Todoist vs Asana
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Task Management Software (2026). Last verified June 7, 2026.
The short answer
Asana ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #8) for Team leads and PMs choosing task management software (Asana vs Monday vs ClickUp vs Todoist). The best for its polished UI, powerful workflows, and overall clarity.
At a glance
| Todoist | Asana | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #8 / The 11 Best Task Management Software (2026) | #1 / The 11 Best Task Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 7.9 | 9.3 |
| Best for | Fast, cross-platform to-do lists | Polished cross-functional project management |
| Pricing | $ ($4 to $6/user/mo) | $$ ($11 to $25/user/mo) |
| HQ | Remote | San Francisco, USA |
| Founded | 2007 | 2008 |
Todoist
Excels at personal and small-team tasks with a lightning-fast UI.
todoist.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Task Management Software (2026)
Asana
The best for its polished UI, powerful workflows, and overall clarity.
asana.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Task Management Software (2026)
Methodology and scoring weights live at /methodology. No vendor pays for placement — see about.