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At a Glance
Market Segments
Mid-Market (41.1% of reviews)
Small-Business (51.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$9.00 1 user Per Month
$0.00
Smartsheet
Star Rating
(21,392)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (41.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$9.00 1 user Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 3 pricing plansTodoist
Star Rating
(811)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (51.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$0.00
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Smartsheet excels in providing a comprehensive project management experience, combining the familiarity of spreadsheets with advanced features like customizable workflows and automation. Users appreciate the ability to create clear dashboards for better visibility and real-time collaboration, making it a strong choice for teams needing robust project oversight.
- Users say that Todoist shines in its simplicity and intuitive design, which allows for quick task entry and organization. The Upcoming view is particularly praised for helping users manage their time effectively, providing a clear overview of tasks for the day and week, which is ideal for those who prefer a straightforward to-do list approach.
- Reviewers mention that while Smartsheet has a higher overall satisfaction score, some users find it challenging to fully utilize its extensive features. Despite its powerful capabilities, there are comments about the learning curve, suggesting that new users may need time to explore all the functionalities available.
- According to verified reviews, Todoist is recognized for its feature-rich environment, particularly with its natural language task entry, which allows users to quickly jot down tasks without hassle. This feature is highlighted as a significant advantage for those who prioritize speed and efficiency in task management.
- G2 reviewers report that Smartsheet's implementation process can be more complex compared to Todoist, which is noted for its quick setup and ease of use. Users have expressed that Todoist's straightforward onboarding allows them to start managing tasks almost immediately, making it a favorable option for small businesses or individuals looking for a simple solution.
- Users say that while both platforms offer good support, Todoist has a slight edge in user satisfaction regarding support quality. Reviewers appreciate the responsiveness and helpfulness of Todoist's support team, which can be crucial for users who may encounter issues or need assistance with their task management.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Smartsheet
Pro
$9.00
1 user Per Month
For people and teams that want to track, share, and manage projects.
Includes:
- Up to 10 editors (paid license required to edit)
- Unlimited free viewers
- Unlimited sheets, reports, and forms
Todoist
Todoist Beginner
$0.00
Start organizing your life for free
- 5 active personal projects
- 5 collaborators per project
- Access on 10+ platforms
Free Trial
Smartsheet
Free Trial is available
Todoist
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
18,109
8.9
720
Ease of Use
8.4
18,349
9.3
721
Ease of Setup
8.3
10,143
9.3
102
Ease of Admin
8.5
7,604
9.1
81
Quality of Support
8.3
14,019
8.7
433
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
7,054
8.9
63
Product Direction (% positive)
8.6
17,602
8.2
709
Features by Category
Tasks
8.7
10055
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
10059
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.5
9785
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.4
9463
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
9269
|
Verified
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
9336
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
8799
|
Verified
Not enough data
Projects
8.6
9282
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.3
8630
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
8743
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
8660
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
8829
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
7600
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.0
8300
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
8860
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.8
7841
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
7444
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
7264
|
Verified
Not enough data
Resource Management
7.6
7740
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.6
7808
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.1
8439
|
Verified
Not enough data
Project Monitoring
7.8
7451
|
Verified
Not enough data
7.7
7561
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.2
8606
|
Verified
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.0
3060
Not enough data
6.1
3045
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Project Management
5.5
922
Not enough data
5.9
923
Not enough data
5.7
915
Not enough data
5.7
914
Not enough data
5.6
914
Not enough data
5.6
911
Not enough data
5.8
913
Not enough data
Portfolio Management
7.9
4814
Not enough data
8.5
5519
Not enough data
8.0
5000
Not enough data
7.7
4604
Not enough data
Project Management
8.2
5420
Not enough data
8.3
5497
Not enough data
7.7
4624
Not enough data
Resource Management
7.8
4755
Not enough data
7.8
4824
Not enough data
7.9
4774
Not enough data
