Coda
Things 3
| Feature | Coda | Things 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free / from $10/mo | From $9.99/mo |
| Free Plan | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| Rating | 4.3 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 |
| Best For | product-teams, startups, operations, project-managers | apple-users, gtd-practitioners, individuals, design-lovers |
| Founded | 2014 | 2009 |
| Docs | ✓ | ✗ |
| Tables | ✓ | ✗ |
| Formulas | ✓ | ✗ |
| Packs | ✓ | ✗ |
| Automation | ✓ | ✗ |
| Cross Doc | ✓ | ✗ |
| Inbox | ✗ | ✓ |
| Today View | ✗ | ✓ |
| Areas And Projects | ✗ | ✓ |
| Headings | ✗ | ✓ |
| Tags | ✗ | ✓ |
| Quick Entry | ✗ | ✓ |
✓ Coda Pros
- Powerful formulas
- Packs ecosystem
- Flexible docs
- Automation built-in
✗ Coda Cons
- Steep learning curve
- Complex pricing
- Performance with large docs
✓ Things 3 Pros
- One-time purchase (no subscription)
- Stunning Apple-native design
- GTD workflow built in
- Keyboard shortcuts and natural language
✗ Things 3 Cons
- Apple ecosystem only
- No collaboration features
- No web version
The Verdict
Coda is built for product teams and startups, with a focus on docs and tables. Things 3 targets apple users and gtd practitioners and leads with inbox and today-view.
Both tools come in at similar price points ($10/mo for Coda, $9.99/mo for Things 3), so pricing won't make the decision for you.
Coda has a free plan, which gives it a meaningful edge for individuals and small teams exploring their options. Things 3 requires a paid subscription from day one.
Things 3 edges out on user ratings (4.8 vs 4.3). While both are well-regarded, that gap reflects real differences in user satisfaction worth considering.
Bottom line: Things 3 has a slight overall edge — but if powerful formulas matters most to you, Coda may still be the right call.