{"id":236367,"date":"2024-12-11T05:59:13","date_gmt":"2024-12-11T13:59:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/?p=236367"},"modified":"2025-11-17T02:52:59","modified_gmt":"2025-11-17T10:52:59","slug":"ticktick-vs-things3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/","title":{"rendered":"TickTick vs. Things 3: Which Task Manager Is Best in [year]?\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Your tasks are piling up, deadlines are looming, and your mind feels like a chaotic mix of reminders and checklists. <br><br>You\u2019re left wondering, \u201cWhere do I even start?\u201d Sounds familiar? We\u2019ve all been there. <br><br>This is where a good <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/to-do-list-app\/\">to-do list app<\/a> can help. It can organize your tasks in one place, declutter your mind, and give you the unmatched satisfaction of ticking off items. \u2705<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Among the many to-do list apps, TickTick and Things 3 stand out for their effective, flexible approaches to task management. But which one is right for you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this post, we\u2019ll discuss TickTick vs. Things 3 to help you find the most suitable tool for organizing your work and personal life. \ud83d\udccb\u2728<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-245612db-cec8-4a46-a041-f1aa29d0b231\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">TickTick vs. Things 3: Which Task Manager Is Best?\u00a0<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \">\n\t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#0-a-quick-comparison-to-find-your-ideal-to-do-app\" style=\"\">A Quick Comparison to Find Your Ideal To-Do App<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#1-what-is-ticktick\" style=\"\">What Is TickTick?<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#2-ticktick-features\" style=\"\">TickTick features<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#8-ticktick-pricing\" style=\"\">TickTick pricing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#9-what-is-things-3\" style=\"\">What Is Things 3?<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#10-things-3-features\" style=\"\">Things 3 features<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#16-things-3-pricing\" style=\"\">Things 3 pricing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#17-ticktick-vs-things-3-features-compared\" style=\"\">TickTick vs. Things 3: Features Compared<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#18-1-task-management\" style=\"\">1. Task management<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#21-2-reminders-and-alerts\" style=\"\">2. Reminders and alerts<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#24-3-time-management\" style=\"\">3. Time management<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#27-ticktick-vs-things-3-on-reddit\" style=\"\">TickTick vs. Things 3 on Reddit<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#28-meet-clickup%E2%80%94the-best-alternative-to-ticktick-vs-things-3\" style=\"\">Meet ClickUp\u2014The Best Alternative to TickTick vs. Things 3<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#29-advanced-task-management\" style=\"\">Advanced task management<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#30-quick-and-easy-reminders\" style=\"\">Quick and easy reminders<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#31-calendar-to-do-list-template\" style=\"\">Calendar To-Do List Template<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#32-seamless-time-tracking\" style=\"\">Seamless time tracking<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-things3\/#33-clickup-the-end-to-the-ticktick-vs-things-3-debate\" style=\"\">ClickUp: The End to the TickTick vs. Things 3 Debate<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-a-quick-comparison-to-find-your-ideal-to-do-app\">A Quick Comparison to Find Your Ideal To-Do App<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>TickTick<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>Things 3<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/signup\">ClickUp<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><em>Ease of Use<\/em><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Simple list-first interface; slight learning curve<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Clean, minimal, intuitive Apple-only interface<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Beginner-friendly UI with advanced options when needed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><em>Task Entry<\/em><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Natural language dates, voice input, email-to-task<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Fast task entry, Magic Plus button<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">AI-assisted task creation, custom fields, comments-to-tasks<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><em>Organization<\/em><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Lists, Smart Lists, tags, priorities<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Projects with headings, clean hierarchy<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">15+ views, nested tasks, statuses, templates<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><em>Reminders<\/em><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Multiple, repeated, location-based reminders<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Fastlane reminders synced across Apple devices<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Smart reminders with attachments, snooze, delegation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><em>Time Management<\/em><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Built-in Pomodoro + focus stats<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">No Pomodoro<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/free-tools\/free-online-pomodoro-timer\">Native time tracking<\/a> + AI insights<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><em>Availability<\/em><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">iOS, Android, Web, Windows<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Apple ecosystem only<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Works on Web, iOS, Android, Windows, Mac<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><em>Collaboration<\/em><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Basic sharing, list collaboration<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">No collaboration<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Real-time docs, comments, assignments, shared spaces<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><em>Pricing<\/em>*<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">$35.99\/year<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Smart reminders with attachments, snooze, and delegation<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\">Free Forever + flexible paid plans<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">*Please check the tool website for the latest pricing<br><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-what-is-ticktick\">What Is TickTick?