NotePlan vs Things

NotePlan

Productivity

Markdown-based daily planner for Mac and iOS.

NotePlan combines a calendar, task list, and Markdown notes in one app — built by a solo developer, beloved by GTD enthusiasts.

Founder

Eduard Metzger

Founded

2018

Team

1-10

Listing

Free (nofollow)

Listed

May 2026

Things

Productivity

An award-winning personal task manager.

Things is a beloved, beautifully designed task manager for Mac, iPad, and iPhone with a focus on calm, deliberate planning.

Founder

Werner Jainek

Founded

1997

Team

11-50

Listing

Free (nofollow)

Listed

May 2026