# Google Tasks vs HeyConnect

Google Tasks and HeyConnect both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 94% of HeyConnect's written reviews are positive against 66% of Google Tasks's. HeyConnect also leads on iOS requirement (12.4 vs 17.0). Google Tasks's advantage is ratings volume (108K vs 49) and chart position (#84 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Google Tasks against 4.8 for HeyConnect. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Google Tasks has 108K ratings behind it against 49, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 66% of Google Tasks's written reviews are positive against 94% of HeyConnect's.

Google Tasks ships an update weekly, HeyConnect fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 10, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Google Tasks | HeyConnect |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (108K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-tasks-get-things-done/id1353634006/reviews)** | [4.8 (49 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heyconnect/id1644909219/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **108K** | 49 |
| Positive reviews | 65.6% of reviews | **94.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | **#84** | — |
| Size | 173 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **12.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Google](https://appshunter.io/developer/281956209) | [Heygroup LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1600358940) |

## What reviewers say

### Google Tasks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/google-tasks-get-things-done/id1353634006)

**Currently charting:** #84 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

Manage your to-do lists and tasks from any device. Quickly capture new tasks, add details and subtasks, and set due dates with reminders. Integrates seamlessly with Gmail and Google Calendar for efficient workflow.

**Highlights:** Create and manage task lists, View, edit, and manage tasks on the go, Add details and subtasks, Create tasks directly from Gmail, Set due dates and receive notifications, Syncs across all devices

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Integrates well with Google Calendar
- 🚀 Simplistic and clean UI
- 👍 Helpful for organization and productivity
- 👍 Syncs across devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and glitches
- 🔍 Lack of search functionality
- 🔍 Limited customization options
- 🔍 Inability to reorder lists
- 🔍 Inconsistent sync between mobile and desktop

**Reported bugs**

- Recurring tasks not appearing correctly
- Completed tasks not syncing properly
- Notifications not working as expected
- Issues with task reordering and rescheduling

**Requested features**

- Ability to share task lists with others
- Option to set task duration/time block
- Recurring tasks with more flexibility
- Better integration with Google Calendar and Reminders
- Customizable notifications and reminders


### HeyConnect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heyconnect/id1644909219)

This app streamlines community organization and event planning, moving beyond chaotic group chats. It offers advanced tools for scheduling, communication, and decision-making, simplifying management for various groups and clubs.

**Highlights:** Advanced event scheduling, Group, event, and direct messaging, Smart notifications, Polls and availability management, Calendar integration, TidyHQ integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 🗓️ Excellent for event scheduling and calendar management
- 🤝 Great for team and group organization
- 💬 Seamless group messaging and communication
- ✅ Efficient attendance tracking and RSVP

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
- 🔔 Overwhelming notifications
- ⚠️ Login issues and getting locked out
- 📱 Interface can be glitchy

**Reported bugs**

- App logs users out unexpectedly
- Phone number login not working
- Countless bugs and glitchy interface
- Notifications for every member action

**Requested features**

- Improve notification settings to prevent overload
- Enhance login reliability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Google Tasks free?

Google Tasks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is HeyConnect free?

HeyConnect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Google Tasks or HeyConnect?

Google Tasks is rated higher. Google Tasks averages 4.8 out of 5 from 108K ratings, while HeyConnect averages 4.8 from 49 ratings.

### Do Google Tasks or HeyConnect have ads?

Neither Google Tasks nor HeyConnect shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Google Tasks or HeyConnect?

Google Tasks ships an update weekly, and HeyConnect fortnightly. Most recently, Google Tasks was updated on November 10, 2026 and HeyConnect on November 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*