Craft earns its praise. The document editor is clean, the Mac and iPhone apps feel native in a way most productivity tools don't, and if your work is primarily about writing and structuring long-form notes, it's a genuinely excellent tool. That's worth saying upfront, because any comparison that glosses over it isn't worth reading.
But Craft is built around documents. TaskLoco is built around doing things. If your day is less about crafting polished notes and more about capturing tasks, setting reminders, attaching files, and keeping a team in sync — the two apps stop being equals pretty quickly. TaskLoco has two completely free tiers, no sign-in required to start, and a Premium plan that includes reminders, 10GB of file storage, a calendar view, and full team sharing. This comparison will show you exactly where each tool wins, and which one is the right fit for how you actually work.
Where Craft Genuinely Wins
Craft's document editor is its crown jewel. Block-based formatting, backlinks between documents, nested pages, and a visual hierarchy that makes long-form writing feel intentional — these are real advantages if your workflow is document-heavy. Writers, researchers, and teams producing structured knowledge bases will find Craft's editor more powerful than anything TaskLoco offers in that specific lane.
Craft's native Mac app also deserves credit. It integrates tightly with macOS — keyboard shortcuts, menu bar access, Handoff between Apple devices — in ways that a web-first app simply cannot replicate. If you live inside the Apple ecosystem and your primary need is a beautiful place to write and link ideas together, Craft has a legitimate claim on your attention.
The Chrome Extension and Cross-Device Story
TaskLoco Lite Plus+ and Premium both include the Chrome extension — a one-click capture tool that saves any webpage directly into your notes. Reading an article you want to act on later? One click. Found a product, a resource, a job listing? One click. It saves the URL, the page title, and any text you highlight, turning passive browsing into captured tasks instantly.
Craft has a web clipper of sorts, but it's oriented toward saving content into documents rather than creating actionable notes. If your workflow involves pulling things from the web into a task list — rather than a research document — TaskLoco's Chrome extension is purpose-built for that job. It's not a native iPhone or Android app — the only native app is TaskLoco Lite, which stores up to 20 notes on-device with no sign-in required. Lite Plus+ and Premium users access the full feature set through the browser on any device. If native-app feel on mobile is a hard requirement, that's a genuine consideration — and Craft has an edge there.
File Attachments, Storage, and the Premium Difference
TaskLoco Premium includes 10GB of file storage out of the box. Attach anything — PDFs, images, spreadsheets, audio files — directly to any note. The attachment lives with the note, not in a separate folder system. When you open the note, the file is right there. This sounds simple because it is, and that simplicity is the point.
Storage add-ons are available in tiers: 10GB, 50GB, 200GB, and 1TB — stackable up to 100x if you genuinely need that kind of scale. It's built for real use, not just occasional document uploads.
Craft handles media within documents well, but it isn't designed as a general-purpose file attachment system. If your notes regularly include contracts, invoices, design files, or anything that isn't a photo embedded in a document, TaskLoco's attachment model fits the job better.
The Honest Comparison
| Feature | TaskLoco | Craft |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Two free tiers: Lite (20 notes, no sign-in, native iPhone/Android) and Lite Plus+ (30 notes, synced, Chrome extension) FREE | Free tier available with limited document and sharing features |
| Anonymous start — no account required | TaskLoco Lite requires zero sign-in, zero account, zero personal info — install and go FREE | Account required to use any tier |
| Document / long-form writing editor | Notes and tasks — not a block-based document editor | Excellent block-based document editor with backlinks and nested pages |
| Native Mac / Apple ecosystem integration | Web app and Chrome extension; native app is Lite only (iPhone/Android) | Deep native macOS and iOS integration with Handoff and menu bar access |
| Reminders with push notifications | Push notifications to phone and computer, deep-linking back to the note; optional email and SMS add-on | No built-in reminder system — requires third-party tools |
| File attachments | Any file type, attached directly to a note; 10GB included with Premium, add-ons up to 1TB | Media embedding within documents; not a general-purpose file attachment system |
| Calendar view | Built into Premium — see all notes, tasks, and events in a calendar | No dedicated calendar view |
| Team sharing | Yes — included with Premium. Each team member requires a separate subscription — currently $9.99/month per person, but TaskLoco is offering a Charter Member special: 50% off for life, currently $4.99/month per person for the first 500 subscribers with code CHARTER50. | Document sharing available; access levels and permissions required |
| Chrome extension | One-click webpage capture into a note — free with Lite Plus+ and Premium FREE | Web clipper available but oriented toward document saving |