Data & Analytics
8.0
4985
Not enough data
8.0
5163
Not enough data
8.2
5077
Not enough data
7.5
4447
Not enough data
Strategy - Project and Portfolio Management
6.7
2052
Not enough data
7.6
2083
Not enough data
7.9
2061
Not enough data
7.6
2059
Not enough data
7.8
2053
Not enough data
7.6
2053
Not enough data
7.2
2034
Not enough data
7.6
2048
Not enough data
7.5
2036
Not enough data
7.8
2041
Not enough data
Setup
8.3
5155
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
5020
Not enough data
8.5
5390
Not enough data
Management
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.1
4651
Not enough data
7.5
4366
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.3
1817
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Workflow Management
5.9
406
Not enough data
5.9
409
Not enough data
5.9
404
Not enough data
5.9
400
Not enough data
5.9
399
Not enough data
5.9
401
Not enough data
6.1
402
Not enough data
Functionality
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.3
1037
Not enough data
8.7
1226
Not enough data
8.5
1167
Not enough data
8.0
1005
Not enough data
8.6
1166
Not enough data
8.7
1192
Not enough data
Content Planning
8.6
1185
Not enough data
8.9
1236
Not enough data
8.6
1117
Not enough data
Marketing Campaign Performance
8.0
882
Not enough data
8.4
1033
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Marketing Calendar
5.1
43
Not enough data
5.2
45
Not enough data
5.1
45
Not enough data
5.0
45
Not enough data
Other Features
7.9
987
Not enough data
8.3
1015
Not enough data
Task Creation
8.7
7309
9.4
207
8.8
7390
9.2
213
8.3
6922
9.2
204
7.8
6113
8.5
182
Task Management
8.5
7067
9.3
214
8.5
6976
9.5
211
8.1
6636
8.4
184
8.2
6462
9.1
200
Generative AI
6.2
2412
8.0
36
6.2
2414
8.0
35
Automation
8.5
4247
Not enough data
8.3
4201
Not enough data
8.1
3933
Not enough data
Administration
8.2
4100
Not enough data
8.1
3883
Not enough data
8.8
4099
Not enough data
Project management
8.7
4166
Not enough data
8.2
3894
Not enough data
8.6
4176
Not enough data
8.3
4025
Not enough data
8.4
3945
Not enough data
8.0
3622
Not enough data
8.3
4063
Not enough data
Workload
8.0
3694
Not enough data
8.3
3936
Not enough data
8.0
3738
Not enough data
7.9
3552
Not enough data
Communication & Collaboration
8.1
3722
Not enough data
8.3
3917
Not enough data
8.8
4114
Not enough data
Cost Management
7.7
3427
Not enough data
7.8
3421
Not enough data
7.5
3232
Not enough data
Integration
7.4
3274
Not enough data
7.4
3324
Not enough data
7.4
3355
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.5
1653
Not enough data
6.5
1659
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Work Management
5.8
362
Not enough data
6.0
361
Not enough data
5.8
361
Not enough data
5.8
359
Not enough data
Communication
7.2
5664
Not enough data
7.6
6046
Not enough data
7.5
5802
Not enough data
7.7
5828
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Content & Documents
8.4
7184
Not enough data
8.4
7125
Not enough data
8.0
6871
Not enough data
7.8
6096
Not enough data
Controls
8.0
6469
Not enough data
7.6
5487
Not enough data
8.2
6800
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
7.9
6083
Not enough data
Project Management
8.8
7423
Not enough data
8.7
7296
Not enough data
8.6
7161
Not enough data
7.9
6148
Not enough data
Remote Collaboration
8.4
6558
Not enough data
8.5
6738
Not enough data
8.4
6630
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Generative AI
6.3
2272
Not enough data
6.3
2276
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Project Collaboration
5.7
427
Not enough data
5.6
427
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Smartsheet and Todoist are categorized as Task Management
Unique Categories
Smartsheet is categorized as Project Collaboration, Work Management, Marketing Calendar, Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA), Workflow Management, Project and Portfolio Management, and Project Management
Todoist has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Smartsheet
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Todoist
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
7.6%
Construction
7.2%
Hospital & Health Care
5.2%
Marketing and Advertising
4.6%
Computer Software
4.6%
Other
70.7%
Information Technology and Services
10.1%
Computer Software
9.9%
Marketing and Advertising
7.7%
Non-Profit Organization Management
4.4%
Internet
4.0%
Other
63.9%
Discussions
What can smartsheet be used for?
57 Comments
WA
It has a wide range of functionalities for project management or even asset management. Read more
Why is smartsheet bad?
34 Comments
NK
Complexity: Smartsheet has a fairly steep learning curve, especially for users who are not tech-savvy or unfamiliar with project management tools.
Limited...Read more
is this something applicable to a whole company or really just a small team task manager tool?
4 Comments
GR
I think there are better systems out there for team collaboration and task completion.
Todoist is great for personal use though. To Do's, Reminders,...Read more
What would you improve?
2 Comments
GR
I agree with Stephen. It's a great product as is.
My only thought for improvement would be incorporating some sort of gamification ability. I don't think...Read more
Is google calendar funcationality coming? Or is it a feature I've missed?
2 Comments
SC
Good news! You CAN integrate your Todoist and your Google Calendar! Here's how: https://doist.com/blog/google-calendar-todoist-integration/
Hope this is...Read more
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