Things 3
TickTick
| Feature | Things 3 | TickTick |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | From $9.99/mo | Free / from $3.99/mo |
| Free Plan | ✗ No | ✓ Yes |
| Rating | 4.8 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Best For | apple-users, gtd-practitioners, individuals, design-lovers | students, individuals, habit-builders, productivity-enthusiasts |
| Founded | 2009 | 2013 |
| Inbox | ✓ | ✗ |
| Today View | ✓ | ✗ |
| Areas And Projects | ✓ | ✗ |
| Headings | ✓ | ✗ |
| Tags | ✓ | ✗ |
| Quick Entry | ✓ | ✗ |
| Tasks | ✗ | ✓ |
| Calendar | ✗ | ✓ |
| Habits | ✗ | ✓ |
| Pomodoro | ✗ | ✓ |
| Collaboration | ✗ | ✓ |
| Widgets | ✗ | ✓ |
✓ 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
✓ TickTick Pros
- Built-in calendar and habits
- Pomodoro included
- Affordable premium
- Clean interface
✗ TickTick Cons
- Some features need premium
- Smaller ecosystem
- Occasional sync delays
The Verdict
Things 3 is built for apple users and gtd practitioners, with a focus on inbox and today-view. TickTick targets students and individuals and leads with tasks and calendar.
On pricing, TickTick is the clear winner for budget-conscious users — starting at $3.99/mo compared to $9.99/mo for Things 3. That $6/mo difference adds up quickly for growing teams.
TickTick 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.
Both tools are a solid fit for individuals — in those cases, the decision often comes down to workflow style and how your team prefers to organize work.
Bottom line: Things 3 has a slight overall edge — but if built-in calendar and habits matters most to you, TickTick may still be the right call.
