What is a minimalistic task manager app?

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I'm looking for a to-do list app that integrates between my laptop and phone. A lot of the ones I've found just have too much going and I'm looking for something clean and simple. There's just something gratifying about clicking a "done" checkbox.

Andrej Musugamitow · Accepted Answer

Zenkit is an online project management solution that offers many different data views like a to-do list, mind-map, spreadsheet, kanban board, or calendar. Whether you´re a task-list enthusiast, or a manager of complex projects, Zenkit let´s you be as productive as possible.

Lucas · Answer

Taskful has a beautiful interface and is available for Android & iOS. It's a simple task manager that focussed on letting you create subtasks with ease to reduce the amount of stress that comes with getting things done. It's unfortunately not available on desktop yet, though.

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It's minimal and convenient for those who are on mac.

Andrew Mutavdzija · Answer

Minimalistic and, to use the most overused words to describe apps, very beautiful and clean UI!

Razvan Gabriel Apostu · Answer

I use it everyday. It has a simple yet effective design and it keeps you focused on solving your tasks. You also get the fulfillment of crossing the tasks off the list and getting stuff done! Also, the sync between the mobile app and the website works great.

Michael Hirsch · Answer

We are currently working on desktop app and plan on releasing it sometime in March.

Joshua Miller · Answer

Markdown, recurring, easy to use, mobile compatible, inexpensive subscription for Pro

Alyssa X · Answer

Couldn't be simpler!

Jamie Martin · Answer

My favorite workflow-type of app

Ryan Manor · Answer

Its phenominal, its got a great tagging system, lets you simply organize groups of tasks into "areas" (work/personal/etc.) and its got very simple, clean, and useful UI/UX.

Jose Augusto Montiel Urribarri · Answer

Simple, minimalistic and powerful.

Nimit kumar · Answer

ProProfs Project has no-frills and offers a delightful user experience. You get access to smart features like time tracking, Gantt charts, and calendar view that lets you manage your tasks like a pro.

Cristian Bara · Answer

This will only work on your phone, maybe it helps.

Kuldar · Answer

Every time I get overwhelmed by imposed structure of a todo app, I return to TaskPaper. It can be as simple as a list of items, and as complicated of a system as you need.

Blake Robinson · Answer

Agreed.

Chad-omar Turner · Answer

Work on both Phone and lap top and notes can be shared via google docs

K Michelle Lunder · Answer

I use this for EVERYTHING and as long as you have a Google account you can access it everywhere you access your Google account

gunrack skeletor · Answer

Basic or in depth as you want it to be. Simple, easy to understand UI. Has a cool "Smart Schedule" feature that uses AI to figure out the best day/time for your task. Mac/Windows/Android/Linux/iOS/Web.

Diego Jimenez · Answer

Simple interface, powerful features, multi-platform, free.

Nora Conrad · Answer

I've tried a ton of alternatives but I always go back to this guy. It can be super simple with your inbox and a list of tasks, or you can use projects, tags and smart scheduling. It's whatever you need it to be.

Edward Shepard · Answer

It's a command level app - I use it to capture everything remotely task related on the go and sort at the start and end of the day. I use custom tags to estimate time so if I have a free moment, I check what's labeled "5 minutes," and jump in and get to work. I also use to manage my reading list. It's app that gets "powerful yet simple" right.

Shaun Reinhold · Answer

Pros: It's the most minimalist task manager app on this list.
Cons: Doesn't integrate with Mac/PC.

Eivind Lindbråten · Answer

So simple, and can structure it however you want. Also really fast to use, and integrates with reminders.

Fred Wilson · Answer

nTask was designed to erase all such complications. It’s visibly simple and intrinsically basic foundation of design and functionality, earns it a favorable spot above Jira in this rat race of project management tools.

Design:
Cordial Interface: Quickly familiarize with the platform, with an easy-to-maneuver interface.

Efficient Usability: Shuffle through 3 different views (List, Grid, and Calendar) on a single window.

Sort Seamlessly: Organize your list of tasks, projects, and meetings via saved filters and export a copy of your modules in the form of Microsoft spreadsheet on your desktop.

