# Open-source alternatives to Todoist

> Open-source alternatives to Todoist that run locally, allow commercial use and need no paid API include Kanboard (Kanban task boards; MIT). None of the 2 projects we track covers all 3 Todoist jobs, so most people combine two or more.

Todoist: Todoist offers paid personal and team task management. These alternatives cover tasks and visual boards, with different reminders, calendar connections and team controls. Pricing: See pricing page (checked 2026-10-16). Facts checked 2026-10-15.

## Projects

| Project | Jobs | Runs locally | Commercial use | Paid services | Hardware |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Kanboard](https://repoquarry.dev/projects/kanboard) | kanban-boards | Self-hosted PHP web app | Yes, MIT | None required; no paid edition found | Not documented |
| [Vikunja](https://repoquarry.dev/projects/vikunja) | kanban-boards, calendar-timeline-views, task-management, roadmaps-gantt | Single binary or Docker container on your own machine or server; hosted cloud optional | Yes; AGPL conditions apply; company admin features are in paid Pro | None required; Vikunja Pro and hosted Vikunja Cloud are optional | Not documented |

## Common questions

### Is there a free, open-source alternative to Todoist?

Yes. Kanboard and Vikunja are free to download and run on your own computer without paid API keys. Each covers only part of what Todoist does, so check which job you need.

### Can I do tasks, assignees and deadlines locally without a Todoist subscription?

Yes, with Vikunja (AGPL-3.0-or-later). Check the hardware notes and licence conditions on each page before you start.

### Can I do Kanban task boards locally without a Todoist subscription?

Yes, with Kanboard (MIT) and Vikunja (AGPL-3.0-or-later). Check the hardware notes and licence conditions on each page before you start.

### Which Todoist alternatives can I use commercially?

Confirmed: Kanboard. With conditions: Vikunja. This is not legal advice; read each licence.

### Does any open-source project replace all of Todoist?

Not as of 2026-10-15. Tasks, assignees and deadlines, Kanban task boards and task reminders are covered by different projects.

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