Introduction
Let’s face it — most of us forget things. A birthday here, a bill there… maybe even dinner plans we definitely agreed to. A good to-do list app can be a lifesaver, and To-Do List – Schedule Planner positions itself as a no-frills, effective way to manage daily tasks, reminders, and long-term plans.
It’s free, easy to use, and comes with a surprising amount of features packed into a simple interface. But while it sounds like the perfect productivity companion, how well does it actually perform when you’re juggling real-life chaos?
What Works Well
Straightforward UI with Personal Touches
The app keeps things simple — which honestly might be its biggest strength. Adding tasks takes just a couple of taps, and you can customize themes, colors, and even switch to a dark mode for late-night planning. It may not be the most modern design out there, but it feels friendly and familiar — sort of like a paper planner, just digital.
Reminders That Actually Remind You
You can set alarms for important tasks, and recurring reminders are available too. So whether it’s a daily medication alert or a weekly team meeting, it’s all covered. It’s worth noting the reminder system seems reliable — which is more than I can say for a few other “free” apps I’ve tried.
Categorization and Prioritization
You can assign categories, set priority levels, and “star” tasks that really matter. This helps keep your list from turning into one big overwhelming pile. Also, subtasks are a nice touch — handy for breaking larger goals (like planning a party or launching a side project) into manageable pieces.
Calendar and Checklist Views
There’s a basic calendar view that helps you visualize tasks across days, weeks, or even months. It’s not as detailed as something like Google Calendar, but for casual use, it does the trick. You can also check your progress on the “Mine” page — kind of a quiet little pat on the back for staying consistent.
Cloud Backup & Wear OS Support
Syncing with Google Drive means your tasks aren’t lost if you switch phones. Plus, Wear OS support is a bonus for smartwatch users — though the feature set there appears to be limited to basic task viewing and alerts.
Handy Home Screen Widgets
The widget feature lets you see and interact with your tasks right from your home screen. You can quickly mark off completed items or add new ones — perfect when you’re on the move or too lazy to open the full app.
A Few Things That Could Be Better
Cluttered Language and UI Labels
The app tries to explain a lot at once, which sometimes leads to awkward grammar or slightly confusing button names. It doesn’t ruin the experience, but it does make things feel a bit clunky at times — especially for first-time users.
Not Ideal for Team or Shared Planning
This is definitely a solo planner. If you’re hoping to share tasks with family, coworkers, or a partner, you’ll have to look elsewhere. No collaboration or syncing with others — just you and your schedule.
Feature Overlap Can Get a Bit Much
With so many features labeled similarly — tasks, categories, subtasks, starred tasks, checklists — some users might wonder where to start. A quick-start tutorial or cleaner layout could really help.
Ads in the Free Version
Not surprising, but worth mentioning: the free version includes ads. They’re not overly intrusive, but they are there, which may be annoying if you’re in the middle of focused planning.
Final Thoughts
To-Do List – Schedule Planner may not be flashy, but it’s functional — and for a lot of people, that’s more than enough. It covers the basics (and then some) without locking key features behind a paywall, which is honestly refreshing. It feels a bit like an old-school planner that just happens to live on your phone.
Is it perfect? No. But for everyday users who just want something to keep them on track — without needing a PhD in productivity — this app is likely to hit the mark.
You probably won’t use every single feature, and that’s okay. The real strength here lies in its simplicity, reliability, and flexibility to fit around your life, not force you into some productivity guru’s rigid system.
Pros
Easy task creation with customization options
Reliable reminders and recurring alerts
Support for subtasks, priorities, and categories
Calendar and checklist views
Widget and smartwatch support
Cloud sync via Google Drive
Cons
UI and text can feel clunky or unclear in places
Lacks collaboration or shared task features
Slightly overwhelming layout for new users
Ads in the free version