Smart Search: Find and locate specific tasks, projects, meetings and more, from a dense pile of existing backlog.

Functionality:

Agile Task & Project Management: Interlink tasks, meetings and projects to avoid on-screen confusion. Assign multiple assignee to each module for maximum collaboration.

Methodical Tracking: Track the time spent on each task through self-generating time sheets and monitor the progress of each project in reference to its weekly activity in simple-to-read Gantt Charts. Create and monitor resource planning as well as project budgets with the use of a simplified Project Planner.

Proficient Risk Management: Identify and assess potential risks and their frequency of occurrence through features such as risk matrix and pie charts

Rigorous Issue Management: Create issues and assign them to relevant tasks. Manage their severity, priority, and status to keep everyone on the team updated.

M. Banerjee Palmer · Answer

Only just started using this. Apparently it's a deliberate Workflowy clone which came about because the founders thought Workflowy wasn't being improved enough. Everything being text-based makes it super flexible. Downside seems to be the lack of proper reminders.

Shaan Singh · Answer

If you like the feeling of completing a task, Time 2 gives you that feeling on steroids! Additionally, it's really great for: 1) organizing your whole week, 2) staying focused on your work as you're doing it, and 3) tracking your daily effectiveness.

And all in one clean design! It's basically a distraction killer in your pocket.

Kirill Maximov · Answer

Checkvist is a web tool for creating online outlines, hierarchical task lists, collecting and structuring all kinds of information. It has an outstanding keyboard support so you can easily re-structure your lists, filter, hoist and beef them up with tags, due dates, links, or attachments. Collaboration, Markdown, code highlighting, import and export (OPML, text) make Checkvist an ideal hub for working on complex IT projects.

RILS · Answer

Clean and simple. Opens in a small window so it's easy to have it in view all the time.

Nuria Diaz Roca · Answer

Pretty easy and highly intuitive task manager tool. Asana is the best idea when we are handling multiple projects simultaneously and we have an extended network of dependencies. It really seeks to boost both communication 
& collaborative work.

Pratik Soni · Answer

Its the simplest task manager/todo app in the world, Just try it for once & then decide - www.yotodo.in

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ProofHub is a task management and project planning software that brings a lot in the platter for teams of all sizes. The native to do feature in ProofHub is simple to use with an amazingly neat interface. It has also got all the advanced features like sub tasks, recurring events, assign multiple people to a single task, option to set a start and end date, set time estimates, mark lists as private, and lots more.

Kyle Stephens · Answer

More of a project management tool but can be used as a personal planner also.

Ilya Azovtsev 💌+🤖=🚀 · Answer

I've tried dozens of tool, and Any.do the best one

Stowe Boyd · Answer

Perhaps the most minimal task manager, after paper and pencil.

Dima Afonin · Answer

Use this one if you wanna keep it really simple. Thou I prefer Things 3 for my personal tasks, Clear is a nice option for those who really want a minimalistic approach to task tracking. The UI is still unbeatable even after years since it was first released.

Andrew Mutavdzija · Answer

Minimalistic and, to use the most overused words to describe apps, very beautiful and clean UI!

Abin Jacob · Answer

A simple to do app. The unique My Day interface improved my work flow to a very great extent. It helps you to focus on the things to be done by keeping other tasks out of your sight.

Filipa Nascimento · Answer

Outplanr was designed to turn your to-do list into a clear work plan without effort, making your life easier. Keep projects on track and easily check how much time was spent on each task against your estimates.

J. Dakar · Answer

I've tried countless to-do apps, but TickTick is the one I've continuously used. It is everything you're looking for!

Roy Glueckstern · Answer

Wow combines everything i need right on top of my email.
Everything is done in one place

Karl Harris · Answer

Agreed  things 3 has a beautiful UI and is simple but not limited. Great app

Dima Afonin · Answer

It was a game changer for me. Used lots of apps like Wunderlist, Any.do, Clear, Todoist, Apple Reminders and Notes, even Trello and regular notebook. Neither of them worked out. Some due to ugly UI, some due to limited functionality. Things 3 works the best in my opinion. It's very clear, super easy and fun to use. Still it's not limited so if you need something more than just a tasklist — it is there. Great app.