Focus To-Do combines a Pomodoro timer with to-do lists, reminders, tags, and detailed stats. It syncs across devices and offers reports, recurring tasks, and a clean interface. | To-do List is lightweight, fast, and focused on the basics like quick add, due dates, and reminders. Great for simple workflows, but power users may miss some features. | Focus To-Do combines a Pomodoro timer with to-do lists, reminders, tags, and detailed stats. It syncs across devices and offers reports, recurring tasks, and a clean interface. | |
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| Our Rating Tooltivity's expert review score for each extension, based on hands-on testing and research. | 8.4 | 8.7 Winner in this category | 8.4 |
| Total users Total active users across all major browsers: Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Safari. | 500,000 Winner in this category | 20,000 | 500,000 Winner in this category |
| Total ratings Total number of user ratings received across all supported browsers. | 12,374 Winner in this category | 119 | 12,374 Winner in this category |
| Average rating Average user rating across all browsers, calculated from available store ratings. | 4.8 ⭐ Winner in this category | 4.8 ⭐ | 4.8 ⭐ Winner in this category |
| Entry Level Price The minimum price required to start using the extension. "Free" means a free tier is available. | Free | Free | Free |
| Chrome User rating and stats for the extension on Chrome browser. | 4.8 4.81 Average Chrome Web Store rating from the last 100 reviews 500.0K+Users Winner in this category | 4.8 4.75 Average Chrome Web Store rating from the last 100 reviews 20.0K+Users | 4.8 4.81 Average Chrome Web Store rating from the last 100 reviews 500.0K+Users Winner in this category |
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| Features Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Features' aspect of each extension. | 8.8 We found a deep Pomodoro implementation with custom work/break lengths, pause/resume, and short/long breaks that fit most workflows. Task management covers projects, priorities, tags, subtasks, and reminders without feeling bloated. Recurring tasks are flexible enough for habits and weekly routines. Historical statistics and time tracking make it easy to review where time actually went. Cross‑device sync, plus optional white noise, round out a feature set that is stronger than basic timers yet lighter than full project tools. Winner in this category | 8.0 We like that it nails the essentials without pretending to do everything. You can capture tasks quickly, organize with simple lists or tags, add due dates and reminders, and attach short notes to keep context. It also syncs and works offline when needed. The flipside is clear: there are no advanced filters, templates, or automations, and integrations are minimal. If “fast basics” is your goal, it succeeds. | 8.8 We found a deep Pomodoro implementation with custom work/break lengths, pause/resume, and short/long breaks that fit most workflows. Task management covers projects, priorities, tags, subtasks, and reminders without feeling bloated. Recurring tasks are flexible enough for habits and weekly routines. Historical statistics and time tracking make it easy to review where time actually went. Cross‑device sync, plus optional white noise, round out a feature set that is stronger than basic timers yet lighter than full project tools. Winner in this category |
| Performance Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Performance' aspect of each extension. | 7.8 In our use, timers and task actions were smooth and reliable. We did see user feedback about occasional sync delays or duplicates across devices. Some mobile users report higher battery usage during long sessions with sounds enabled. Large histories and detailed stats can load slowly on older hardware. Routine updates seem to address issues over time, but there’s still room to tighten efficiency further. | 8.8 It feels instant, which matters more than people admit. The pop-up opens quickly, typing and checking off tasks are immediate, and sync behaves reliably across sessions without hogging memory or slowing other tabs. Staying fast keeps you in flow—and that’s the real performance test for a to‑do tool. We never felt it getting in our way. Winner in this category | 7.8 In our use, timers and task actions were smooth and reliable. We did see user feedback about occasional sync delays or duplicates across devices. Some mobile users report higher battery usage during long sessions with sounds enabled. Large histories and detailed stats can load slowly on older hardware. Routine updates seem to address issues over time, but there’s still room to tighten efficiency further. |
| Design Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Design' aspect of each extension. | 7.4 The interface is clear and predictable: timer and task views are easy to grasp at a glance. Navigation is straightforward, and core controls are where you expect them. That said, visuals feel a bit dated, and theming options are limited, which reduces personalization. Information density on small screens can feel cramped during busy lists. The extension/widget UIs are functional, but they could benefit from a more modern polish. | 8.2 The interface is clean, calm, and focused on the list. We noticed readable typography, sensible spacing, and a clear hierarchy that keeps controls out of the way. Keyboard navigation works well, and the UI feels snappy in both pop-up and full view. The minimalist approach avoids visual clutter without feeling bare. It looks and feels like a tool designed for momentum. Winner in this category | 7.4 The interface is clear and predictable: timer and task views are easy to grasp at a glance. Navigation is straightforward, and core controls are where you expect them. That said, visuals feel a bit dated, and theming options are limited, which reduces personalization. Information density on small screens can feel cramped during busy lists. The extension/widget UIs are functional, but they could benefit from a more modern polish. |
