Basecamp pioneered team collaboration, but somewhere along the way it became a maze of message boards, campfires, and nested project structures. If you just want to track tasks, share files, and keep your team on the same page without learning a new vocabulary, TaskLoco cuts through the noise.
Think of TaskLoco as digital sticky notes that actually work for teams. Each note can hold a task, reminder, file attachment, or calendar event. Share notes with your team like sending an email. No complicated permissions, no project setup rituals, no wondering where you put that important update three levels deep in a message thread.
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 Basecamp
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
Notes Instead of Message Boards
Basecamp organizes everything around projects with message boards, to-do lists, and campfire chats scattered across different tabs. TaskLoco puts everything in notes that work like enhanced sticky notes — but with superpowers.
Each TaskLoco note can contain text, files, reminders, or calendar events. Need to assign a task? Create a note and share it. Want to store meeting notes with attachments? One note handles it all. No need to decide whether something belongs in a message board or to-do list.
The Chrome extension lets you capture any webpage directly into a note with one click. Research, competitor analysis, or quick reference material — it all goes straight into your TaskLoco wall where your team can access it.
Files Without the Friction
Basecamp's file organization spreads attachments across different project areas, making it hard to find that presentation from last month or the contract your client sent. TaskLoco attaches files directly to notes — 10GB included with Premium subscriptions.
When you share a note containing files, recipients get everything in one package. No hunting through project folders or wondering which message board has the latest version. Files live with the context that matters.
The attachment system works seamlessly across devices. Files uploaded on desktop appear instantly on mobile. Share a note with three team members, and all three get access to the files without additional steps.
Reminders That Actually Remind
Basecamp's to-do lists can set due dates, but TaskLoco goes further with smart reminders that ping you across email and push notifications. Set reminders for minutes, hours, days, or weeks ahead.
TaskLoco's calendar view shows all your reminders and events in one place. Unlike Basecamp's scattered due dates across different project to-do lists, you see everything that's coming up regardless of which note it came from.
Team reminders work especially well for deadline-driven work. Set a reminder on a shared note, and everyone involved gets notified. No need to duplicate reminders in everyone's personal systems.
Team Sharing Made Simple
Basecamp requires you to set up projects, invite people to specific projects, and manage who can see what across multiple areas. TaskLoco sharing works like email — create a note and share it with anyone by email address.
Recipients can clone shared notes to their own wall, making changes without affecting the original. Or keep the note linked so updates sync between team members. Your choice, depending on whether you want collaboration or distribution.
TaskLoco's approach scales naturally. Working with a freelancer on one project? Share just the relevant notes. Managing a larger team? Create shared notes for different workstreams without complex permission structures.
The Honest Comparison
| Feature | TaskLoco | Basecamp |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Two free tiers — Lite (20 notes, no sign-in) and Lite Plus+ (30 notes, synced) FREE | Limited free personal tier only |
| Setup complexity | Create notes and start working immediately | Must create projects before adding content |
| File attachments | 10GB storage, files attach directly to notes | File storage varies by plan tier |
| Reminders | Smart reminders with push notifications with optional email & SMS notifications available | Due dates only, limited notification options |
| Calendar view | Built-in calendar showing all reminders and events | No unified calendar view |
| Web capture | Chrome extension captures any webpage in one click FREE | No direct web capture feature |
| Content organization | One note type handles tasks, files, reminders, calendar events | Separate areas for messages, to-dos, files, campfire |
| 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. | Must create projects and manage member access |
| Mobile experience | Web app works on all mobile browsers | Native mobile apps available |
| Project dependencies | Simple notes — no complex project relationships | Advanced project structure and dependencies |
| Cross-device sync | Real-time sync across all devices with Lite Plus+ and Premium FREE | Syncs across devices |
| Search functionality | Full-text search across all notes and attachments | Basic search within projects |
| Time tracking | Focus on task completion, not time tracking | Built-in time tracking features |
| Client access | Share specific notes with clients via email | Client access requires project invitation |
| Learning curve | Sticky notes concept — instantly familiar | Multiple areas and features to learn |
| Message boards | Notes replace need for threaded discussions | Dedicated message board functionality |
| Campfire chat | Focus on async note sharing rather than real-time chat | Built-in real-time group chat |
| Anonymous use | TaskLoco Lite works without any sign-in or account FREE | Requires account creation |
| Hill charts | Simple progress tracking through note organization | Visual project progress with hill charts |
| Automatic check-ins | Manual note updates — no forced workflows | Automatic check-in reminders for team updates |
Who Should Use Each
Use TaskLoco if…
- You want simple task and file management without project setup complexity
- Your team prefers working with familiar sticky note concepts over specialized collaboration tools
- You need one unified place for tasks, reminders, files, and calendar events
- You want to share work as easily as sending an email
- You value straightforward pricing per person without complex team tiers
Use Basecamp if…
- You need formal project structure with message boards and threaded discussions
- Your team requires real-time group chat and campfire conversations
- You want advanced project tracking with hill charts and automatic check-ins
- You need native mobile apps instead of web-based access
- Your workflow depends on time tracking and detailed project reporting
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose TaskLoco over Basecamp?
TaskLoco eliminates Basecamp's complexity while keeping what matters — tasks, files, reminders, and team sharing in one simple interface. No project setup required, no learning curve. $9.99/month per person (currently $4.99/month per person for first 500 charter members with code CHARTER50)
Can TaskLoco handle team collaboration like Basecamp?
Yes, but simpler. Share notes with team members like sending emails. Recipients can clone notes to their own workspace or keep them linked for real-time collaboration. No project hierarchies to manage.
How does file sharing work compared to Basecamp?
TaskLoco attaches files directly to notes with 10GB storage included. When you share a note, recipients get the files automatically. No separate file areas or project folders to navigate.
Does TaskLoco have mobile apps?
TaskLoco works through your mobile browser with full functionality. TaskLoco Lite is a standalone native app (20 notes, no sync) for quick capture, but Premium features require the web app.
Can I use TaskLoco for project management?
TaskLoco excels at task management, deadlines, and file sharing but doesn't have Basecamp's formal project structure. Perfect for teams who want to get work done without project management overhead.
How do TaskLoco reminders compare to Basecamp due dates?
TaskLoco reminders are more robust — set them for any time interval, get push notifications with optional email & SMS notifications available, and see everything in calendar view. Basecamp due dates are simpler but less flexible.
What happens to my data if I switch from Basecamp?
You can manually migrate important content by creating TaskLoco notes for key projects and attaching relevant files. TaskLoco's simple structure makes it easy to reorganize information however makes sense for your team.
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TaskLoco is available on iPhone, Android, Chrome, and every web browser.