OmniFocus

OmniFocus

The heavyweight GTD task manager for Apple devices, with custom perspectives.

PaidiPhoneMacWeb

PriceOne-time licence from about $75, or about $10/month; free trial

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Our verdict

The deep end for Apple users who run their life on GTD and want total control. Expensive and Apple-focused, with a real learning curve.

Good

Custom perspectives and Forecast view
Projects, tags and dates in depth
Buy once or subscribe

Not so good

Steep learning curve
Apple only, plus web for licence holders

Best for

power usersApple users

Where OmniFocus shows up

Top 3

The 3 best GTD apps for Getting Things Done

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