| Value for Money Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Value for Money' aspect of each extension. | 9.2 The free tier covers the essentials well for many users. Premium adds meaningful upgrades—full sync, deeper stats, cloud backup, and manual record edits—that we actually used. Lifetime pricing is compelling and compares favorably with subscription‑based competitors. Students and professionals alike can get strong mileage without overspending. Given its balance of timer, tasks, and reports, the price feels fair for the utility delivered. Winner in this category | 9.0 As a free, lightweight checklist, it delivers real everyday value. There is a ceiling for power users, who may still want a pro task manager as needs grow. But as a companion list that stays out of your way, it punches above its (free) weight | 9.2 The free tier covers the essentials well for many users. Premium adds meaningful upgrades—full sync, deeper stats, cloud backup, and manual record edits—that we actually used. Lifetime pricing is compelling and compares favorably with subscription‑based competitors. Students and professionals alike can get strong mileage without overspending. Given its balance of timer, tasks, and reports, the price feels fair for the utility delivered. Winner in this category |
| Ease of Use Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Ease of Use' aspect of each extension. | 8.4 Getting started is simple: make a task, hit start, and focus. The basics are almost frictionless, and reminders/recurring tasks make sense after a quick try. Reports, tags, and some advanced settings require a brief learning curve, but nothing overwhelming. Local mode helps you try the app without creating an account, while sync setup adds one extra step. Overall, we felt productive within minutes and refined our setup over a couple of sessions. | 9.2 This is a tool you understand in a minute. We didn’t need a tour—adding, editing, reordering, and completing tasks are all immediately discoverable, and the few shortcuts are easy to remember. The daily flow of capture → prioritize → complete is frictionless, and it’s forgiving when you make quick edits or misclicks. If you value speed over setup, it shines. Winner in this category | 8.4 Getting started is simple: make a task, hit start, and focus. The basics are almost frictionless, and reminders/recurring tasks make sense after a quick try. Reports, tags, and some advanced settings require a brief learning curve, but nothing overwhelming. Local mode helps you try the app without creating an account, while sync setup adds one extra step. Overall, we felt productive within minutes and refined our setup over a couple of sessions. |
| Security & Privacy Tooltivity's expert score for the 'Security & Privacy' aspect of each extension. | 8.6 We appreciate the local (no‑account) mode for those who want to avoid cloud storage entirely. With an account, basic personal and authentication data are collected, and synced data is stored server‑side. The privacy policy is available and reasonably transparent about categories of data. We didn’t find evidence of two‑factor authentication or fine‑grained export controls, which would inspire more confidence. For typical productivity needs, it’s acceptable, but privacy‑sensitive users will want to review settings and possibly stick to local mode. | 9.0 It keeps things modest, which often helps privacy by default. From our use, it appears to rely on browser sync with local storage offline and keeps permissions lean, avoiding unnecessary prompts. We’d still like clearer public documentation about data handling and retention. In practice, it benefits from the security of the browser’s sync, but more transparency would inspire extra confidence. Winner in this category | 8.6 We appreciate the local (no‑account) mode for those who want to avoid cloud storage entirely. With an account, basic personal and authentication data are collected, and synced data is stored server‑side. The privacy policy is available and reasonably transparent about categories of data. We didn’t find evidence of two‑factor authentication or fine‑grained export controls, which would inspire more confidence. For typical productivity needs, it’s acceptable, but privacy‑sensitive users will want to review settings and possibly stick to local mode. |
| Conclusion A summary of our findings and final thoughts for each extension. | We appreciate how Focus To-Do blends focus sessions with practical task features. It’s stronger than simple timers and lighter than heavyweight task apps, which makes it easy to stick with. If you value recurring tasks, reminders, and session history, the premium unlocks are compelling—especially given the typical lifetime pricing seen on mobile app stores. That said, user feedback points to occasional sync hiccups and design limitations. If you need flawless sync or deep project management, consider alternatives; otherwise, Focus To-Do is a reliable focus companion. | If you want a simple, reliable checklist in your browser, To‑do List nails the basics. It’s fast, easy, and stays focused. The trade‑off is fewer power features. If you need advanced filters, templates, automation, or deep integrations, you may outgrow it. We’ll keep it for small personal lists and quick captures. For complex projects, we’d still choose a fuller task manager. As a focused browser to‑do, it’s a solid pick. | We appreciate how Focus To-Do blends focus sessions with practical task features. It’s stronger than simple timers and lighter than heavyweight task apps, which makes it easy to stick with. If you value recurring tasks, reminders, and session history, the premium unlocks are compelling—especially given the typical lifetime pricing seen on mobile app stores. That said, user feedback points to occasional sync hiccups and design limitations. If you need flawless sync or deep project management, consider alternatives; otherwise, Focus To-Do is a reliable focus companion. |
| Our Recommendation | In our comparison between Focus To-Do, To-do List, and Focus To-Do, To-do List came out on top, scoring 8.7. Focus To-Do and Focus To-Do are the most widely used, each with a large user base. User reviews for To-do List reflect our findings, while we rate Focus To-Do and Focus To-Do lower than users do. Focus To-Do and Focus To-Do share the highest user rating in the Chrome Web Store at 4.82. In the end, the differences between these extensions are minimal, so your choice may come down to personal preference or specific features.
If you want a quick recommendation, To-do List is our top pick. But as always, the best choice depends on what matters most to you. | ||