Things 3 excels at elegant task management with its award-winning design and natural language input that feels almost magical. It's genuinely beautiful software that makes organizing your day feel effortless — when you're deep in the Apple ecosystem.
But the moment you need to share a task with a colleague, attach a file to a project, or switch to a Windows laptop, Things 3 hits a wall. TaskLoco takes the simplicity you love about clean task management and extends it everywhere — across all devices, with your team, and with all your files in one place.
Cross-Platform vs Apple-Only
Things 3 is exclusively Apple — iPhone, iPad, Mac. If your workflow includes Windows, Android, or web browsers, you're completely locked out. Even sharing a simple task with someone outside the Apple ecosystem becomes impossible.
TaskLoco works everywhere. Native iPhone and Android apps for quick capture, full web app for deep work, Chrome extension for one-click webpage saving. Your tasks and notes sync instantly across every device, regardless of platform.
File Attachments Built-In
Things 3 handles text beautifully but can't attach files directly to tasks. Need to reference a document, screenshot, or contract? You're copying links or switching between apps constantly.
TaskLoco includes 10GB of secure file storage with every Premium subscription. Drag photos, PDFs, documents, or any file directly into your tasks. Everything lives together in one place, searchable and instantly accessible.
Team Sharing vs Solo-Only
Things 3 is designed for individual use. There's no way to share tasks, collaborate on projects, or keep teams aligned. Every task stays locked in your personal ecosystem.
TaskLoco Premium includes full team sharing. Share any task or note with colleagues who can clone it into their own workspace, add their updates, and keep everyone synchronized. Perfect for delegating work, collaborative planning, or keeping distributed teams aligned.
Unified Workspace vs App Juggling
Things 3 focuses purely on tasks, which means you're constantly switching between it and other apps for notes, files, calendar events, and team communication. Your workflow gets fragmented across multiple tools.
TaskLoco combines tasks, notes, calendar, files, and team sharing in one unified workspace. Create a task, attach the relevant files, set a reminder, add notes, and share it with your team — all without leaving the app.
The Honest Comparison
| Feature | TaskLoco | Things 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Platform support | iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac, Linux, Chrome extension | iPhone, iPad, Mac only |
| File attachments | 10GB storage included, any file type, drag-and-drop | No file attachments |
| 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. | No team features |
| Natural language input | Manual task creation with full formatting | Advanced natural language parsing |
| Design polish | Clean, functional interface | Award-winning Apple design standards |
| Calendar integration | Built-in calendar view with events and tasks | Calendar sync but no unified view |
| Reminders | Push notifications with deep-linking to notes | Native iOS reminders integration |
| Free tier | Two free tiers — Lite (20 notes) and Lite Plus+ (30 notes, synced) FREE | No free tier |
| Web access | Full web app with complete feature set | No web access |
| Chrome extension | One-click webpage capture and task creation FREE | No browser extension |
| Search functionality | Full-text search across tasks, notes, and file contents | Built-in search with filters |
| Project organization | Notes and tasks with tagging and categories | Areas, projects, and advanced hierarchy |
| Recurring tasks | Manual recurring task creation | |
| Note-taking | Rich notes with formatting and file attachments | Basic notes in tasks only |
| Pricing model | Monthly subscription per person with charter discount | One-time purchase per device |
Who Should Use Each
Use TaskLoco if…
- You work across multiple platforms — Windows, Mac, Android, or need web access
- Your tasks require file attachments, documents, or visual references
- You need to share tasks and collaborate with team members
- You want tasks, notes, calendar, and files unified in one workspace
- You prefer subscription pricing with ongoing updates and cloud sync
Use Things 3 if…
- You're fully committed to the Apple ecosystem and never need to work elsewhere
- Natural language task input is essential to your workflow
- You prioritize design elegance over cross-platform functionality
- You work entirely solo and never need team collaboration
- You prefer one-time purchases over subscription models
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 Things 3
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 Things 3?
TaskLoco works everywhere Things 3 doesn't — Windows, Android, web browsers, and with your team. You get the clean task management experience plus file attachments, team sharing, and cross-platform sync in one unified workspace. $9.99/month per person (currently $4.99/month per person for first 500 charter members with code CHARTER50)
Can TaskLoco import my Things 3 data?
TaskLoco doesn't have direct Things 3 import, but you can manually recreate your key projects and tasks. The transition is easier if you focus on moving active projects first, then archive completed items for reference.
Does TaskLoco have natural language input like Things 3?
No, TaskLoco uses manual task creation with rich formatting options. While you don't get 'Meet Sarah at 3pm tomorrow' parsing, you get more control over task structure, file attachments, and team sharing.
How does TaskLoco handle recurring tasks?
TaskLoco handles recurring tasks through manual creation rather than automated patterns. You create new instances as needed, which gives more flexibility but requires more hands-on management than Things 3's automated recurring system.
Can I use TaskLoco on Windows if I'm switching from Things 3?
Yes, TaskLoco works fully on Windows through the web app and Chrome extension. You get the same features as iPhone and Mac — tasks, notes, calendar, file attachments, and team sharing — with real-time sync across all devices.
Does TaskLoco integrate with Apple Calendar and Reminders?
TaskLoco has its own built-in calendar view that shows tasks and events together. While it doesn't sync directly with Apple Calendar, the unified view often works better than switching between separate apps.
Is TaskLoco's interface as polished as Things 3?
Things 3 sets the bar extremely high for design polish. TaskLoco focuses on functionality and cross-platform consistency over pixel-perfect Apple design standards. The interface is clean and fast, but prioritizes universal access over Apple-specific elegance.
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