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"661\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image6-3-1400x661.png\" alt=\"Ticktick vs Things 3: TickTick Productivity Assistant \" class=\"wp-image-236384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image6-3-1400x661.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image6-3-300x142.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image6-3-768x362.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image6-3-1536x725.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image6-3-700x330.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image6-3.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>via <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/ticktick.com\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><em>TickTick<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">TickTick is a personal productivity assistant that helps you organize and track work projects and individual goals in one place. As a to-do list app, it allows you to create multiple lists, add tasks through voice notes, convert emails into tasks, set task reminders, and add recurring tasks to create a daily schedule.&nbsp;\ud83d\udcc6<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also has useful features like a calendar and a Kanban board, which are good for managing projects and collaborating with your team. Plus, the Pomodoro timer helps you focus on essential tasks, a standout feature in the TickTick vs. Things 3 comparison.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-ticktick-features\">TickTick features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>TickTick provides many features for task management, habit tracking, and team collaboration. Let\u2019s some of its key features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-1-task-management-through-lists\">1. Task management through lists<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"892\" height=\"1164\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image4-2.png\" alt=\"Ticktick vs Things 3: Task management in Ticktick\" class=\"wp-image-236386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image4-2.png 892w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image4-2-230x300.png 230w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image4-2-768x1002.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image4-2-700x913.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 892px) 100vw, 892px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>via <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/ticktick.com\/features\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><em>TickTick<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you prefer a simple, clear list layout for tracking your daily tasks, TickTick can be a great addition to your digital toolkit. It offers two types of lists for task management: \u2018Regular List\u2019 and \u2018Smart List.\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use the Regular List feature to categorize tasks into \u2018Work,\u2019 \u2018Personal,\u2019 \u2018Education,\u2019 or any other category for better efficiency. This also helps you manage tasks for different projects in one place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next comes the Smart List feature. It filters tasks based on due dates, tags, priorities, location, and other conditions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px solid #0693e3; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-533e6e9e-1d36-4d7b-8a3d-042cb3281e49\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-\">\ud83d\udccc For example, you can view the \u2018Today\u2019 list for all tasks due today. Similarly, the \u2018Next 7 Days\u2019 list shows the tasks due in a week.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>However, the Smart List feature is available only in the Premium subscription.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-2-task-entry-and-management\">2. Task entry and management<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"1320\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image16-1.png\" alt=\"TickTick vs Things 3: Task entry and management in TickTick\" class=\"wp-image-236387\" style=\"width:630px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image16-1.png 720w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image16-1-164x300.png 164w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image16-1-700x1283.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>via <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/ticktick.com\/features\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><em>TickTick<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>One of TickTick\u2019s standout features is its smart task entry and management, simplifying task creation and organization. Instead of manually setting due dates, priorities, or tags, TickTick uses natural language processing to recognize these details as you type.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px solid #0693e3; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-5789fbb6-1541-450f-a5f8-cdb05c9eb3b6\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-\">\ud83d\udccc For example, if you type (or say) &#8220;Submit the quarterly report by Friday at 3 pm,&#8221; TickTick will automatically set the deadline and reminder for that task.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>With TickTick, you can organize tasks effortlessly using lists, tags, and priority levels. It helps you manage multiple projects without feeling overwhelmed. TickTick also supports quick task entry through voice commands, so you can add new tasks on the go, making it perfect for busy individuals needing fast, efficient task management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-3-multiple-alerts-and-reminders\">3. Multiple alerts and reminders<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"1320\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image2-1.png\" alt=\"TickTick vs Things 3: Add multiple alerts and reminders in Ticktick\" class=\"wp-image-236389\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image2-1.png 720w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image2-1-164x300.png 164w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image2-1-700x1283.