Switching task apps is a hassle, so you shouldn’t do it on a whim. Todoist is a capable, mature app that many people have used for years. TASKn is the newer option, and it works differently: instead of asking you to organize your list by hand, it ranks your tasks for you. Whether that’s worth the move depends on how you actually use your task app day to day.
This guide walks through the differences that matter most, then gives you a simple way to decide.
The Core Difference: You Organize vs. the App Ranks
Todoist gives you a lot of control. You can build projects, assign labels, set priority flags, and create filters that pull the tasks you care about into custom views. For people who enjoy tuning a system, that flexibility is a real strength.
TASKn takes the opposite approach. Its smart priority algorithm looks at your tasks and orders them automatically, so the top of your list is the next thing worth doing. You don’t need to build filters or maintain a label scheme before the app becomes useful. Add a task and it starts getting ranked against everything else on your plate.
Neither approach is objectively better. The question is whether you want to keep steering your list or want the list to point you in the right direction.
Download TASKn
- iOS: Download TASKn on the App Store
- Android: Get TASKn on Google Play
Features That Matter When You Switch
Nested Tasks and Projects
Both apps support subtasks, but TASKn is built around deep nesting. You can break a big goal into as many layers as the work needs, with sub-tasks inside tasks and sub-projects inside projects. If your projects have several stages, this structure keeps the whole picture in one place instead of forcing you to flatten it into a long, vague list.
If your work is mostly simple, single-level checklists, you may not notice much difference here. The gap shows up on larger projects.
Carrying Over Unfinished Tasks
TASKn automatically carries unfinished tasks into the next day, so nothing quietly disappears when your day gets away from you. You don’t need to drag leftovers forward each morning. Check how your current Todoist setup handles overdue items, since that habit is the main thing you’ll be trading.
Daily Streaks
TASKn includes daily streaks to help you build momentum. It’s a light motivational layer rather than a full habit tracker. If you like seeing a visible run of consistent days, this is a nice bonus. If you don’t care about streaks, you can ignore them.
AI Task Creation
TASKn’s Pro plan includes an AI task creator. You can type or paste a messy note, and it turns the note into structured tasks you can review. This is useful when capturing tasks is the bottleneck, because it cuts down the time between having a thought and having a task in your list.
Todoist also offers natural language entry for dates and recurring tasks, which is a genuinely useful feature. The difference is that TASKn’s AI focuses on turning rough notes into a set of tasks, while its priority algorithm handles deciding what to do next.
Sync Across Phones
TASKn syncs in real time between iPhone and Android. If you share a household list or switch between Apple and Android devices, you can check that TASKn covers your exact setup before you commit.
Pricing
TASKn’s free tier includes up to 50 tasks and 5 active projects, along with nested tasks and projects and the smart priority algorithm. That’s enough to run a real test. Pro is $2.99 per month or $24.99 per year, and it adds the AI task creator and higher limits.
Todoist also has a free plan and paid tiers. Plans and limits change over time, so compare the current pricing pages side by side before you decide. A fair test is whether the features you actually use are included at the price you’re willing to pay.
Who Should Stay on Todoist
Todoist is a strong choice if you:
- Like building and tuning your own system with labels, filters and priorities
- Depend on specific integrations or workflows you’ve already set up
- Use natural language entry heavily and are happy managing your own priorities
- Have a team or shared projects built around Todoist
Switching has a real cost. You’ll need to re-enter or import your lists and retrain your habits. If your current setup works well, there’s no urgent reason to move.
Who Might Be Better Off With TASKn
TASKn is worth a serious look if you:
- Find yourself spending the first part of the morning deciding what to work on
- Have projects with several levels that are hard to fit into flat lists
- Keep leaving unfinished tasks behind and want them to roll forward automatically
- Want an app that works the same way on iPhone and Android
- Would rather capture a messy note and get structured tasks from it
How to Test Before You Switch
You don’t have to move everything at once. Try this:
- Pick one project. Choose a project with real nesting, not a simple shopping list.
- Rebuild it in TASKn. Use the free tier, which includes nested tasks and projects.
- Run it for one week. Note whether the top of the list matches what you actually want to work on.
- Check the carry-over. Leave a task unfinished on purpose and see how it rolls forward.
- Decide based on use, not features. If you open the app and know your next step within seconds, the switch is working.
If the test feels like extra work, Todoist may still be the better fit. A good task app should reduce friction, not add a second project to manage.
The Honest Verdict
Switch to TASKn if you want the app to decide your priorities, your projects go several levels deep, and you want the same experience on iPhone and Android. Stay with Todoist if you enjoy configuring your system, depend on its ecosystem, or already have a setup that works.
The best choice is the one you’ll keep using. Run a one-week test, and let your own list make the call.
FAQ
Can I import my Todoist tasks into TASKn?
Check TASKn’s current import options in the app before you start, since the supported methods can change. If import isn’t available for your setup, rebuilding one project at a time is a practical way to test the switch.
Does TASKn have labels and filters like Todoist?
TASKn is designed to avoid that setup work. Instead of building filters, the smart priority algorithm ranks your tasks automatically.
Is TASKn free to start?
Yes. The free tier includes up to 50 tasks and 5 active projects, so you can test it with a real project before paying anything.
Does TASKn work on Android?
Yes. TASKn runs on iPhone and Android, and it syncs in real time between them.
Is the AI task creator included in the free plan?
No. The AI task creator is part of TASKn Pro.
Download TASKn
- iOS: Download TASKn on the App Store
- Android: Get TASKn on Google Play