Comparison

2Do Legacy Edition vs Bento

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

Head to head
About

2Do Legacy Edition

This app offers a flexible and powerful way to manage your tasks, checklists, and projects. It adapts to your workflow with a simple interface, allowing you to organize and prioritize what matters most. Features include custom lists, smart lists, and batch editing.

Highlights
  • Create simple tasks, checklists, and projects
  • Multiple alarms and flexible repeating options
  • Organize tasks with lists, groups, and smart lists
  • Password protection for app or individual lists
  • Batch editing and task sharing
  • Sync across devices via Dropbox, CalDAV, and more
  • Email to task integration
Features
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IMPORTANT - 2Do v4 is here. You are looking at the old, legacy version of 2Do. Please visit: https://apps.apple.com/app/2do-todos-tasks-notes/id1470214600 "2Do adapts to my needs, not the other way around. 2Do gets me."- Macstories 2Do lets you take a completely different approach to managing your tasks. With its extremely simple-to-use interface and a comprehensive and flexible set of powerful features, it lets you focus on what's most important to you: your life. There is no wrong way of using 2Do, and unlike other to-do apps, it won't force you in adhering to a particular task management methodology. AWARDS • Macstories: App of the Year 2015 • Apple - App of the week, June 2015 • Apple - Mac App Store “Best of 2013” • “Best App Ever Awards” Winner • Cult Of Mac - 5/5 • Gizmodo "Best app for forgetful people" - Gold Medal PLUGINS: Email to 2Do: Optional plugin that allows you to integrate your email address directly with 2Do, thus allowing you to email yourself tasks from anywhere. You can even use automation, such as IFTTT, to add reminders to your list. SYNC • Stay in sync using one of the following: Dropbox, Reminders (CalDAV), Toodledo, Fruux (CalDAV), Calendar Server (CalDAV), ownCloud (CalDAV), SabreDAV (CalDAV) or a 3rd party CalDAV Server of choice. • Using Reminders CalDAV sync enables Siri • Periodic automatic backups are created for you (compatible with 2Do for Mac) for a rainy day. • Automatic Push sync between devices SIMPLE TASKS, CHECKLISTS & PROJECTS • Create simple tasks, or checklists and projects with sub-tasks. Tasks can have notes, attachments and multiple alarms. • Set any task to repeat using a flexible set of options. • Assign multiple alerts / reminders PASSWORD PROTECTION • Set a lock to the whole app or individual lists LIST GROUPS, LISTS, INBOX & SMART LISTS • In addition to built-in Focus lists that allow you to conveniently view upcoming, starred or scheduled tasks, you can create multiple lists to manage and organize your tasks. • Built-in support for GTD Inbox • Smart lists let you harness the true potential of 2Do using a number of search options, filters and search pre-sets. Using Smart Lists, you can create custom views of your tasks and use them to focus-in or find frequently managed tasks. 
 PINCH ZOOMING • Control the amount of information you wish to see with a simple pinch-to-zoom gesture, from single line titles to multiple lines of titles, notes and tags.
 BATCH EDITING & SHARING • Drag & Drop support to move tasks between lists or drop on calendar to defer • Batch tagging, starring, marking tasks done and more • Task Sharing via AirDrop, iMessage and Email REIMAGINED TASK EDITOR & QUICK ADD • With focus on switching between editors effortlessly using a single tap only, you’ll save dozens of taps and swipes when editing your tasks. • Save your thoughts as they come to you, by using Quick Add (Tap-hold on [+]) • X-callback-url support TAGS • Manage tags from a dedicated Tags Panel • Organize your tags within groups • Leverage the powerful integration of Tags & Smart Lists to filter on frequently managed tasks. 
• Find Used vs. Unused tags YOUR TASKS UNLIMITED • Set a Start Date to hide tasks from a list before they're relevant and add Duration to put an estimate on the amount of time you’ll be spending on your task • Add an action to call, write an email or trigger a URL Scheme right from 2Do • Attach an image or a voice note to your tasks • Customizations for time management • Use as an events / party planner, or an effective birthday reminder • Desktop-class Task Manager ALERTS • Attach multiple alerts to each task • Attach locations to tasks and get nearby alerts as you approach assigned locations DESKTOP-CLASS IPAD APP • Everything from Tasks to Calendar Events - all managed from the same screen. • Manage calendar events and schedules • Split-screen support • Keyboard shortcuts

About

Bento

This app offers a calm focus timer designed to enhance productivity for work and study. It utilizes Japanese-inspired themes and a distraction-free interface to help users achieve deep work states, manage tasks, and improve focus patterns with insightful analytics.

