Nextcloud Tasks
Nextcloud Tasks: A self-hosted task manager with CalDAV sync, recurring tasks and subtasks. Ranked #66 of 148 in To-Do List Apps by our editors (3.0/10); pricing: Open source; best for self-hosted users needing CalDAV task sync.
At a glance
- Editor score3.0 / 10
- PricingOpen source
- Best forSelf-hosted users needing CalDAV task sync
- Paid fromFree
- Recurring tasksYes
- Founded2016 · Stuttgart, Germany
- Facts checked22 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- CalDAV synchronization connects tasks with compatible desktop and mobile apps
- Recurring tasks, reminders, priorities and subtasks support detailed planning
- Smart collections organize important, current and upcoming tasks
Where it doesn't
- Requires an existing Nextcloud server and self-hosted deployment
- Web interface is the listed primary task-management platform
- No offline access is specified
Our verdict on Nextcloud Tasks
Nextcloud Tasks is an open-source to-do list app for users and organizations already operating a Nextcloud instance. It provides a web interface for creating, editing, organizing, prioritizing and completing tasks while keeping task data under the control of the Nextcloud server operator. Its feature set covers titles, descriptions, start dates, due dates, statuses, priorities, tags, subtasks, reminders and repeating schedules. The product fits solo users through enterprise teams, provided they can manage or access a self-hosted Nextcloud deployment.
CalDAV synchronization is the product’s clearest ecosystem advantage. Tasks can sync with compatible applications including Apple Reminders, 2Do, DAVx5, OpenTasks, Outlook CalDAV Synchronizer, QOwnNotes, Thunderbird Lightning, BusyCal, GNOME Todo, Kalendar, vdirsyncer, Planify, jtx Board and NowThis. That makes Nextcloud Tasks a practical choice for people who want task lists to connect with existing desktop and mobile tools rather than remain confined to one web application. Smart collections for important, current and upcoming tasks add another layer of organization within the Nextcloud interface.
The trade-off is deployment and convenience. Nextcloud Tasks is distributed as an app for an existing Nextcloud server, so it is not a standalone task application with a separate deployment path. The listed platform coverage is web and self-hosted, and offline access is not provided. Support channels are community and documentation, which suits users comfortable with self-hosted software and shared troubleshooting resources. Choose Nextcloud Tasks when CalDAV synchronization, open-source software and server-side data control matter most. Choose another to-do app if you want a hosted service, native offline access or a simpler setup without operating Nextcloud.
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Nextcloud Tasks fact sheet
| Free plan | Not verified |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Recurring tasks | Yes |
| Task reminders | Yes |
| Calendar sync | Yes |
| Subtasks | Yes |
| Offline access | None |
| Active task limit | Not verified |
| Supported platforms | web, self_hosted |
| Deployment | Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web |
| Support | Community, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 14 integrations: Apple Reminders, 2Do, DAVx5, OpenTasks, Outlook CalDAV Synchronizer, QOwnNotes … |
| Pricing | Open source |
| Website | apps.nextcloud.com |
| Facts checked | 22 Sep 2026 |
Nextcloud Tasks integrations
Nextcloud Tasks lists 14 integrations on its own site.
- Apple Reminders
- 2Do
- DAVx5
- OpenTasks
- Outlook CalDAV Synchronizer
- QOwnNotes
- Thunderbird Lightning
- BusyCal
- GNOME Todo
- Kalendar
- vdirsyncer
- Planify
- jtx Board
- NowThis
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