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>via <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/ticktick.com\/features\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><em>TickTick<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>TickTick alerts and reminders system ensures you&#8217;re always on top of your tasks. You can set multiple reminders or \u2018Annoying Alerts\u2019 for tasks to ensure you never miss a task deadline or an important event. Its Repeat Reminder feature works well for weekly meetings, birthdays, or bill due dates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What makes it more special is its customization of location-based reminders. You can set alerts for specific times or dates or even when you arrive at a particular location.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px solid #0693e3; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-99d5d3a2-b6c9-4784-b269-87a026b2442a\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-\">\ud83d\udccc For example, you can get a ping to pick up groceries when you&#8217;re near the store.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>TickTick also lets you choose how to receive the alerts, whether through a notification, email or push notification on your smartwatch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-4-flexible-calendar-views\">4. Flexible calendar views<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"1320\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image1-2.png\" alt=\"TickTick vs Things 3: Flexible calendar views in Ticktick\" class=\"wp-image-236391\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image1-2.png 720w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image1-2-164x300.png 164w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image1-2-700x1283.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>via <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/ticktick.com\/features\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><em>TickTick<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>TickTick further simplifies task management through its flexible Calendar View, which offers a visual, customizable way to organize your schedule. You can view your tasks in five ways: Daily, Weekly, Monthly, Bi-weekly, and Timeline.&nbsp;\u23f3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>TickTick&#8217;s Calendar offers a user-friendly drag-and-drop feature, enabling you to adjust task deadlines or reschedule events seamlessly without disrupting your entire agenda. Additionally, TickTick integrates with third-party calendars like Google Calendar, allowing you to manage all your appointments, meetings, and deadlines in one place. This makes TickTick an efficient <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/daily-planner-apps\/\">daily planner app<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-5-pomodoro-timer\">5. Pomodoro timer<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"613\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image23.png\" alt=\"TickTick vs Things 3: Pomodoro timer feature in TicTick\" class=\"wp-image-236392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image23.png 1024w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image23-300x180.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image23-768x460.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image23-700x419.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>via <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/ticktick.com\/features\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><em>TickTick<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Need help to stay focused? TickTick\u2019s built-in Pomodoro Timer is created to boost focus and productivity. You can schedule 25-minute work sessions for priority tasks, followed by a short break.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The timer seamlessly integrates with your task list, allowing you to start a session directly from any task. TickTick also tracks your Pomodoro sessions to see how long you&#8217;ve been working and how many breaks you&#8217;ve taken. This helps you stay motivated and on track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can even play white noise in the background while the Pomo timer is on to enhance your focus. \ud83e\uddd8<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #d9edf7; color: #31708f; border-left-color: #31708f; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-notification-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-1158caeb-1adf-47af-bc54-d034209cea74\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-notification-content-\">\ud83d\udca1<strong>Pro Tip: <\/strong>To maximize your productivity, try combining the Pomodoro Timer with a dedicated focus playlist. Choose instrumental music or nature sounds that help you concentrate, minimize distractions, and enhance your ability to stay in the zone during your work sessions. \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-ticktick-pricing\">TickTick pricing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Free<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Premium:<\/strong> $35.99\/year&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color: #d9edf7; color: #31708f; border-left-color: #31708f; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-notification-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-bd9d5ac5-0e5b-47e1-92f2-a86b2b55920b\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-notification-content-\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-vs-clickup\/\">TickTick vs. ClickUp: Which Task Management App is Best?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-what-is-things-3\">What Is Things 3?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1050\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image18-1400x1050.png\" alt=\"Ticktick vs Things 3: Things 3 is a user-friendly task management app\" class=\"wp-image-236393\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image18-1400x1050.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image18-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image18-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image18-1536x1152.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image18-700x525.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image18.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>via <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/culturedcode.com\/things\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><em>Things 3<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Things 3 is a sleek, user-friendly task management app for Apple users. It is a <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ticktick-alternatives\/\">popular alternative to TickTick<\/a> and combines beautiful design with intuitive features, making it easy to organize your tasks and stay productive. \u26a1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re managing personal projects, work-related tasks, or long-term goals, Things 3 provides a streamlined, distraction-free environment to help you focus on what matters most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s ideal for breaking down larger projects into manageable steps and organizing everything.