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Backlog vs Todoist

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Backlog

5.0
Productivity

Todoist

7.0
Productivity

To-do list

Metric Backlog Todoist
Category Productivity Productivity
AI Score 5.0 7.0
30-day Installs 8 554
90-day Installs 15 1.6K
365-day Installs 59 5.9K
Version 1.8.0 9.27.1
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 435 1.7K
GitHub Forks 85 130
Open Issues 34 80
License MIT MIT
Language Vue Go
Last GitHub Commit 3y ago 2mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Aug 23, 2013

Reviews

Backlog

Backlog is a simple desktop app for managing lists of todos, tasks, and backlog items. It offers a clean interface and markdown support, making it ideal for those who prefer a straightforward task management tool.

Backlog allows users to create and manage lists of items, such as todos and tasks, using a desktop interface with markdown support.

Pros

  • + Open-source
  • + Clean design
  • + Markdown support

Cons

  • - No auto-updates
  • - Low install count

Todoist

Todoist is a popular to-do list manager known for its seamless integration with other tools and AI-powered features like smart due dates. It benefits users who need a flexible, efficient task management solution with cross-platform support.

Manages tasks and to-do lists with integrations and AI features.

Pros

  • + Integration with various tools and platforms
  • + AI-powered features like smart due dates
  • + Active development and updates

Cons

  • - Some users report syncing issues
  • - Limited community discussion on Reddit