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Also covers docker, open source, and self hosted
Collaborate on code in the browser with Rustpad, a self-hosted editor that does not require a database.
Alternatives
The Best Tasks Alternatives in 2026
24 alternatives0 free · 18 open source
Looking for something like Tasks? Here are 24 alternatives, ranked by how closely they match it on purpose, features and platforms. Of these, 18 are open source.
Tasks.md is a self-hosted task board based on Markdown files, with cards, lanes, and tags.
Top picks at a glance
First suggestionRustpadCollaborate on code in the browser with Rustpad, a…Another optionHedgeDocCollaborate on Markdown notes, diagrams, and presentations…
Quick comparison
| # | Alternative | Pricing | Open source | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rustpad | — | Yes | — |
| 2 | HedgeDoc | — | Not stated | Web |
| 3 | Vikunja | — | Not stated | Web |
| 4 | LifeAt | — | Not stated | Web |
| 5 | SuperList | — | Not stated | Android, iOS, Web |
| 6 | Markdown Viewer | — | Yes | — |
| 7 | MTEB Leaderboard | — | Not stated | Web |
| 8 | Kompad | — | Yes | — |
| 9 | Domino | — | Not stated | Web |
| 10 | Super Productivity | — | Yes | Android, iOS |
All Tasks alternatives
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HedgeDoc
hedgedoc.orgAlso covers docker and self hosted
Collaborate on Markdown notes, diagrams, and presentations with HedgeDoc, a web editor that can be self-hosted.
3
Vikunja
vikunja.ioAlso covers task management
Vikunja is open-source task management with lists, Kanban boards, and Gantt charts, available to self-host or use as a hosted service.
4
LifeAt
lifeat.ioAlso covers task management
LifeAt combines focus music, task lists, a Pomodoro timer, virtual spaces, coworking, and meditation tools.
5
SuperList
superlist.comAlso covers task management
Superlist organizes work and personal tasks with to-do lists, notes, and projects across Mac, web, iOS, and Android.
6
Also covers docker and open source
This Markdown editor provides live preview, diagrams, LaTeX, syntax highlighting, PDF export, and multi-tab support.
7
MTEB Leaderboard
huggingface.co/spaces/mteb/leaderboardAlso covers docker
The MTEB leaderboard compares embedding models across tasks such as retrieval and language evaluation, with scores filterable by task or category.
8
Also covers open source
Kompad supports note-taking with file organization, folders, tags, word counts, and theme customization.
9
Domino
kool.tools/dominoDomino arranges cards spatially to create an essay, mind map, or collage, with options to import, export, and publish boards.
10
Also covers open source
Super Productivity combines task lists with timeboxing, time tracking, and integrations for Jira, GitLab, GitHub, and OpenProject.
11
Also covers open source
Read Markdown files in the command line with Glow, which renders the formatted document in the terminal.
12
Also covers open source
Markdown files can be created and edited with FlutterMarkdownEditor, including files opened from a device explorer.
13
Also covers open source
Docs to Markdown converts Google Docs documents to Markdown or HTML through a Google Workspace add-on.
14
Also covers open source
MarkD provides live Markdown editing in a browser for writing and previewing documents.
15
Also covers open source
Tangent supports local note writing and knowledge management using wiki links and customized Markdown.
16
Also covers open source
markmap visualizes Markdown as mind maps, with integrations listed for several editors.
17
Also covers open source
Edit Markdown in Markpad, a Notepad-style application available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
18
Also covers open source
This local-first web office edits Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files in the browser using WebAssembly.
19
Also covers open source
Tad provides a desktop interface for viewing and analyzing tabular data files.
20
Also covers open source
Fastedit supports text editing across multiple documents in a Windows application written in C#.
21
Also covers open source
Freeplane supports mind mapping, knowledge management, and project planning for organizing and communicating ideas.
22
Also covers open source
dooit-extras provides utilities for customizing the dooit terminal to-do manager.
23
Also covers open source
NotepadNext reimplements Notepad++ for multiple platforms, and its project notes warn about bugs and incomplete features.
24
Also covers open source
Convert images to ASCII or Braille art from the command line with this cross-platform tool.
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What is the best alternative to Tasks?
Based on features, tags and platforms, the closest alternatives to Tasks are Rustpad, HedgeDoc, and Vikunja.
Are there open-source alternatives to Tasks?
Yes: Rustpad, Markdown Viewer, Kompad, and Super Productivity.
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