# PCMag Todoist Review: Task Management Features, Pricing, and Plan Comparisons

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Published on Savlume: 2026-09-30T12:00:00.000Z
Content updated: 2026-10-13T20:03:09.027Z
Source publication time: 2026-09-30T12:00:00.000Z
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PCMag evaluated Todoist, awarding the task-management app an Editors' Choice distinction for its clean interface, dependable cross-platform syncing, and strong natural-language input. The review highlights that while the free tier reliably handles up to five projects, unlocking advanced functionality—including calendar views, custom reminders, and extended filters—requires a Pro subscription at $5 per month billed annually. The source considers Todoist ideal for personal and small-team productivity, though users wanting a one-time purchase or free calendar integration may prefer competing alternatives.

## Media review

PCMag gives Todoist five stars and an Editors' Choice award, praising its uncluttered interface, cross-platform syncing, and balance of personal and collaborative task-management features.

Attribution: PCMag Reviews · Ruben Circelli
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- Source-reported strength: The reviewer found the interface straightforward and uncluttered despite its range of features.
- Source-reported strength: The reviewer says natural-language task entry and integrations with services such as Slack, Gmail, and calendars support varied workflows.
- Source-reported strength: The source says the service syncs tasks across devices and syncs offline changes after reconnecting.
- Source-reported limitation: Some capabilities, including calendar view and custom reminders, require a paid plan.
- Source-reported limitation: The reviewer says Todoist collects user content and recommends avoiding sensitive information.

### What does the reviewer say the free plan supports?

Up to five personal projects, collaboration with up to five people on each project, basic reminders, list and kanban views, integrations, up to three custom filters, and a week of activity history.

### What additional features does Pro include?

The source lists calendar view, custom reminders, deadlines, task-duration tracking, unlimited activity history, and higher limits including 300 personal projects and 150 custom filters.

### What does the source say about the Pro trial?

It lasts one week, requires a payment method, and can be canceled immediately after signup.
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PCMag Reviews: https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/todoist

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