Evernote's free tier barely qualifies as functional anymore. You get 60MB of monthly uploads — roughly 20 photos or a handful of PDFs — and access on just 2 devices. Hit either limit and you're locked out until you pay $14.99/month.
TaskLoco takes the opposite approach: two genuinely useful free tiers that don't punish you for actually using the app. Lite stores 20 notes directly on your iPhone with zero account required. Lite Plus+ syncs 30 notes across all your devices with just a Google sign-in. Both are completely free, forever.
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 Evernote
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
Free Tier Reality Check
Evernote's "free" plan is designed to frustrate you into upgrading. The 60MB monthly limit disappears fast — a single screenshot from your iPhone can be 3-5MB. Take a few photos of whiteboards or scan some receipts and you're done for the month.
The 2-device limit is equally restrictive. Most people use their phone, laptop, and maybe a work computer or tablet. Pick two, abandon the rest.
TaskLoco Lite works completely offline on your iPhone with 20 notes stored locally. No account, no uploads, no limits. TaskLoco Lite Plus+ syncs 30 notes across unlimited devices with just a Google sign-in. Both are genuinely free tools, not upgrade bait.
Premium Features and Pricing
Evernote Premium costs $14.99/month and includes 10GB monthly uploads, unlimited devices, and offline access on mobile. Their Personal plan at $10.99/month gives you 1GB monthly uploads — still restrictive for heavy users.
TaskLoco Premium includes unlimited notes, 10GB total storage (not monthly), reminders, calendar view, and team sharing. No upload limits, no device limits, no monthly resets.
The pricing difference is stark: Evernote charges $14.99/month for premium features that TaskLoco delivers for significantly less. Charter members lock in 50% off the regular price forever.
iPhone Experience
Both apps have native iPhone apps, but the experience differs significantly. Evernote's app is powerful but cluttered — notebooks, tags, shortcuts, and stacks create visual noise. The free version shows ads and constantly prompts for upgrades.
TaskLoco keeps it simple: notes organized as sticky notes on a wall. Tap to create, drag to reorder, swipe to delete. The Lite version works entirely offline — perfect for sensitive notes or when traveling without data.
Evernote excels at web clipping and document scanning with advanced OCR. TaskLoco focuses on quick capture and task management. If you're taking meeting notes and setting reminders, TaskLoco's approach feels faster. If you're building a research library, Evernote's features win.
Team Collaboration
Evernote Business costs $14.99 per user per month and includes team spaces, admin controls, and advanced sharing. Their collaboration features are robust but expensive for small teams.
TaskLoco Premium includes team sharing at no additional cost. Share notes, get email notifications when teammates make changes, and sync updates in real-time. Each team member needs their own subscription, but there are no minimum seats or enterprise requirements.
For teams that need simple note sharing and task assignment, TaskLoco costs less than Evernote's business tier. For organizations requiring advanced permissions and compliance features, Evernote's enterprise tools are more comprehensive.
The Honest Comparison
| Feature | TaskLoco | Evernote |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier notes limit | Lite: 20 notes offline, Lite Plus+: 30 notes synced FREE | Unlimited notes (but 60MB monthly upload limit) |
| Free tier upload limit | No upload limits on free tiers FREE | 60MB per month |
| Free tier device limit | Unlimited devices (Lite Plus+ only) FREE | 2 devices maximum |
| Offline access | Full offline access in Lite version FREE | Premium only ($14.99/month) |
| Premium pricing | $9.99/month per person (currently $4.99/month per person for first 500 charter members with code CHARTER50) | $14.99/month |
| Premium storage | 10GB total storage | 10GB monthly uploads |
| Web clipping | Chrome extension for webpage capture | Advanced web clipper with annotations |
| Document scanning | Basic photo attachments | Advanced OCR and document scanning |
| Search functionality | Full-text search across notes and attachments | Advanced search with OCR text recognition |
| Reminders | Built-in reminders with Premium | Premium feature only |
| Calendar view | Integrated calendar view | 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. | Business plan required ($14.99/month) |
| Templates | No templates | Extensive template library |
| Tagging system | No tags | Advanced tagging and organization |
| Notebooks/folders | Single wall view | Nested notebooks and stacks |
| API access | No API | Full API access |
| Third-party integrations | Limited integrations | Extensive integration ecosystem |
| No account required option | TaskLoco Lite works without any account FREE | Account required for all features |
Who Should Use Each
Use TaskLoco if…
- You want genuinely free options without artificial limits
- You need simple note-taking with reminders and calendar features
- You prefer clean, minimal interfaces over feature-heavy apps
- You want offline access without paying premium prices
- Your team needs basic sharing without enterprise complexity
Use Evernote if…
- You need advanced document scanning and OCR capabilities
- You're building a comprehensive research and knowledge base
- You require extensive third-party integrations and API access
- You need sophisticated organization with notebooks, tags, and stacks
- You want powerful web clipping with annotation features
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is TaskLoco really free for iPhone?
Yes. TaskLoco Lite stores 20 notes directly on your iPhone with no account required — completely free forever. TaskLoco Lite Plus+ syncs 30 notes across all devices with a Google sign-in, also free forever. No ads, no upgrade prompts.
How does TaskLoco's free tier compare to Evernote's?
TaskLoco's free tiers have no upload limits or monthly restrictions. Evernote limits free users to 60MB monthly uploads and 2 devices. TaskLoco Lite works completely offline while Evernote requires internet for most features.
Can I use TaskLoco offline on iPhone?
Yes. TaskLoco Lite works entirely offline with no account required. Your 20 notes are stored locally on your iPhone. TaskLoco Lite Plus+ and Premium require internet for syncing but can display saved notes offline.
Is TaskLoco cheaper than Evernote Premium?
$9.99/month per person (currently $4.99/month per person for first 500 charter members with code CHARTER50)
Does TaskLoco have web clipping like Evernote?
TaskLoco has a Chrome extension that captures webpages in one click, but it's simpler than Evernote's web clipper. Evernote offers more advanced clipping options with annotations and multiple formats.
Can I import my Evernote notes to TaskLoco?
TaskLoco doesn't have direct Evernote import. You can copy and paste note content manually or export files from Evernote and attach them to TaskLoco notes. For large migrations, manual transfer is required.
Which is better for teams — TaskLoco or Evernote?
For simple team sharing, TaskLoco Premium costs less per person than Evernote Business. For advanced enterprise features like admin controls and compliance tools, Evernote Business offers more comprehensive team management.
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