Highlights
  • Aesthetic Japanese focus scenes
  • Task limitation for reduced overload
  • Deep focus mode to block distractions
  • Customizable daily routines
  • Focus score and analytics
  • Focus booster for momentum
Features
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Stop getting overwhelmed with long to-do lists. Used by 50,000+ productivity enthusiasts. Bento is not a to-do list app. It's a focus companion. We believe in doing less, and finishing more. Using the calming Japanese themes, stay focused and get things done by packing your focus box. Your focus box is limited to up to 3 tasks. The goal is getting the right things done, not everything. Popular with ADHD, everyday users struggling with to-do list apps and overwhelmed individuals who need better focus. Start your first focus timer today! Bento Features - Aesthetic Timer: Our Japanese focus scenes are designed for calm and minimalism. - Focused Productivity: Limit your focus to up to 3 tasks to help reduce overload and burnout. - Deep Focus Mode: Block distractions, enter deep work states and stay focused with intention. - Custom Routines: Start a daily custom routine from your morning routine to deep focus start. - Focus Booster: Build momentum with your focus & stay engaged as you work. ADHD is one of our most popular use cases. Helping you to beat task paralysis, support better focus & deep work. Use Cases - Study Timer: Perfect for revision and exam preparation. The ultimate timer for study. - Work Timer: Enter flow states at work by embracing the focus box, focus score & scenes. - Reducing Burnout: Stop overwhelm by using a calm, low stimulation timer like Bento Focus. - Neurodiverse Focus: This focus timer is ADHD friendly and popular with the neurodivergent community. - Pomodoro Lovers: Bento focuses works as a pomodoro timer for entering cycles of focus. Plus focus badges, app icons, new themes released monthly, focus achievements and unique Japanese focus scenes. Bento is for everyone who wants to stay focused and reduce distractions. FREE TRIAL & PRICING Start a free trial for Premium for full features. Free version includes: 1 theme, timer mode. Auto-renewal can be canceled anytime via Apple settings. PRIVACY & TERMS: https://www.bentofocus.com/privacy https://www.bentofocus.com/terms SEND US FEEDBACK: https://www.bentofocus.com/feedback

Screenshots

2Do Legacy Edition4 screens
Bento4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Bento at Free against 2Do Legacy Edition's $9.99. Bento also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). 2Do Legacy Edition's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.1) and review sentiment (83% vs 54%). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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

Bento is free to download; 2Do Legacy Edition costs $9.99 up front. 2Do Legacy Edition sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Bento sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

2Do Legacy Edition holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 2Do Legacy Edition has 3.7K ratings behind it against 326, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of 2Do Legacy Edition's written reviews are positive against 54% of Bento's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

2Do Legacy Edition ships an update every 3 weeks, Bento weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
2Do Legacy Edition versus Bento: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter2Do Legacy EditionBento
Price$9.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (3.7K ratings) — better4.1 (326 ratings)
Positive reviews82.7% of reviews — better53.8% of reviews
Number of ratings3.7K — better326
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size96 MB117 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBeehive Innovations ServicesKeep Productive Ltd

Customer experience

2Do Legacy Edition

All ratings3,722 ratings
Positive93.1%
Neutral2.8%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews2,029 reviews
Positive82.7%
Neutral6.6%
Negative10.7%

Bento

All ratings326 ratings
Positive75.5%
Neutral7.4%
Negative17.2%
Written reviews117 reviews
Positive53.8%
Neutral14.5%
Negative31.6%

User reviews

2Do Legacy Edition

From 3.7K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Excellent task management
  • 👍 Highly customizable
  • 🚀 Seamless sync across devices
  • 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
  • 🚀 Powerful features

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional sync issues
  • 🐛 Confusing interface for beginners
  • 🐛 Dated UI design
  • 🐛 Lack of native calendar integration
  • 🐛 Unreliable notifications

Bento

From 326 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Helps focus on important tasks
  • 🎨 Beautiful and calming design
  • 🕰️ Useful Pomodoro-style timer
  • 📚 Bento methodology is insightful
  • 👍 Simple and easy to use

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App freezes and crashes frequently
  • 🔋 Drains battery quickly
  • 💰 Paid app now requires subscription
  • 🔇 Limited music/sound options
  • 🤔 Confusing or unintuitive UI

Bugs and requests

2Do Legacy Edition

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes after recent update
  • Repeating tasks not working correctly
  • Unable to add new tasks in some cases
  • Sync issues between devices

Requested features

6 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Native calendar integration
  • Improved Apple Watch support
  • Easier task prioritization
  • Better email integration
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  • Shared task lists

Bento

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Titles randomly deleted
  • Timer stops working unexpectedly
  • Switching themes doesn't work
  • Accessibility issues

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more music/sound options
  • Implement a widget for quick access
  • Allow customization of Bento templates
  • Sync tasks across devices
  • Add an Apple Watch app

In-app purchases

3 purchases

2Do Legacy Edition

One-time3
  • Email to 2Do Plus$1.99
  • Email to 2Do$1.99
  • Email to 2Do$3.99
4 purchases

Bento

Subscriptions4
  • Bento Premium - Monthly3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Bento Premium - Annually1 Year trial$9.991 Year
  • Bento Premium - Quarterly7 Days trial$12.993 Months
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  • Bento Premium - Semiannual7 Days trial$19.996 Months

Questions

Is 2Do Legacy Edition free?
2Do Legacy Edition costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Bento free?
Bento is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 2Do Legacy Edition or Bento?
2Do Legacy Edition is rated higher. 2Do Legacy Edition averages 4.7 out of 5 from 3.7K ratings, while Bento averages 4.1 from 326 ratings.
Do 2Do Legacy Edition or Bento have ads?
Neither 2Do Legacy Edition nor Bento shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 2Do Legacy Edition or Bento?
2Do Legacy Edition ships an update every 3 weeks, and Bento weekly. Most recently, 2Do Legacy Edition was updated on October 1, 2026 and Bento on September 30, 2026.

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