Comparison

Dalo Task Manager vs Task Flow

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Dalo Task Manager

This task manager helps overcome procrastination by leveraging a unique method that focuses on doing what you want to do now. It allows you to select tasks that stand out and work on them in small, manageable steps without pressure.

Highlights
  • Long-list task management
  • Psychological productivity method
  • Minimalistic interface
  • Duplicate tasks
  • Automatic archiving
  • Schedule tasks for later
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Dalo is a long-list task manager. It was created to help you take full advantage of one of the most effective productivity methods invented by Mark Forster. The beauty of Mr. Forster’s method lies in the combination of how simple it is to use and how well it uses certain aspects of our psychology to make us more productive. THE ISSUE Sometimes we get mental resistance towards working on tasks that seem time-consuming, tedious or difficult. This resistance makes us try to avoid doing this work until the very last moment. Or we don't even make an attempt, leaving stale tasks in our to-do lists. We may well have sorted our tasks by priority or due dates, grouped them into projects, but if we are not psychologically ready to actually do the task that’s in front of us, it may be all for nothing. So, how to avoid this resistance or how to be psychologically ready for the time-consuming, tedious or difficult tasks? THE SOLUTION Trust yourself that you subconsciously already know what needs to be worked on. Then rely on your subconsciousness and select the tasks from your list which stick out for you. Find one that you actually want to do now and start there. Only do as much work as you want on each selected task. You don’t have to finish it in one go. These simple principles can help eliminate procrastination as there is no pressure to finish or to work for too long. Even the smallest step will do. THE METHOD • Write all your tasks into one long list • Scan the list and select the tasks that stick out (Helper question: What do I want to do more than the previous task I selected?) • When you find the task that you want to do now, start working on the selected tasks from the end (last selected = first to do) • Only do as much work as you want on each task If the task is not finished, complete a step, another step is added to the end of the list Make a new selection, repeat 
(Any new tasks are added to the end of the list) FEATURES • Automatically adds new steps, where needed • Pages mimicking the original paper-based method • Minimalistic interface, focusing on speed and efficiency • Conveniently duplicate tasks (when need to copy part of title or information in notes across) • Automatic archiving of completed pages • Schedule tasks for later (not part of the original method, but sometimes convenient nevertheless) PREMIUM FEATURES • Sync via iCloud with your Macs*, or other iPhones or iPads • Lists to divide tasks into separate contexts (such as work, personal, errands) • No ads * (coming soon: Projects) *a separate MacOS app purchase required for Macs

About

Task Flow

This app is a comprehensive task manager and planner that helps you organize, plan, and track your tasks and projects. It offers versatile prioritization, multi-project integration, a focus timer, and customizable project visualizations to boost productivity and ensure deadlines are met.

