Comparison

Task One vs Just Do Three

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

Head to head
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.

About

Just Do Three

Focus on what truly matters by selecting three key priorities for the day. Once these are completed, the day is considered a success. This app offers a simple, clear, and achievable approach to productivity without overwhelming task management features.

Highlights
  • Select three daily priorities
  • Focus on task completion
  • Track progress and build momentum
  • Schedule tasks up to a week ahead
  • Import tasks from a file
  • Productivity analytics
  • Recurring tasks
Features
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Trying to do everything means finishing nothing. Just Do Three helps you focus on what actually matters today. Instead of managing an overwhelming list of tasks, you choose three priorities for the day. That’s it. When those three things are done, the day is a success. Simple. Clear. Achievable. Just Do Three is designed for people who want a lightweight productivity tool without complicated systems, subscriptions, or endless task management features. How it works • Pick the three most important things you want to accomplish today • Focus on completing those tasks • Track your progress and build momentum Premium Features Upgrade to unlock powerful insights and planning tools: • Schedule tasks up to a week ahead • Import tasks from a file • Day, week, month, and year productivity analytics • Recurring weekly and monthly tasks • Stretch goal tracking • “Most Avoided Tasks” insights • Add tasks from a paper list or photo via OCR. • Add tasks to your iPhone calendar as tasks or calendar entries • Have a "work list" and a "personal list" and track them separately. • Export your list as a csv for use elsewhere. Built for simplicity • No clutter • No complicated productivity systems • No endless lists Just pick three things. And do them.

Screenshots

Task One4 screens
Just Do Three4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Just Do Three at none against Task One's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Task One versus Just Do Three: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTask OneJust Do Three
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRainbow 123Todd Vallie

In-app purchases

None

Task One

No in-app purchases

None

Just Do Three

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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