Things 3
Typeform
| Feature | Things 3 | Typeform |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | From $9.99/mo | Free / from $25/mo |
| Free Plan | ✗ No | ✓ Yes |
| Rating | 4.8 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Best For | apple-users, gtd-practitioners, individuals, design-lovers | marketers, researchers, agencies, lead-generation |
| Founded | 2009 | 2012 |
| Inbox | ✓ | ✗ |
| Today View | ✓ | ✗ |
| Areas And Projects | ✓ | ✗ |
| Headings | ✓ | ✗ |
| Tags | ✓ | ✗ |
| Quick Entry | ✓ | ✗ |
| Conversational Forms | ✗ | ✓ |
| Logic Branching | ✗ | ✓ |
| Integrations | ✗ | ✓ |
| Payments | ✗ | ✓ |
| Video Interactions | ✗ | ✓ |
| Analytics | ✗ | ✓ |
| Custom Branding | ✗ | ✓ |
✓ 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
✓ Typeform Pros
- Beautiful one-question-at-a-time interface
- Higher completion rates than traditional forms
- Advanced logic branching and personalization
- Excellent brand customization options
✗ Typeform Cons
- Expensive for the number of responses included
- Free plan limited to 10 responses per month
- Can feel slow for simple data collection
The Verdict
Things 3 is built for apple users and gtd practitioners, with a focus on inbox and today-view. Typeform targets marketers and researchers and leads with conversational-forms and logic-branching.
On pricing, Things 3 is the clear winner for budget-conscious users — starting at $9.99/mo compared to $25/mo for Typeform. That $15.01/mo difference adds up quickly for growing teams.
Typeform 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 4.4). While both are well-regarded, that gap reflects real differences in user satisfaction worth considering.
Feature-wise, Typeform offers broader built-in capabilities (7 features vs 6), while Things 3 takes a more focused approach — which can mean a simpler, faster onboarding experience.
Bottom line: Things 3 has a slight overall edge — but if beautiful one-question-at-a-time interface matters most to you, Typeform may still be the right call.