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-things-3-features\">Things 3 features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the most useful features of Things #:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-1-project-breakdown-and-headings\">1. Project breakdown and headings<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1312\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image7-2.png\" alt=\"TickTick vs Things 3: Project breakdown and headings feature in Things3\" class=\"wp-image-236394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image7-2.png 1000w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image7-2-229x300.png 229w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image7-2-768x1008.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image7-2-700x918.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>via <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/culturedcode.com\/things\/features\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><em>Things 3<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Things 3 stands out with its project structuring feature. Rather than managing a long list of to-dos, you can group related tasks under specific headings, giving your project a clear visual hierarchy. This is one of the most frequently praised features when comparing TickTick vs. Things 3.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Imagine working on an extensive campaign or event. Instead of staring at a chaotic list of tasks, you can organize everything by category\u2014\u2019Research,\u2019 \u2018Planning,\u2019 and \u2018Execution\u2019\u2014with individual tasks listed neatly underneath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This makes it easy to focus on one section at a time without losing sight of the overall goal. Plus, the visual clarity helps reduce stress by providing a roadmap for completion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-2-magic-plus-button\">2. Magic plus button<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"821\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image15-1-1400x821.png\" alt=\"TickTick vs Things 3: Magic plus button feature in Things 3\" class=\"wp-image-236396\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image15-1-1400x821.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image15-1-300x176.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image15-1-768x450.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image15-1-1536x900.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image15-1-700x410.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image15-1.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>via <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/culturedcode.com\/things\/features\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><em>Things 3<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Magic Plus Button in Things 3 is more than just a way to add tasks\u2014it&#8217;s your shortcut to productivity. Imagine being able to quickly capture tasks or ideas the moment they pop into your head, no matter where you are in the app. That\u2019s how the Magic Plus Button works. \u2728<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Capture new tasks or ideas instantly, no matter where you are in the app. Need to add something last minute? Just tap and add it, and it&#8217;ll be sorted without disrupting your workflow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-3-checklists\">3. Checklists<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1362\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image19.png\" alt=\"TickTick vs Things 3: Checklists feature in Things3\" class=\"wp-image-236397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image19.png 1000w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image19-220x300.png 220w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image19-768x1046.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image19-700x953.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>via <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/culturedcode.com\/things\/features\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><em>Things 3<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Checklist feature in Things 3 helps you provide context for your tasks, making it perfect for breaking down complex to-dos into bite-sized steps.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px dashed #0693e3; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-426d06a2-cc11-4226-9494-3e30ec56ed58\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-\">\ud83d\udccc For instance, instead of \u2018Plan event,\u2019 <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/daily-checklist-apps\/\">create a checklist<\/a> of \u2018Book venue,\u2019 \u2018Arrange catering,\u2019 and \u2018Send invites\u2019 to keep everything organized and trackable.\u2019\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-4-quick-find\">4. Quick Find<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"742\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image21.png\" alt=\"TickTick vs Things 3: Quick find feature in Things 3\" class=\"wp-image-236399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image21.png 1000w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image21-300x223.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image21-768x570.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image21-700x519.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>via <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/culturedcode.com\/things\/features\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><em>Things 3<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Quick Find feature in Things 3 lets you find exactly what you need without sifting through endless lists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With just a few keystrokes, you can search tasks, to-dos, projects, and specific details across your entire task list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Imagine you\u2019re in the middle of a busy day and need to locate that crucial task buried deep within a project. Instead of wasting time scrolling or hunting through folders, you hit Quick Find, type a keyword, and voil\u00e0\u2014everything relevant pops up instantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-5-timely-reminders\">5. Timely reminders<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"933\" height=\"1400\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image10-2-933x1400.png\" alt=\"TickTick vs Things 3: Timely reminders feature in Things 3\" class=\"wp-image-236400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image10-2-933x1400.png 933w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image10-2-200x300.png 200w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image10-2-768x1152.