Microsoft To Do feels like it was designed by committee — clean interface, Microsoft integration, but zero team collaboration. TaskLoco takes the opposite approach: sticky notes that actually work for teams, with file attachments and real-time sharing built in.
The choice comes down to whether you need real team features or just want free individual task management. Microsoft To Do excels at personal productivity within Office 365. TaskLoco excels at team productivity with files, sharing, and cross-platform sync.
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 Microsoft To Do
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
Team Collaboration: TaskLoco Wins by Default
Microsoft To Do has shared lists, but they're barely functional for real teamwork. No file attachments, no real-time updates, no email notifications when teammates add tasks. It feels like an afterthought.
TaskLoco Premium includes actual team features: shared notes with real-time sync, file attachments (10GB included), email notifications when teammates update shared items, and calendar integration that works across the whole team.
If your team needs to share files with tasks or get notified when work updates, Microsoft To Do simply can't do it. TaskLoco was built for this from day one.
File Management: TaskLoco Has It, Microsoft To Do Doesn't
This is where Microsoft To Do falls completely flat. You cannot attach files to tasks. Period. Want to attach a contract to a deadline reminder? Impossible. Need to share a design file with your team task? Can't be done.
TaskLoco Premium includes 10GB of file storage with every subscription. Attach PDFs, images, documents, spreadsheets — anything under 25MB per file. Files sync with the task across all devices and team members instantly.
For teams that work with actual files — contracts, designs, invoices, presentations — Microsoft To Do is unusable. TaskLoco treats files as a core feature, not an afterthought.
Cross-Platform Reality Check
Microsoft To Do works great if you live entirely in Microsoft land — Windows, Office 365, Outlook integration. But it's mediocre everywhere else. The web app feels clunky, mobile apps are basic, and there's no Chrome extension.
TaskLoco works everywhere: native iPhone and Android apps, full web app, Chrome extension for one-click webpage capture. TaskLoco Lite even works completely offline with no account required — perfect for quick notes when traveling.
Microsoft To Do also requires a Microsoft account and internet connection for everything. TaskLoco Lite stores 20 notes locally on your device with zero sign-in required.
Pricing: Free vs Purpose-Built
Microsoft To Do is completely free, but you get what you pay for. No file attachments, basic sharing, no real team features, requires Microsoft account.
TaskLoco offers three tiers: Lite (free, 20 notes, works offline), Lite Plus+ (free, 30 notes, synced), and Premium. Premium includes everything teams actually need: unlimited notes, 10GB file storage, team sharing, reminders, calendar integration.
If you're an individual who already uses Microsoft services, To Do makes sense. If you're a team that needs file attachments and real collaboration, TaskLoco is worth the investment.
The Honest Comparison
| Feature | TaskLoco | Microsoft To Do |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Two free tiers — Lite (20 notes, offline) and Lite Plus+ (30 notes, synced) FREE | Completely free with Microsoft account |
| File attachments | 10GB included with Premium, up to 25MB per file | None — cannot attach files to tasks |
| 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. | Basic shared lists, no real-time updates |
| Offline access | TaskLoco Lite works completely offline, no account required FREE | Requires internet connection and Microsoft account |
| Chrome extension | One-click webpage capture to tasks FREE | No browser extension available |
| Calendar integration | Built-in calendar view with Premium | Integrates with Outlook calendar |
| Mobile apps | Native iPhone and Android apps | Native iPhone and Android apps |
| Web app | Full-featured web application | Web app available |
| Reminders | Built-in with Premium, optional SMS add-on | Built-in reminders and notifications |
| Microsoft integration | None — works independently | Deep Outlook, Teams, Office 365 integration |
| Account requirement | TaskLoco Lite needs no account, Premium requires Google sign-in FREE | Requires Microsoft account for all features |
| Cross-device sync | Lite Plus+ and Premium sync across all devices | Syncs across Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, web |
| Task organization | Sticky note wall with search and filtering | Lists and groups with My Day view |
| Subtasks | Not supported — tasks are individual notes | Full subtask support with steps |
| Due dates | Built-in with reminders in Premium | Built-in due dates with reminders |
| Email notifications | Team sharing updates with Premium | Basic email notifications |
| Search functionality | Full-text search across notes and file attachments | Search tasks and lists |
| Recurring tasks | Not supported | Full recurring task support |
| Dark mode | Available on all platforms | Available on all platforms |
| Enterprise features | None — focused on small teams | Microsoft 365 enterprise integration |
Who Should Use Each
Use TaskLoco if…
- You need file attachments with your tasks and reminders
- Your team wants real-time collaboration without Microsoft accounts
- You want one simple subscription per person with no enterprise complexity
- You need offline access without requiring any sign-in
- You want a Chrome extension to capture webpages as tasks
Use Microsoft To Do if…
- You already use Microsoft Office 365 or Outlook heavily
- You want completely free task management for personal use
- You need deep integration with Microsoft Teams and calendar
- You prefer the traditional list-based task organization
- You need recurring tasks and subtask organization
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is TaskLoco better than Microsoft To Do for teams?
Yes, if you need file attachments and real collaboration. TaskLoco includes 10GB file storage, real-time team sharing, and email notifications. Microsoft To Do has basic shared lists but no file attachments.
Can I use TaskLoco without an internet connection?
Yes. TaskLoco Lite works completely offline with no account required — stores up to 20 notes locally on your device. Microsoft To Do requires internet connection and Microsoft account for all features.
Does Microsoft To Do support file attachments?
No. Microsoft To Do cannot attach files to tasks. TaskLoco Premium includes 10GB file storage with support for PDFs, images, documents up to 25MB each.
How much does TaskLoco cost compared to Microsoft To Do?
$9.99/month per person (currently $4.99/month per person for first 500 charter members with code CHARTER50) Microsoft To Do is completely free but lacks file attachments and real team collaboration features.
Which has better Microsoft Office integration?
Microsoft To Do wins here with deep Outlook, Teams, and Office 365 integration. TaskLoco works independently without requiring Microsoft accounts — better for teams using mixed platforms.
Can I capture webpages as tasks?
TaskLoco has a Chrome extension that captures any webpage as a task in one click. Microsoft To Do has no browser extension — you'd need to copy/paste URLs manually.
Does TaskLoco work on mobile devices?
Yes. TaskLoco has native iPhone and Android apps. TaskLoco Lite works offline on mobile with no sign-in required. Microsoft To Do also has mobile apps but requires Microsoft account.
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