who want free Google-connected reminders

  • Microsoft To Do fits best

    People who want dependable recurring personal reminders

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Side by side

Feature Google Tasks 8.8/10 Visit ↗ Microsoft To Do 8.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 8.7
Ranking #4 in Android Reminder Apps #5 in Android Reminder Apps
Best for Android users who want free Google-connected reminders People who want dependable recurring personal reminders
Pricing model Free Free
Starting price Free plan Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Support Docs Docs
Integrations 8 integrations 1 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features Google Tasks 1/5 · Microsoft To Do 0/5
Recurring reminders Not checked yet Not checked yet
Location reminders Not checked yet Not checked yet
Voice input Not checked yet Not checked yet
Offline use Not checked yet Not checked yet
Calendar sync ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Specs
Platform coverage Not checked yet Not checked yet
Free task limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Recurring reminders can repeat daily, weekly, monthly, or annually.
  • Dated tasks appear in Google Calendar, and tasks can start in Gmail.
  • Lists, subtasks, notifications, and cross-device sync cover core task needs.
  • Custom recurring due dates and task reminders
  • My Day helps organize priorities and task suggestions
  • Syncs with Outlook Tasks across web and major device platforms
Cons
  • Offline access is not available.
  • Advanced reminder controls are not its focus.
  • Task assignment depends on eligible Google Workspace accounts.
  • Its listed integration is limited to Microsoft Outlook Tasks
  • Support channels listed are documentation only
  • Work and school access may require eligible Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online licensing
Our verdict

Google Tasks gives Android users a free way to organize personal to-dos, set due dates and notifications, and keep tasks connected to Google services. Lists, task details, subtasks, starring, and reordering support basic organization.…

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Microsoft To Do is a personal task-management app for organizing work into multiple lists and planning daily priorities with My Day. It suits people who want recurring reminders and a straightforward way to keep personal tasks organized,…

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  1. Google TasksAndroid Reminder Apps 8.8Free plan
  2. Microsoft To DoAndroid Reminder Apps 8.7Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Google Tasks — where it wins

    • Recurring reminders can repeat daily, weekly, monthly, or annually.
    • Dated tasks appear in Google Calendar, and tasks can start in Gmail.
    • Lists, subtasks, notifications, and cross-device sync cover core task needs.

    Where it doesn't

    • Offline access is not available.
    • Advanced reminder controls are not its focus.
    • Task assignment depends on eligible Google Workspace accounts.

  • Microsoft To Do — where it wins

    • Custom recurring due dates and task reminders
    • My Day helps organize priorities and task suggestions
    • Syncs with Outlook Tasks across web and major device platforms

    Where it doesn't

    • Its listed integration is limited to Microsoft Outlook Tasks
    • Support channels listed are documentation only
    • Work and school access may require eligible Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online licensing

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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