Todoist vs. Taskai: The difference between a Task Warehouse and an AI Secretary.

Todoist is the world's best tool for storing tasks. Taskai is the world's best tool for helping you do them. Discover why users are switching to the conversational, anxiety-free alternative.

At a Glance: Which one fits your brain?

Feature	Todoist (The Classic)	Taskai (The AI Agent)
Core Concept	A structured database for tasks.	A conversational AI Assistant.
How you add tasks	Manual Entry (Forms, Dates, Tags).	Brain Dump (Just chat naturally).
Management Style	IQ: Logic, Folders, Karma Points.	EQ: Empathy, Anxiety Relief, Support.
Overdue Tasks	Highlighted in Red (Stress).	"Let's reschedule this." (Relief).
Onboarding	Requires setup & organization skills.	Ready instantly. Just say "Hi".
Best For	Project Managers & Power Users.	ADHD, Busy Parents, & The Overwhelmed.

Why Taskai is the best alternative to Todoist

Most productivity apps assume you are a robot. They assume if you write a task down, you will do it. But we know the real problem isn't forgetting tasks—it's the mental load of managing them.

Here is how Taskai takes a different approach.

1. Don't Fill Forms. Just Chat.

The Todoist Way: To add a task, you often need to define the project, the priority (P1-P4), the label, and the due date. It feels like data entry.

The Taskai Way: Just open the chat and dump your thoughts.

"I'm stressed. I need to call the dentist, buy milk, and finish that report by 5 PM."

Taskai understands you. It parses the chaos, sets the reminders, and organizes the plan for you. No forms required.

2. Anxiety Relief, Not "Overdue" Shame

The Todoist Way: When you miss a deadline, Todoist shows you a red date. If you miss 10 tasks, you open the app to a wall of red text. This causes "Task Paralysis," leading many users to stop opening the app entirely.

The Taskai Way: Taskai uses Emotional Intelligence (EQ). If you miss tasks, it doesn't judge you. It offers to help you reschedule them guilt-free.

"Looks like we missed a few things yesterday. No stress. Should we move them to tomorrow or just delete them?"

3. A Plan, Not Just a List

The Todoist Way: You look at a list of 20 items. You have to decide what to do first. This decision fatigue kills productivity.

The Taskai Way: Taskai acts as an Executive Assistant.

Morning Briefing: It greets you with a summarized plan for the day.

Evening Review: It helps you close open loops so you can sleep peacefully.

Smart Nudges: It gently reminds you of the one thing you need to focus on right now.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Is Taskai free?

Taskai is free to download and try on Android. Because it uses advanced AI models (LLMs) to power the chat and scheduling, we offer a flexible evaluation period followed by a subscription to cover server costs.

Q: Can I import from Todoist?

Currently, Taskai is designed as a fresh start. We find that importing thousands of old, stale tasks from Todoist creates instant anxiety. We recommend using Taskai's "Brain Dump" feature to input only what matters right now.

Q: Is Taskai good for ADHD?

Yes. Taskai is specifically designed for neurodivergent brains. It breaks down large tasks, removes the shame of overdue items, and uses a chat interface that lowers the dopamine barrier to getting started.

Q: Is there an Android version?

Yes! Taskai is a native Android app optimized for performance, widgets, and quick notification actions.

Ready to stop managing the list and start doing the work?

Stop being a project manager for your own life. Hire an AI Secretary instead.