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OmniFocus
From $9.99/mo · ranked #19 of 21
★ 4.0 / 5 · 326 user reviews
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51
SoftwareScore · ranked #19
A rigorous GTD task manager for Apple users with powerful perspectives and automation, local-first with TaskPaper export, no real collaboration.
Value (price vs capability) 4
Ease of use 5
Power & automation 9
Collaboration 2
Views & planning 6
Cross-platform & capture 4
Data ownership / export 6
OmniFocus pros and cons
Pros
- Rigorous GTD engine: perspectives, defer dates, review
- Local-first with TaskPaper export
- Powerful automation on Apple devices
Cons
- Apple-only
- Steep learning curve
- No real collaboration
Best for Apple users committed to a serious GTD workflow.
Skip it if you are on Windows or Android, or want something simple.
On the SoftwareScore, OmniFocus is strongest on Power & automation (9/10) and weakest on Collaboration (2/10). That's what drives its 51/100.
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