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OpenProject is the best open source Todoist alternative for project management

Todoist is a popular web and mobile based to-do list and task management software. It offers a task tracking and sharing features but lacks several important project management functions. OpenProject is the best open source Todoist alternative.

What does OpenProject offer?

OpenProject and Todoist both offer classic project management features. However, OpenProject also allows release management through product roadmaps. You can organize meetings, have an integrated project wiki and manage forums directly within OpenProject. Todoist is only available as a cloud solution and does not offer a self-hosted version. This can be a deal breaker for companies with high security standards. OpenProject is open source and provides self-hosting through the Enterprise edition or a self-hosted free community edition. If you are looking for an open source alternative to Todoist take a look at the following table and learn why OpenProject is the best Todoist alternative.

OpenProject vs. Todoist

Compare both tools side by side and decide for yourself

Features OpenProject Todoist
Open source software
OpenProject
Todoist
Available on-premises
OpenProject
Todoist
Available in the cloud
OpenProject
Todoist
Comprehensive project management features
OpenProject
Todoist
Cost tracking
OpenProject
Todoist
Product roadmap
OpenProject
Todoist
Project wiki
OpenProject
Todoist
Forums
OpenProject
Todoist
Powerful API
OpenProject
Todoist
Single sign-on
OpenProject
Todoist
LDAP integration
OpenProject
Todoist
Data server in EU/Germany
OpenProject
Headquarters in the EU.
Data stored in EU or, upon request, in Germany.
Todoist
Todoist is based in the US.

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Why is OpenProject better than Todoist for project management

If you are especially looking for an open source alternative to Todoist which you can also use self-hosted, take a look at the following advantages and learn why OpenProject is the best Todoist alternative.

We are open source

Todoist is a proprietary software. Therefore, users run the risk of depending solely on the vendor to make code adjustments and implement feature requests. OpenProject is an open source software and as such it can be the more secure and more cost efficient option. It provides absolute transparency and high flexibility. This article on choosing an open source software further elaborates on the advantages over a proprietary solution.

Host your own on-premises edition

OpenProject offers a self-installed version, hosted on your infrastructure with full control over your data. With a powerful API integration and highest security levels, OpenProject allows to comply with the strictest data security regulations and ensures reliability.

No compromises in data protection

If you decide to go with the cloud edition, you can be sure that your data is secure. OpenProject has its headquarters in the EU, is GDPR compliant by default and stores all of the data in the EU. Todoist is a US based company.

Everything from a single source

While Todoist offers a lot of features, many functionalities are only available through integrating external plugins. These external plugins may need to be purchased. OpenProject even offers a free of charge Community edition with the core functionalities.

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You can test the OpenProject Enterprise cloud 14 days for free, or you can get a 14 days free trial license key to upgrade your self-hosted Community edition to the Enterprise on-premises – risk-free without cancellation.

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Enterprise add-on

The OpenProject Enterprise add-ons are part of our Enterprise on-premises and cloud plans. With the upgrade to a paid version, you will support the development and maintenance of the open source project.