WhatsNext task manager vs Timeline
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
WhatsNext task manager
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WhatsNext is a beautifully simple task manager designed around one question: what should you do next? Unlike complex todo apps that overwhelm you with features, WhatsNext uses just two lists: NEXT — Tasks that need your attention now LATER — Tasks scheduled for a future date HOW IT WORKS Add a task and it goes straight to your Next list. Need to defer something? Snooze it to Later with a specific date. When that date arrives, the task automatically moves back to Next. Type naturally — "Call mom tomorrow" or "Submit report next Friday" — and WhatsNext understands. It extracts dates from your text so you can capture tasks in seconds. KEY FEATURES • Two-list simplicity — No folders, tags, or priorities to manage • Natural language dates — Just type "tomorrow" or "next week" • Automatic promotion — Snoozed tasks return to Next when due • Recurring tasks — Set monthly or annual repeats for regular commitments • Cloud sync — Sign in with Google to sync across devices • Daily digest — Optional morning notification with your Next tasks • Quick capture — macOS menu bar access for instant task entry • Glassmorphic design — Clean, modern interface that stays out of your way PERFECT FOR • People overwhelmed by complex task managers • Anyone who wants a clear answer to "what's next?" • Those who think in terms of "now" vs "not yet" WhatsNext respects your focus. No badges. No overdue guilt. Just a clear list of what needs your attention right now.
Timeline
This app combines scheduling, availability sharing, and booking into a private, device-first platform. Plan your day, week, and routines with flexible reminders and a home screen widget. Syncing is optional, and your data stays on your device by default.
- Device-first and private planning
- Optional syncing and offline use
- Import and manage multiple calendars
- Recurring events and multiple reminders
- Day, Week, and Month views
- Home Screen widget
- Optional account features for booking and sync
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Timeline brings planning, availability sharing, and booking together in one private place. It syncs only when you choose to. Plan your day, your week, and your recurring routines in one calm view. Add Actions, Meetings, Events, and Reminders, then stay ahead with flexible notifications and a Home Screen widget that always shows what's next. DEVICE-FIRST & PRIVATE • Your events live on your device by default. No account is needed to get started. • Fully usable offline. Syncing is optional and only happens after you sign in. CALENDARS THAT WORK TOGETHER • Import selected Apple Calendars and keep imported events refreshed. • When allowed, mirror edits or deletions of Apple-origin imported events back to Apple Calendar. • Subscribe to .ics feeds or import .ics files. PLAN WITH CONFIDENCE • Recurring events with daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly patterns. • Multiple reminders per event, with per-event overrides. • Day, Week, and Month views built for quick scanning. • A Home Screen widget for your next event and the day ahead. OPTIONAL ACCOUNT FEATURES • Sign in for your public Time Signature, booking page, and booking requests. Members can also sync their full calendar across devices and Timeline web. • See event weather for confirmed physical venues without sharing your device location. • Turn on Sealed Sync to encrypt supported titles, notes, and details on your device before they leave it. Timeline keeps planning simple, private, and entirely in your control. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://glassworkspace.com/timeline/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: WhatsNext task manager at none against Timeline's 2. Timeline's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 11 days) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.5). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. Timeline sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. WhatsNext task manager asks for nothing beyond the download.
WhatsNext task manager ships an update every 11 days, Timeline every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | WhatsNext task manager | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alistair Pott | Marlowe Emrys LLC |
In-app purchases
WhatsNext task manager
No in-app purchases
Timeline
- Plus$9.991 Month
- Member$24.991 Month