| Cross-device sync | Lite Plus+ and Premium sync across all devices via web app; Lite is device-only FREE | Syncs across Apple and Windows devices |
| Unlimited notes | Unlimited notes, tasks, and calendar events with Premium | Document limits apply on free tier; paid tier removes limits |
| Full-text search | Full-text search across all notes and attachments | Search available within documents |
| SMS notification option | Optional SMS add-on for reminders (free tier includes a monthly quota) | No SMS notifications |
| Gantt charts / project timelines | Not available | Not a core feature |
| API / third-party integrations | Limited integrations | More extensive integration options |
| 7-day free trial (Premium) | Full 7-day free trial — no charge until day 8, cancel anytime FREE | Trial availability varies by plan |
Who Should Use Each
Use TaskLoco if…
- You need reminders that push to your phone and link straight back to the note — not a workaround through another app
- You want to attach real files — PDFs, spreadsheets, images — directly to your notes with 10GB of storage included
- You want to start completely free with no sign-in, no account, and no personal information required
- You share tasks and notes with a team without wanting to manage permissions or access levels
- You use Chrome and want one-click webpage capture built into your note-taking workflow
- You want a calendar view that shows your notes, tasks, and events together in one place
- You're action-oriented — your day runs on tasks and reminders, not long-form documents
Use Craft if…
- Your primary workflow is long-form writing, structured documents, and linked knowledge bases
- You're deeply embedded in the Apple ecosystem and need the tightest possible native macOS and iOS integration
- You need backlinks, nested pages, and block-based document formatting as core features
- You require extensive third-party integrations or API access beyond what TaskLoco currently offers
TaskLoco Premium is regularly $9.99/month per person. Right now, charter members can lock in 50% off the regular price — forever. That means $4.99/month per person today. And if our price ever goes up, you still pay half. Always.
Code CHARTER50 auto-applies at checkout. First 500 spots only — once they're gone, this offer is gone permanently. Act fast while spots last.
Every Premium subscription includes unlimited notes, 10GB file storage, reminders, calendar, and team sharing. Each team member requires a separate subscription. 7-day free trial — no charge until day 8. Cancel anytime.
Free Options: TaskLoco vs Craft
TaskLoco Lite
- Native iPhone & Android app
- Completely anonymous — no sign-in
- Data stays on your device
- Up to 20 notes
- Free forever
TaskLoco Lite Plus+
- Web app + Chrome extension
- Sign in with Google
- Wall syncs across all devices
- Up to 30 notes
- Free forever
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is TaskLoco actually free to start, or is the free tier too limited to be useful?
TaskLoco has two genuinely useful free tiers. Lite is a native iPhone and Android app — no sign-in, no account, stores up to 20 notes right on your device. Lite Plus+ adds Google sign-in, syncs across all your devices, gives you 30 notes, and includes the Chrome extension for one-click webpage capture. Neither requires a credit card. Premium unlocks reminders, file attachments, unlimited notes, calendar view, and team sharing — with a 7-day free trial before any charge.
What does TaskLoco Premium cost?
$9.99/month per person (currently $4.99/month per person for first 500 charter members with code CHARTER50)
Does TaskLoco have a document editor like Craft?
No — and that's intentional. TaskLoco is built around notes and tasks, not long-form documents. If your work centers on writing structured, linked documents with rich formatting and nested pages, Craft is genuinely better at that. TaskLoco is built for capturing, acting on, and sharing information — reminders, file attachments, calendar events, and team sharing without the overhead of a document system.
How do reminders work in TaskLoco?
Set a reminder on any Premium note and TaskLoco delivers a push notification to your phone and your computer. The notification deep-links straight back to the original note — tap it and you land exactly where you need to be. Optional email notifications and an SMS add-on are also available if you want multiple channels.
Can I use TaskLoco on my iPhone without downloading a native app?
TaskLoco Lite is available as a native iPhone app — no sign-in required, stores up to 20 notes on your device. TaskLoco Lite Plus+ and Premium are web apps, accessible through your iPhone's browser without a native app download. They're not in the App Store, but they run well in mobile browsers and sync across all your devices.
Does TaskLoco work for teams, or is it mainly for individuals?
TaskLoco Premium includes full team sharing. Share a note with someone and they clone it ��� making it their own without any permissions or access-level setup. Real-time sync keeps everyone current. Each team member needs their own individual Premium subscription. There are no per-seat tiers or minimums — just one flat price per person.
What file types can I attach in TaskLoco Premium?
Any file type — PDFs, images, spreadsheets, audio files, or anything else you need. Attachments live directly inside the note, not in a separate folder. Premium includes 10GB of storage, and you can add more in tiers: 10GB, 50GB, 200GB, and 1TB, stackable up to 100x.
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