Google Keep looks appealing because it's free and syncs with your Google account. But hit 20,000 notes? You're done. Need to attach a PDF or Word doc? Impossible. Want reminders that actually work reliably? Good luck.
TaskLoco built a better sticky note app that doesn't artificially limit you. Real file attachments, unlimited notes, and reminders that fire when they should. The question isn't whether TaskLoco is better — it's whether Google Keep's limitations are worth the free price tag.
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 Google Keep
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
The Note Limit Problem
Google Keep caps you at exactly 20,000 notes. Once you hit that limit, you can't create new ones until you delete old ones. For power users who've been collecting notes for years, this becomes a real problem.
TaskLoco Premium has no note limit. Create 50,000 notes, 100,000 notes — the app doesn't care. Your subscription includes unlimited notes, tasks, and calendar events without arbitrary caps.
The limit includes everything — quick notes, shopping lists, photos with text, voice memos. Heavy users typically hit this wall within 2-3 years of regular use.
File Attachments: Where Google Keep Fails Completely
Google Keep only handles images and voice memos. No PDFs, no Word docs, no spreadsheets, no ZIP files. You can't attach the very files you probably need to reference most.
TaskLoco Premium includes 10GB of file storage with support for any file type. Attach contracts, presentations, receipts, design files — whatever you need. Files sync across all your devices and integrate directly into your workflow.
Google Keep forces you to use Google Drive separately for documents, creating a split workflow. TaskLoco keeps everything in one place.
Reminders That Actually Work
Google Keep's reminders are notoriously unreliable. They use Google's notification system, which frequently fails to deliver on time or at all. Location-based reminders work sporadically, and time-based ones often arrive hours late.
TaskLoco built its own reminder engine that actually fires when scheduled. Set a reminder for 3 PM, get it at 3 PM. The system includes backup notifications and works across web, mobile, and Chrome extension.
TaskLoco also offers SMS reminders as an add-on for critical deadlines — something Google Keep doesn't support at all.
Team Sharing and Collaboration
Google Keep offers basic sharing — you can share individual notes with specific people. But there's no team workspace, no real-time collaboration indicators, and no proper notification system when shared notes change.
TaskLoco Premium includes full team sharing with shared note walls, email notifications when teammates make changes, and real-time sync across all devices. Each team member needs their own Premium subscription, but you get proper collaboration tools.
Google Keep's sharing works through Google accounts only — you can't collaborate with people outside the Google ecosystem. TaskLoco works with any email address.
The Honest Comparison
| Feature | TaskLoco | Google Keep |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Two free options: Lite (20 notes, offline) and Lite Plus+ (30 notes, synced) | Completely free with Google account |
| Note limit | Unlimited notes with Premium subscription | 20,000 notes maximum — hard cap |
| File attachments | Any file type, 10GB storage included with Premium | Images and voice memos only — no documents |
| Offline access | TaskLoco Lite works completely offline, no account required FREE | Limited offline — syncs when online |
| Reminders | Reliable reminder engine with snooze and repeat options (Premium only) | Basic reminders — often unreliable delivery |
| Search functionality | Full-text search across notes and file attachments | Advanced search with OCR text recognition in images |
| Voice notes | Voice recording support with file attachments | Built-in voice memos with transcription |
| Drawing support | Image attachments and markup tools | Native drawing and handwriting support |
| Team collaboration | Full team sharing with real-time sync and notifications (Premium) | Basic sharing — individual notes only |
| Calendar integration | Built-in calendar view with Premium subscription | Integrates with Google Calendar for reminders only |
| Cross-platform sync | Web, iOS, Android, Chrome extension | Web, iOS, Android, Chrome extension, wear OS |
| Organization | Tags, walls, and folder organization | Labels and color coding only |
| Export options | JSON export with all data and attachments | Google Takeout with multiple format options |
| Privacy | No ads, no data mining, subscription-based model | Free but data used for Google's advertising profile |
| Storage space | 10GB included with Premium, expandable to 100TB | Counts against 15GB Google account quota |
| Pricing model | Simple per-person subscription, no hidden limits | Free but with hard feature limitations |
Who Should Use Each
Use TaskLoco if…
- You need to attach actual files (PDFs, docs, spreadsheets) to your notes
- You want unlimited notes without hitting arbitrary caps
- You need reliable reminders that fire exactly when scheduled
- You want team collaboration with proper notification systems
- You prefer subscription software without ads or data mining
Use Google Keep if…
- You want completely free note-taking with basic features
- You primarily use images and voice memos (no file attachments needed)
- You're already deep in the Google ecosystem and want seamless integration
- You need advanced OCR text recognition in images
- You can live with 20,000 notes maximum
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is TaskLoco more expensive than Google Keep?
$9.99/month per person (currently $4.99/month per person for first 500 charter members with code CHARTER50)
Can I import my Google Keep notes to TaskLoco?
TaskLoco doesn't have a direct Google Keep import tool yet. You can manually copy your most important notes or export from Google Keep using Google Takeout and recreate them in TaskLoco.
Does TaskLoco work offline like Google Keep?
TaskLoco Lite works completely offline with no account required — store up to 20 notes directly on your device. TaskLoco Premium requires internet for sync but caches notes for offline viewing.
What happens when I hit Google Keep's 20,000 note limit?
Google Keep stops letting you create new notes until you delete old ones. There's no warning system — you just hit a wall. TaskLoco Premium has no note limits.
Can TaskLoco handle voice notes like Google Keep?
Yes, TaskLoco supports voice recordings as file attachments with Premium. Google Keep has more advanced voice transcription, but TaskLoco gives you the raw audio file that won't disappear.
Does TaskLoco have Google Keep's drawing features?
TaskLoco doesn't have native drawing tools like Google Keep. You can attach image files and use external drawing apps, but Google Keep wins for quick sketches and handwritten notes.
Which app is better for team collaboration?
TaskLoco Premium offers better team features with real-time sync, email notifications, and shared workspaces. Google Keep only lets you share individual notes with specific people.
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