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image10-2-700x1050.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image10-2.png 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 933px) 100vw, 933px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>via <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/culturedcode.com\/things\/features\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><em>Things 3<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Timely Reminders in Things 3 help you stay on top of crucial tasks. Whether it\u2019s a critical meeting or a personal deadline, Things 3 has you covered with several easy ways to set reminders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can click to add reminders directly while scheduling your to-dos, making it simple to set alerts when you plan your tasks. Just hit \u2018Add Reminder,\u2019 choose your time, and you\u2019re all set.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px dashed #0693e3; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-c3b20f22-d086-48c6-997d-489990a81f5e\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-\">\ud83d\udccc  Prefer typing? <br><br>With Things 3\u2019s natural language date parser, you can type reminders like \u2018Tom, 8 pm,\u2019 and the app will automatically understand and set the time for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For those who love hands-free solutions, Siri integration allows you to set reminders by speaking directly to your iPhone. Just say, \u201cIn Things, remind me to send a message to Alex at 5 am tomorrow,\u201d and your Apple reminder is set.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-things-3-pricing\">Things 3 pricing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Separate one-time fee for each of your iOS devices:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mac: <\/strong>$49.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>iPad: <\/strong>$19.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>iPhone and Apple Watch: <\/strong>$9.99<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vision Pro: <\/strong>$29.99<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"17-ticktick-vs-things-3-features-compared\">TickTick vs. Things 3: Features Compared<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Both TickTick and Things 3 offer impressive task management and to-do app features, each with a unique flair. Here&#8217;s a quick overview of their features so you can choose the most suitable tool for completing tasks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>TickTick<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Things 3<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ease of use<\/td><td>Has a learning curve to understand all the features<\/td><td>Simple user interface<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Task entry<\/td><td>Supports natural language input for quick scheduling<\/td><td>Task entry without extensive language parsing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Availability<\/td><td>Accessible on both Apple and Android devices<\/td><td>Accessible only on Apple devices<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Collaboration<\/td><td>Allowed<\/td><td>Not allowed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Time-tracking<\/td><td>Available<\/td><td>Not available<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reminders<\/td><td>Multiple Reminders and Annoying Reminders for tasks to ensure you don\u2019t miss a deadline<\/td><td>Fastlane reminders feature to set task reminders on your Apple calendar<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Task View<\/td><td>List View and Calendar View<\/td><td>List View and Calendar View<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Free Version<\/td><td>Yes, but with limited features<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Price<\/td><td><strong>TickTick Premium Plan:<\/strong> $35.99\/year&nbsp;<\/td><td>One-time purchase:<br><strong>Mac: <\/strong>$49.99<br><strong>iPad: <\/strong>$19.99<br><strong>iPhone and Apple Watch: <\/strong>$9.99<br><strong>Vision Pro: <\/strong>$29.99<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Best For<\/td><td>All users looking for simple time management and task collaboration<\/td><td>Apple users looking for a clean visual layout for task organization<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">TickTick vs. Things 3 feature comparison table<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"18-1-task-management\">1. Task management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"19-ticktick\">TickTick<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>TickTick shines with its ability to manage multiple task lists on a single screen, making it an excellent choice for juggling various aspects of your life and working in one place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"20-things-3\">Things 3<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, Things 3 impresses with its Project Breakdown and Headings. These allow you to structure large projects into manageable sections and provide clear visual hierarchy and organization.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px dashed #9b51e0; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-7c0a880b-cff0-4218-acbe-8d0948c23d0a\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-\">\ud83c\udfc6 <strong>Winner: <\/strong>TickTick for balancing numerous tasks across different projects with its streamlined Multi-list View<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"21-2-reminders-and-alerts\">2. Reminders and alerts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"22-ticktick\">TickTick<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>TickTick offers a wide range of customization options for your reminders and alerts. You can set specific times, dates, and locations and even choose the sound and vibration patterns. You can also connect TickTick with your calendar and other apps to ensure you&#8217;re always in the loop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"23-things-3\">Things 3<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>In contrast, Things 3 shines with its Fastlane feature, which ensures that reminders are instantly synced across all your devices. This means when you set a reminder on your phone, it\u2019s immediately updated on your computer and tablet, keeping your notifications consistent and timely.