Highlights
  • Versatile prioritization
  • Multi-project integration
  • Focus Timer
  • Project visualization (lists/Kanban)
  • Detailed task information
  • Home screen widgets
Features
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Featured on the App Store: "The Best Apps for iOS 18", "Essential Productivity Apps", "Hot Apps", and more. Featured in the Media: "Task Flow focuses you on all upcoming tasks." - iPhoneBlog.de "Task Flow: The Ultimate app to stop hoarding tasks." - The Web App Market "My Task Flow gives you a beautiful overview of the tasks you need to tackle on next." - Creativerly Proudly created in Canada. Boost Your Productivity with Task Flow: To-Do & Reminders Task Flow is more than just a to-do list; it's a comprehensive task manager and planner designed to transform your good intentions into achievements. Whether you prefer a straightforward checklist approach or a full-fledged task management system, Task Flow adapts to your style. Organize, Plan, and Track with Ease Seamlessly organize and track your tasks, whether they're daily errands or part of larger projects. Task Flow's unique time-based view and customizable structures cater to how you work, ensuring your to-do list is always relevant and organized. Key Features of Task Flow: - Versatile Prioritization: Discover numerous ways to structure and prioritize tasks without losing sight of their project affiliations. Use Task Flow's dynamic 'My Task Flow' feature to focus on imminent tasks across all projects, ensuring no deadline is missed. - Multi-Project Integration: Easily link a single task, like 'buy car sweets', to multiple projects like 'Groceries' and 'Vacation', keeping you organized and efficient. Completion in one project marks it done everywhere. - Focus Timer: Boost your concentration with our Focus Timer. Set dedicated work periods and breaks to maintain productivity and avoid burnout. Extend timers for task completion and leverage the continuous option for uninterrupted work sessions. - Project Visualization: Visualize your projects your way – as simple lists or dynamic Kanban boards. Personalize with custom icons and colors to make each project uniquely yours. - Comprehensive Task Details: Enhance each task with subtasks, priorities, notes, and attachments for a detailed, organized approach. Highlight critical tasks within a project with elevated priorities. - Effortless Task Access with Widgets: Interact with your tasks directly from your iPhone and iPad Home screen. View and add tasks conveniently through our intuitive widgets. Task Flow is the ultimate organizer and tracker for anyone looking to master their to-do list, manage their day efficiently, and keep track of tasks in a GTD (Getting Things Done) manner. Whether you're planning daily tasks or tracking progress in various projects, Task Flow is your go-to app for staying organized and productive. Unlike some of the many task managers for iPhone, iPad, and Mac, Task Flow is under active development and continues to grow with each new update. You can learn more at https://taskflowapp.com Website: https://taskflowapp.com Privacy Policy: https://taskflowapp.com/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://taskflowapp.com/terms-of-use/

Screenshots

Dalo Task Manager4 screens
Task Flow4 screens

Verdict

The call

Dalo Task Manager and Task Flow both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Dalo Task Manager's written reviews are positive against 78% of Task Flow's. Dalo Task Manager also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). Task Flow's advantage is ratings volume (332 vs 13). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Dalo Task Manager sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Task Flow sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Dalo Task Manager against 4.7 for Task Flow. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Task Flow has 332 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Dalo Task Manager's written reviews are positive against 78% of Task Flow's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dalo Task Manager ships an update every 3 weeks, Task Flow monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Dalo Task Manager versus Task Flow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDalo Task ManagerTask Flow
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (13 ratings) — better4.7 (332 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better78.2% of reviews
Number of ratings13332 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB138 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNishco LtdVladimir Butko

Customer experience

Dalo Task Manager

All ratings13 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Task Flow

All ratings332 ratings
Positive92.2%
Neutral3.0%
Negative4.8%
Written reviews87 reviews
Positive78.2%
Neutral10.3%
Negative11.5%

Bugs and requests

Dalo Task Manager

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Task Flow

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Dragging tasks can create unintended subtasks
  • Popup windows appearing behind the app
  • App icon image reverting unexpectedly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Apple Watch app
  • Improved task sorting and scheduling
  • Better project management features (subfolders, archiving)
  • Customizable quotes and theming
  • Clickable links in notes

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Dalo Task Manager

One-time10
  • Free TrialFree
  • Gold to Platinum$0.99
  • Silver to Gold$1.99
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  • Kind Tip$1.99
  • Silver to Platinum$2.99
  • Silver Premium$3.99
  • Generous Tip$4.99
  • Gold Premium$5.99
  • Amazing Tip$7.99
  • Premium Features$8.99
3 purchases

Task Flow

Subscriptions2
  • Task Flow+ Monthly (1 Month)$2.991 Month
  • Task Flow+ Annual (1 Year)14 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Task Flow+ Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is Dalo Task Manager free?
Dalo Task Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Task Flow free?
Task Flow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Dalo Task Manager or Task Flow?
Dalo Task Manager is rated higher. Dalo Task Manager averages 4.8 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Task Flow averages 4.7 from 332 ratings.
Do Dalo Task Manager or Task Flow have ads?
Neither Dalo Task Manager nor Task Flow shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dalo Task Manager or Task Flow?
Dalo Task Manager ships an update every 3 weeks, and Task Flow monthly. Most recently, Dalo Task Manager was updated on September 16, 2026 and Task Flow on September 28, 2026.

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