Comparison

just3things vs Task One

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

Head to head
About

just3things

Features
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JustThreeThings is a refreshingly simple TODO app β€” with one twist: You can only add three things at a time. Why? Because life is overwhelming. ADHD or not, looking at a massive TODO list can feel paralyzing. JustThreeThings invites you to focus β€” not on everything β€” but on just three. Knock those out, then reset the board. Each task you enter is celebrated with encouraging messages and a growing green-light progress bar. Start a task and you’ll choose how much time you want to spend β€” a circular countdown timer helps you stay on track, complete with a full-screen 3…2…1 countdown to get you in the zone. Want a speed boost? Swipe left-to-right and you’re in Speed Run Mode β€” a 5-minute timer launches, perfect for quick wins. As you check off tasks, they light up green with a satisfying checkbox and floating β€œscore points” that drift upward like Mario coin bonuses. You earn points for finishing tasks and for keeping a daily streak. Oh β€” and it works in light and dark mode. And if you’re curious, all your completed TODOs are saved in a history view, so you can look back and feel proud.

About

Task One

Features
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Stop juggling dozens of tasks. Focus on ONE thing that truly matters. Task One is a free minimalist daily focus app that helps you cut through the noise and commit to your most important task each day. Not a list. Not a dozen priorities. Just one. WHY TASK ONE? In a world of endless to-do lists and overwhelming productivity apps, Task One takes a different approach: radical simplicity. Research shows that focusing on one key priority dramatically increases completion rates and reduces decision fatigue. KEY FEATURES ONE Active Task Set your single most important thing for the day. That's it. No overwhelm, no complexity. Streak Tracking Build momentum by completing your daily task consistently. Watch your streak grow day by day. Daily Reminders Get a gentle notification at your chosen time to set your daily focus (customizable or turn off completely). 7-Day History Review your accomplishments from the past week. See what you've completed and stay motivated. Lock Screen Widget Your daily task visible right on your lock screen. Tap to open the app and mark it complete. Celebration Animations Enjoy satisfying animations when you complete your task. Small wins deserve recognition! THE PHILOSOPHY Task One is built on the principle that doing ONE thing well is better than doing many things poorly. Every feature is designed to help you: - Clarify what really matters today - Avoid decision paralysis - Build a consistent habit of focused action - Feel accomplished, not overwhelmed PRIVACY FIRST - All data stored locally on your device - No account required - No cloud syncing or data collection - Your tasks are yours alone FEATURES AT A GLANCE - Simple, beautiful interface - One task per day maximum - Daily streak counter - Customizable reminder notifications - 7-day history view - Lock screen and home screen widgets - Dark mode support - No subscription, no in-app purchases - Ad-supported (small banners, non-intrusive) WHO IS THIS FOR? Task One is perfect for: - Professionals overwhelmed by complex project management tools - Students who need to prioritize daily study goals - Anyone practicing minimalism or intentional living - People who struggle with decision fatigue - Those who want to build consistent daily habits START YOUR STREAK TODAY Download Task One and experience the clarity that comes from committing to just one thing each day. Your most productive self is waiting.

Screenshots

just3things4 screens
Task One4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: just3things at none against Task One's shown. just3things also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). On price and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

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

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 2 level
just3things versus Task One: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterjust3thingsTask One
PriceFreeFree
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size59 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChad AdamsRainbow 123

In-app purchases

None

just3things

No in-app purchases

None

Task One

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is just3things free?
just3things is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Task One free?
Task One is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do just3things or Task One have ads?
Task One shows ads; just3things does not.

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