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px dashed #9b51e0; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-01641ea6-3a24-4bb9-9e15-b6a14810908f\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-\">\ud83c\udfc6 <strong>Winner:<\/strong> Things 3 due to its Fastlane feature, which ensures real-time updates across devices<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"24-3-time-management\">3. Time management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"25-ticktick\">TickTick<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>TickTick\u2019s Pomodoro timer stands out with built-in focus sessions, helping you boost productivity with structured work intervals and breaks. This feature is great for users who prefer a timed approach to managing their work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, TickTick has an Eisenhower Matrix feature where you can arrange your tasks into four categories: \u2018Urgent and Important,\u2019 \u2018Not Urgent and Important,\u2019 \u2018Urgent and Unimportant,\u2019 and \u2018Not Urgent and Unimportant.\u2019 It helps you identify important and urgent tasks so that you can finish them first.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"26-things-3\">Things 3<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Things 3, however, doesn\u2019t include a Pomodoro timer but offers flexible calendar views and timely reminders that can indirectly help with time management.<\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 3px dashed #9b51e0; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-01d51a15-3250-4d8e-9e88-4c6efbbb964c\">\n<p id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-\">\ud83c\udfc6 <strong>Winner:<\/strong> TickTick because of the Pomo Timer and Eisenhower Matrix features<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"27-ticktick-vs-things-3-on-reddit\">TickTick vs. Things 3 on Reddit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We also checked user reviews on Reddit to see which tool is better. Here\u2019s a glimpse into what Reddit users say about TickTick vs. Things 3.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/ticktick\/comments\/1al2ghq\/why_would_people_prefer_things_3_over_ticktick\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Reddit user<\/a> made his take on Things 3 very clear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-clickup-clickup-author-quote cu-author-quote undefined\"><blockquote class=\"cu-author-quote__quote\"><p>&#8220;<em>Things 3 is simple, but what I love and what sets it apart from a lot of apps is its syncing across devices is awesome. Simplicity and the ability to pick up work from anywhere will put it ahead of most apps.&#8221;<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Another user suggests <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/ticktick\/comments\/1al2ghq\/why_would_people_prefer_things_3_over_ticktick\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">trying <\/a>TickTick and Things 3 and using the one that suits your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-clickup-clickup-author-quote cu-author-quote undefined\"><blockquote class=\"cu-author-quote__quote\"><p><em>&#8220;I guess it comes down to the philosophy of both apps. Things is very opinionated in how they think you should manage your tasks. So the whole thing feels a little locked in and restricted.<\/em><br><em>But, to some people, that\u2019s a good thing. Me included. Things is my most used app. It fits with how I want to manage my tasks. It\u2019s minimal and has just enough features that I need, and no more. And it is a pleasure to use.<\/em><br><em>Other people want more flexibility and control and to be able to use a tool that they can customize a bit more with how their brain works. That\u2019s TickTick.<\/em><br><em>I\u2019ve spent a lot of time with both and personally I\u2019ve been more productive and less overwhelmed with Things.&#8221;<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"28-meet-clickup%E2%80%94the-best-alternative-to-ticktick-vs-things-3\">Meet ClickUp\u2014The Best Alternative to TickTick vs. Things 3<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, you can decide whether to pick TickTick vs. Things 3. However, the \u2018Thing\u2019 is that if you choose TickTick, you might lose the ability to break down projects into simpler tasks or milestones. And, if you pick Things 3, you\u2019ll have to compromise on the time-tracking feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you&#8217;re still on the fence between TickTick and Things 3, allow us to introduce <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\">ClickUp<\/a>. It combines the strengths of both apps while offering even more features for free. Plus, as a web app and mobile app, it ensures cross-platform accessibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ClickUp is a robust task management tool that offers comprehensive features to streamline your workflow and boost productivity in your daily tasks. Let\u2019s find out how it is a powerful TickTick and <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/things-3-alternatives\/\">Things 3 alternative<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image22-1400x676.png\" alt=\"Ticktick vs Things 3 alternative: ClickUp Tasks to plan, organize, and collaborate on any project\" class=\"wp-image-236401\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image22-1400x676.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image22-300x145.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image22-768x371.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image22-1536x742.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image22-700x338.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image22.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Plan, organize, and collaborate on any project with ClickUp Tasks without missing a thing<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"29-advanced-task-management\">Advanced task management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/tasks\">ClickUp Tasks<\/a> is like your personal productivity powerhouse. You can create tasks, add task categories by adding tags and statuses, and set task priorities. This helps you organize and filter tasks like a pro.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can add context to your tasks with Custom Fields, such as project, location, client, etc. Plus, ClickUp Tasks enables you to link related and dependent tasks to track task progress and identify blockers. This capability makes it the frontrunner in the TickTick vs. Things 3 vs. other to-do list apps race, thanks to its advanced customization and flexibility.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"499\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image12.png\" alt=\"ClickUp Tasks to track task progress, set priorities, and identify task bottlenecks\" class=\"wp-image-236402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image12.png 800w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image12-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image12-768x479.