OmniFocus is undeniably powerful — its project hierarchies and Getting Things Done integration are genuinely sophisticated, and its natural language parsing can handle complex task entry. But for most people, that power comes with a steep learning curve and daily complexity that gets in the way of actually getting things done.
TaskLoco takes a different approach: everything you need — notes, tasks, reminders, calendar, files — lives in one simple, fast interface. No project hierarchies to manage, no methodology to learn, no overwhelming feature maze. Just sticky notes that work everywhere, sync instantly, and keep you organized without the overhead.
Why Most People Don't Need OmniFocus Complexity
OmniFocus was built around David Allen's Getting Things Done methodology, complete with contexts, perspectives, and nested project hierarchies. It's genuinely powerful if you work that way — but most people don't.
TaskLoco starts with a simple premise: your thoughts, tasks, and files should live together in one place, organized however makes sense to you. No forced methodology. No learning curve. You write a note, set a reminder if you need one, attach a file if it helps. That's it.
The result? You spend time doing work, not managing your task management system. Every note syncs across your devices, reminders arrive as push notifications that deep-link back to the original note, and your files live right alongside your tasks.
One App for Notes, Tasks, and Files
OmniFocus handles tasks well, but you'll need separate apps for notes, file storage, and team collaboration. TaskLoco puts everything in one place — your morning standup notes, project tasks, meeting recordings, and deadline reminders all live together.
Each note can hold text, images, files, and reminders. Need to attach a contract to a follow-up task? Done. Want to embed photos in your project notes? Easy. Planning a trip and need boarding passes, hotel confirmations, and packing lists in one place? TaskLoco handles it naturally.
The Chrome extension captures any webpage in one click, turning browser research into organized notes automatically. And since everything syncs instantly, your phone always has what you captured on your computer.
Team Sharing That Actually Works
OmniFocus focuses on personal productivity, but most work happens with other people. TaskLoco's team sharing works like email — send a note to teammates, they get a copy they can edit and make their own, no permissions or access controls to manage.
This approach eliminates the usual collaboration headaches. No 'view-only' frustrations, no complex permission schemes, no wondering who can edit what. Everyone gets their own copy to work with, and updates sync in real-time when you're actively collaborating.
Each team member needs their own subscription, which keeps things simple and predictable. No confusing seat counting, no minimum team sizes, no enterprise sales calls. Just straightforward per-person pricing that scales with your actual team.
The Honest Comparison
| Feature | TaskLoco | OmniFocus |
|---|---|---|
| Free options | Two free tiers — Lite (20 notes, anonymous) and Lite Plus+ (30 notes, synced) FREE | No free tier — paid app required |
| Cross-platform sync | Works on all devices with one subscription | Separate purchases required per platform |
| File attachments | 10GB included, supports all file types | Limited attachment support |
| Notes and tasks together | Unified interface for notes, tasks, files, reminders | Task-focused, separate notes app needed |
| Team collaboration | Built-in team sharing with real-time sync | Personal productivity focus, limited sharing |
| Chrome extension | One-click webpage capture to notes FREE | No browser extension |
| Learning curve | Instant — works like sticky notes | Steep — requires GTD methodology knowledge |
| Reminders | Push notifications with deep-links, optional email/SMS | Built-in notifications and alerts |
| Calendar view | Built-in calendar with tasks and events | Limited calendar integration |
| Search | Full-text search across notes and attachments | Advanced search and filtering |
| Project hierarchies | Simple note organization | Complex nested project structures |
| GTD methodology | Flexible — use any organization method | Deep GTD integration with contexts and perspectives |
| Natural language input | Standard text entry | Advanced natural language parsing |
| Custom perspectives | Simple filtering and search | Highly customizable perspectives and views |
| Automation | Basic reminders and notifications | Advanced automation and scripting support |
Who Should Use Each
Use TaskLoco if…
- You want notes, tasks, and files in one simple app
- You need team collaboration without complex permissions
- You prefer intuitive tools over methodology-driven systems
- You want one subscription that works everywhere
- You value simplicity over advanced project management features
- You need file attachments and rich media support with your tasks
Use OmniFocus if…
- You're committed to the Getting Things Done methodology
- You need complex project hierarchies and nested task structures
- You want advanced natural language task parsing
- You need highly customizable perspectives and filtering
- You work primarily solo and don't need team features
- You prefer separate specialized apps for different functions
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 OmniFocus
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
Lock In 50% Off — Forever
7-day free trial. No charge until day 8. CHARTER50 auto-applies at checkout.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose TaskLoco over OmniFocus?
TaskLoco combines notes, tasks, reminders, and files in one simple app without the complexity of GTD methodology. You get team collaboration, file attachments, and cross-platform sync with one subscription. $9.99/month per person (currently $4.99/month per person for first 500 charter members with code CHARTER50)
Does TaskLoco support Getting Things Done workflows?
TaskLoco doesn't enforce any specific methodology — you can organize notes and tasks however works for you. Many users find the flexible sticky note approach more intuitive than rigid GTD structures.
Can TaskLoco handle complex project management?
TaskLoco excels at personal and team task management but doesn't have project hierarchies, dependencies, or Gantt charts. For simple task tracking with notes and files, it's perfect. For complex project management, specialized tools might fit better.
How does TaskLoco pricing compare to buying OmniFocus for multiple platforms?
$9.99/month per person (currently $4.99/month per person for first 500 charter members with code CHARTER50) TaskLoco works on all your devices with one subscription — no separate platform purchases needed.
Does TaskLoco work well for team collaboration?
Yes — TaskLoco's team sharing lets you send notes to teammates like email. They get their own copy to edit, with real-time sync when collaborating. Each team member needs their own subscription.
Can I attach files to tasks in TaskLoco?
Absolutely. TaskLoco includes 10GB file storage with Premium subscriptions. Attach any file type to your notes and tasks — documents, images, recordings, whatever you need.
Is there a free version of TaskLoco?
Yes — TaskLoco Lite is completely free with 20 notes stored anonymously on your device. TaskLoco Lite Plus+ is also free with 30 synced notes and Chrome extension. Premium adds unlimited notes, reminders, files, and team sharing.
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