Basecamp charges $12 per user per month — minimum $144 annually per person for basic project management. TaskLoco delivers the same team collaboration core (shared notes, file attachments, reminders, real-time sync) for literally half the price.
Both apps center on simplicity over complexity. Both reject the feature bloat that makes tools like Monday.com unusable. But only one charges enterprise prices for straightforward functionality that should cost a fraction of what Basecamp demands.
TaskLoco Premium is regularly $9.99/month per person. Right now, charter members can lock in 50% off the regular price — forever. That means $4.99/month per person today. And if our price ever goes up, you still pay half. Always.
Code CHARTER50 auto-applies at checkout. First 500 spots only — once they're gone, this offer is gone permanently. Act fast while spots last.
Every Premium subscription includes unlimited notes, 10GB file storage, reminders, calendar, and team sharing. Each team member requires a separate subscription. 7-day free trial — no charge until day 8. Cancel anytime.
Free Options: TaskLoco vs Basecamp
TaskLoco Lite
- Native iPhone & Android app
- Completely anonymous — no sign-in
- Data stays on your device
- Up to 20 notes
- Free forever
TaskLoco Lite Plus+
- Web app + Chrome extension
- Sign in with Google
- Wall syncs across all devices
- Up to 30 notes
- Free forever
Pricing Reality Check
Basecamp's pricing structure hits you twice. First, there's the $12/month per user minimum — no discounts for smaller teams, no lower tiers. Second, you're locked into annual billing to avoid even higher monthly rates.
TaskLoco takes the opposite approach. One straightforward price per person. No minimums, no forced annual commitments, no surprise charges when your team grows.
The math is brutal for Basecamp. A five-person team pays $720 annually with Basecamp versus $300 with TaskLoco Premium at charter pricing. That's $420 saved every year — enough to buy everyone new laptops.
Team Features Head-to-Head
Basecamp built its reputation on making team collaboration simple. Shared to-do lists, file attachments, group messaging, automatic check-ins. TaskLoco Premium delivers identical functionality with one key difference — it doesn't cost $144 per person annually.
Both apps sync instantly across devices. Both send email notifications when teammates update shared items. Both let you attach files directly to tasks and notes.
Where Basecamp adds complexity through campfire chat rooms and automatic questionnaires, TaskLoco keeps it pure: notes, tasks, files, reminders. Same collaboration power, less interface noise.
What You Actually Miss
Basecamp offers automatic check-ins, campfire group chat, and client access portals. If your team lives in these features daily, Basecamp might justify its premium pricing.
TaskLoco focuses purely on the core: tasks, notes, files, reminders, team sharing. No built-in chat rooms, no client portals, no automatic questionnaire workflows.
TaskLoco also lacks Basecamp's project templates and advanced reporting. But honestly — how often do you actually use those features versus basic shared task lists and file attachments?
Free Trials and Getting Started
Basecamp offers a 30-day free trial, then locks you into their $12/month per user pricing with no escape routes or lower tiers.
TaskLoco gives you two free options before you ever pay anything: TaskLoco Lite (completely free, 20 notes, works offline, no account required) and TaskLoco Lite Plus+ (free with Google sign-in, 30 synced notes across devices).
Premium comes with a 7-day trial — no charge until day 8, cancel anytime. No annual commitments, no minimum team sizes, no surprise billing.
The Honest Comparison
| Feature | TaskLoco | Basecamp |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Two free options: Lite (20 notes, offline) and Lite Plus+ (30 notes, synced) FREE | 30-day trial only, then $12/month minimum |
| Pricing per person | $9.99/month per person (currently $4.99/month per person for first 500 charter members with code CHARTER50) | $12/month per user (annual billing) |
| Minimum team size | No minimum — pay for exactly who you need | No minimum but no volume discounts |
| File attachments | 10GB storage included per person | 500GB total team storage included |
| Mobile apps | Native iPhone and Android apps | Native iPhone and Android apps |
| Real-time sync | Instant sync across all devices | Instant sync across all devices |
| Team sharing | Yes — included with Premium. Each team member requires a separate subscription — currently $9.99/month per person, but TaskLoco is offering a Charter Member special: 50% off for life, currently $4.99/month per person for the first 500 subscribers with code CHARTER50. | Full team collaboration with shared to-dos and docs |
| Email notifications | Email alerts for team updates and reminders | Email alerts for team updates and daily summaries |
| Offline access | TaskLoco Lite works completely offline, no account needed FREE | Limited offline access in mobile apps |
| Calendar view | Built-in calendar for tasks and reminders | Schedule view for projects and deadlines |
| Search functionality | Full-text search across all notes and attachments | Universal search across all projects and messages |
| Chrome extension | One-click webpage capture to notes FREE | No browser extension |
| Group messaging | No built-in chat — focuses on tasks and notes | Campfire group chat rooms included |
| Client access | No client portal features | Client access and external sharing built-in |
| Automatic check-ins | No automated questionnaires | Automatic daily/weekly team check-ins |
| Project templates | No templates — start fresh each time | Project templates and recurring setups |
| Annual billing discount | Month-to-month pricing, no annual lock-in required | Must pay annually for best rates |
| Time tracking | No built-in time tracking | No built-in time tracking |
Who Should Use Each
Use TaskLoco if…
- You want Basecamp's core features without paying enterprise prices
- Your team needs shared tasks, files, and reminders — not chat rooms and client portals
- You prefer month-to-month billing over annual commitments
- You want to try the app completely free before paying anything
Use Basecamp if…
- Your team heavily uses group chat and automatic check-ins daily
- You need client access portals for external stakeholders
- Project templates and recurring workflows are essential to your process
- You're already invested in Basecamp's ecosystem and training
Lock In 50% Off — Forever
7-day free trial. No charge until day 8. CHARTER50 auto-applies at checkout.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is TaskLoco cheaper than Basecamp?
$9.99/month per person (currently $4.99/month per person for first 500 charter members with code CHARTER50)
Does TaskLoco have the same team features as Basecamp?
TaskLoco Premium includes the core team collaboration features: shared notes and tasks, file attachments, real-time sync, email notifications, and calendar view. It lacks Basecamp's group chat, client portals, and automatic check-ins.
Can I try TaskLoco free before paying?
Yes. TaskLoco Lite is completely free (20 notes, works offline, no account required). TaskLoco Lite Plus+ is also free (30 synced notes with Google sign-in). Premium has a 7-day free trial.
Do I need annual billing like Basecamp requires?
No. TaskLoco uses month-to-month pricing with no annual commitments required. Cancel anytime without penalties or long-term contracts.
How much file storage do I get compared to Basecamp?
TaskLoco Premium includes 10GB file storage per person. Basecamp provides 500GB total team storage. For small teams, TaskLoco often provides more practical storage per person.
Does TaskLoco work offline like Basecamp?
TaskLoco Lite works completely offline with no internet required — something Basecamp cannot do. TaskLoco Premium requires internet for team sync, same as Basecamp.
What team features am I missing without Basecamp?
You'll miss Basecamp's group chat (Campfire), client access portals, automatic team check-ins, and project templates. TaskLoco focuses purely on tasks, notes, files, and reminders.
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