Planify review
A capable Linux task manager with sync, offline use, and no official mobile app.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Planify is a free, open-source desktop task manager for GNU/Linux. It suits solo users and small teams who want structured task organization without a paid plan. Projects, sections, labels, priorities, custom filters, nested subtasks, sub-projects, attachments, links, and Markdown titles and descriptions support both simple lists and more detailed planning. Board views and progress tracking add a visual way to follow work, while a global quick-add shortcut helps capture tasks quickly.
Its strongest area is task depth for a Linux desktop app. Recurring tasks support flexible schedules, and multiple reminders can be added to tasks. Calendar integration supports event creation, while natural-language date parsing can turn date details into task information. Offline task use allows work without a connection, with later synchronization. These features make Planify a good fit for users managing personal projects, recurring responsibilities, and structured workflows from Linux.
Synchronization and platform fit are the main decision points. Planify can synchronize with Todoist and Nextcloud/CalDAV servers, including Radicale and Baïkal, giving users options beyond a local-only task list. Mobile access is available through synchronized Todoist or Nextcloud apps rather than through a Planify mobile app. Users who work primarily on GNU/Linux and value open-source desktop software should find the feature set well aligned with their needs. Those requiring native access across other platforms or a dedicated mobile application should choose an alternative with broader platform coverage.
Planify pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Free and open source with projects, subtasks, boards, and filters
- Flexible recurrence, multiple reminders, and natural-language dates
- Offline task use with Todoist and Nextcloud/CalDAV synchronization
- Where it doesn't
- Linux-only, with desktop deployment and no official mobile app
- Mobile access depends on synchronized Todoist or Nextcloud apps
- Support is limited to email and community channels
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