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image12-700x437.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Track task progress, set priorities, and identify task bottlenecks with ClickUp Tasks<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Instead of sticking to default statuses like \u2018Open\u2019 or \u2018Closed,\u2019 ClickUp lets you create Custom Statuses that align perfectly with your workflow. You can have statuses like \u2018In Progress,\u2019 \u2018Awaiting Review,\u2019 or \u2018Blocked,\u2019 providing more clarity about where each task stands.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image14-1400x473.png\" alt=\"ClickUp Custom Statuses to track task progress\" class=\"wp-image-236404\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image14-1400x473.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image14-300x101.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image14-768x259.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image14-1536x518.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image14-700x236.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image14.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Craft statuses as per your need and track them like a pro with ClickUp Custom Statuses&nbsp;<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Depending on what works best for the project, you can also view your tasks in different ways, whether that\u2019s a List, Kanban Board, or Calendar View. Subtasks can be customized to display exactly the information you need when you need it.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"884\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image8-2.png\" alt=\"ClickUp Views to view your tasks in different ways\" class=\"wp-image-236405\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image8-2.png 1300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image8-2-300x204.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image8-2-768x522.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image8-2-700x476.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1300px) 100vw, 1300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>View your tasks in different ways with ClickUp Views<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>ClickUp isn\u2019t only for project management or tracking team tasks. You can easily use it to manage your personal projects or calendar events. Here\u2019s how our users rely on ClickUp as a personal <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/ai-to-do-list-apps\/\">AI to-do list app<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"954\" height=\"1376\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image9-2.png\" alt=\"Ticktick vs Things 3 alternative: Reddit user review about using ClickUp for managing personal tasks\" class=\"wp-image-236406\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image9-2.png 954w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image9-2-208x300.png 208w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image9-2-768x1108.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image9-2-700x1010.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 954px) 100vw, 954px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>via <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/clickup\/comments\/1c64cks\/comment\/l000cvg\/?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=web3x&amp;utm_name=web3xcss&amp;utm_term=1&amp;utm_content=share_button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><em>Reddit<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>But that\u2019s not all.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/ai\">ClickUp Brain<\/a>, you get a personal AI assistant to automate task management by providing task summaries and daily progress reports. It also automates action items, subtasks planning, and data filling.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"817\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image5-1.png\" alt=\"Use ClickUp Brain to automate your recurring tasks\" class=\"wp-image-236409\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image5-1.png 1200w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image5-1-300x204.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image5-1-768x523.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image5-1-700x477.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Automate your recurring tasks effortlessly with ClickUp Brain<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>But it doesn\u2019t stop there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ClickUp Brain can also analyze project data to enhance decision-making, estimate costs, optimize resource allocation, predict capacity needs, streamline team management, and monitor potential risks\u2014all in real time. Managing tasks has never been this easy with ClickUp Tasks and ClickUp Brain.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1220\" height=\"831\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image11-3.png\" alt=\"Ticktick vs Things 3 alternative: Use ClickUp Brain to make informed decisions\" class=\"wp-image-236410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image11-3.png 1220w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image11-3-300x204.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image11-3-768x523.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image11-3-700x477.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1220px) 100vw, 1220px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Make informed decisions with the perfect suggestions of ClickUp<\/em> <em>Brain<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"30-quick-and-easy-reminders\">Quick and easy reminders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Reminders in task management apps can feel like nagging notifications, irritating you. <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/reminders\">ClickUp Reminders<\/a> offers a customizable system that keeps you informed about your tasks without feeling intrusive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can color-code your reminders, tweak settings to fit your style, and ensure you&#8217;re always ahead of your deadlines.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"511\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image20.png\" alt=\"ClickUp Reminders Feature for task management\" class=\"wp-image-236412\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image20.png 800w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image20-300x192.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image20-768x491.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image20-700x447.