SmallTask ToDo vs MicroDo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
SmallTask ToDo
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This to-do app helps you organize your daily life from three perspectives. Flexible categorization with the side menu and tabs Easy-to-read 1-, 2-, or 3-column grid Keep track of your schedule with a lightweight calendar This to-do app is for those who want to categorize and complete tasks for housework, work, and hobbies as they wish. With a focus on simple and smooth operation and limited functionality, it's ideal for managing small daily tasks. [Key Features] - Categories Add up to four categories to the side menu. You can sort, add, and edit them in the side menu or on the category and task group editing screen. You can set an icon for each category. - Task Groups Add an unlimited number of tabs. You can sort, add, and edit them in the category and task group editing screen. You can set a color for each task group. - Tasks Create tasks for each category and task group. You can schedule them and set recurrences. You can complete, add, and edit tasks. You can set the font color. -Grid You can view categories, task groups, and tasks clearly on one screen. You can switch between one, two, and three columns. You can complete, add, and edit tasks. -Calendar A calendar is displayed at the top, and a task list is displayed at the bottom. You can switch between monthly and weekly views. You can complete, add, and edit tasks. -Backup If you have a Google account, you can back up and restore your data to Google Drive. * Some features (hiding ads and creating unlimited categories) require SmallTask Plus, a subscription. It renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Terms of Use: https://dolphin3000.com/smalltask-terms.html Privacy Policy: https://dolphin3000.com/smalltask-policy.html
MicroDo
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Feeling paralyzed by your to-do list? MicroDo transforms overwhelming tasks into small, manageable micro-steps using AI. Designed specifically for ADHD brains, this app helps you focus on just one thing at a time ā so you can finally get things done. Stop staring at your tasks. Start completing them. ----How MicroDo Works---- 1. Add any task that feels too big 2. Tap the AI button to generate micro-steps 3. Focus on one step at a time 4. Complete it. Feel the dopamine. Repeat. It's that simple. No complicated systems. No overwhelming features. Just clear, actionable steps that work with your brain, not against it. ----AI-Powered Features---- Generate Micro-Steps: Enter any task and let AI break it down into small, achievable steps with time estimates. "Clean the kitchen" becomes "Throw away visible trash (5 min)", "Put dishes in sink (10 min)", and more. Smart Task Sorting: Not sure what to do first? AI analyzes your tasks and suggests the optimal order based on priority and context. Note: AI features require a free account. Limited daily generations for free users. ----Focus Mode---- Tap any task to enter Focus Mode ā a distraction-free view that shows only your current step. No clutter. No overwhelm. Just the one thing you need to do right now. Focus Timer: Start a timer for any step. Works in the background with Live Activities on your Lock Screen. Get a gentle vibration when time's up. Progress Tracking: Watch your progress bar fill up as you complete each step. Visual feedback designed to give your brain the reward it craves. ----Built for ADHD Brains---- We understand task paralysis, decision fatigue, and the struggle to start. MicroDo is designed with neurodivergent minds in mind: ⢠One task at a time: No overwhelming lists. Focus on the next micro-step only. ⢠Instant feedback: Haptic feedback and mini celebrations when you complete steps. ⢠Low friction: Add tasks in seconds. No categories, no tags, no setup required. ⢠Visual progress: See exactly how far you've come and how much is left. ⢠Gentle time estimates: Each AI-generated step includes a realistic time estimate to prevent "Time Blindness". ----More Features---- Priorities: Mark tasks as A, B, or C priority with color-coded labels. Drag & Drop: Reorder your steps manually if needed. Cloud Sync: Sign in to sync your tasks across all your devices. Works Offline: Create and manage tasks without internet. ----Who Is MicroDo For?---- ⢠People with ADHD who struggle with task initiation ⢠Anyone who feels overwhelmed by big projects ⢠Procrastinators who need help breaking the cycle ⢠Students managing assignments and deadlines ⢠Professionals juggling multiple responsibilities ⢠Anyone who wants a simpler, calmer way to get things done ----Get Started---- Download MicroDo and turn your overwhelming to-do list into a clear action plan. One micro-step at a time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MicroDo at none against SmallTask ToDo's 2. MicroDo also leads on ads (none vs shown). SmallTask ToDo's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. SmallTask ToDo sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. MicroDo asks for nothing beyond the download.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SmallTask ToDo | MicroDo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No ā better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No ā better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod ā better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 ā better | 18.6 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Shigeki Hirano | Samet Ceylan |
In-app purchases
SmallTask ToDo
- Plus (Monthly)$1.991 Month
- Plus (Yearly)7 Days trial$14.991 Year
MicroDo
No in-app purchases