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Always stay on top of what you need to do with ClickUp Reminders<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Inbox feature doubles as a task manager and calendar app, making it easy to keep track of everything in one place. Tabs like \u2018Next,\u2019 \u2018Done,\u2019 and \u2018Unscheduled\u2019 let you know what\u2019s coming up, what\u2019s completed, and what still needs a due date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ClickUp Reminders pack a powerful punch with the ability to attach files like photos, voice memos, or map locations to your reminders. This feature keeps you and your team organized and on track. Plus, with over 1,000 integrations, it\u2019s easy to sync your reminders with Google Calendar, Outlook, Zoom, and even Amazon Alexa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the &#8216;Delegated Reminders&#8217; feature, you can also set reminders and notifications for your team, ensuring no task is forgotten. Whether it&#8217;s recurring reminders or syncing across your calendar apps, ClickUp helps you maintain control over your schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1085\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image3-2-1400x1085.png\" alt=\"Ticktick vs Things 3 alternative: ClickUp Reminders to set task reminders for team members\" class=\"wp-image-236413\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image3-2-1400x1085.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image3-2-300x233.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image3-2-768x595.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image3-2-700x543.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image3-2.png 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Set reminders to your team members with ClickUp Reminders<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"31-calendar-to-do-list-template\">Calendar To-Do List Template<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you feeling overwhelmed by a never-ending to-do list? It&#8217;s time to bring order to the chaos! The <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/templates\/calendar-to-do-list-t-200573617\">ClickUp Calendar To-Do List Template<\/a> comes to your rescue here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This template helps you visualize your goals and tasks so you can plan your day or week like a pro. No more scrambling to meet deadlines or feeling lost in a sea of to-dos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-create-block-cu-image-with-overlay\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__overlay\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image17.png\" alt=\"Calendar To-Do-List Template by Clickup\" class=\"image skip-lazy cu-image-with-overlay__image\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto\" \/><div class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clickup.com\/signup?template=t-200573617&amp;department=personal-use\" class=\"cu-image-with-overlay__cta cu-image-with-overlay__cta--#7c68ee\" data-segment-track-click=\"true\" data-segment-section-model-name=\"imageCTA\" data-segment-button-clicked=\"Download This Template\" data-segment-props=\"{&quot;location&quot;:&quot;body&quot;,&quot;sectionModelName&quot;:&quot;imageCTA&quot;,&quot;buttonClicked&quot;:&quot;Download This Template&quot;}\">Download This Template<\/a><\/div><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Schedule tasks with ease and never miss a deadline with ClickUp\u2019s Calendar To-Do List Template\n<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The template also helps sort your tasks into clear categories so you can see exactly what needs to be done and when. It gives you a detailed view of each task, allowing you to track progress, set deadlines, and stay on top of things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With this template, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Schedule tasks easily<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organize tasks into different categories for better productivity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add task context and track task progress<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Level up your productivity with ClickUp&#8217;s Calendar To-Do List Template. It&#8217;s time to stop just planning and start achieving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cu-buttons-purple-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.clickup.com\/signup?template=t-200573617&amp;department=personal-use\" class=\"cu-button cu-button--purple\">Download This Template<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"32-seamless-time-tracking\">Seamless time tracking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Effective task management requires tracking the time spent on each task. ClickUp makes this easier with its built-in <a href=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/features\/project-time-tracking\">Time Tracking<\/a> feature, allowing you to record task durations seamlessly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can start and stop the timer from any device and use the global reminder to record time for multiple tasks. This enables you to set task priorities, allocate resources efficiently, and identify bottlenecks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1400\" height=\"1021\" src=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image13-2-1400x1021.png\" alt=\"ClickUp Time Tracking feature to track time spent on each task and prioritize tasks\" class=\"wp-image-236415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image13-2-1400x1021.png 1400w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image13-2-300x219.png 300w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image13-2-768x560.png 768w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image13-2-1536x1121.png 1536w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image13-2-700x511.png 700w, https:\/\/clickup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/image13-2.png 1586w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Track time spent on each task and prioritize tasks with the ClickUp Time Tracking feature<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"33-clickup-the-end-to-the-ticktick-vs-things-3-debate\">ClickUp: The End to the TickTick vs. Things 3 Debate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While TickTick and Things 3 productivity apps bring solid features to the table, ClickUp emerges as the ultimate solution for task management, daily planning, and team collaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From powerful task management to customizable views, advanced reminders, and AI-driven tools, ClickUp goes beyond simple task tracking. 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