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Microsoft To Do vs. Peak One: A list with a reminder, or a day with direction?
Microsoft To Do is a free to-do list with reminders and “My Day.” Peak One plans your day from your tasks and puts habits and goals alongside. Here's what fits where.
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In short
Four reasons why you can take a look at Peak One.
Microsoft To Do reminds you reliably about your lists. Peak One asks which three things really matter today.
- 1More than a listTasks, daily plan, habits, and goals live on one platform.
- 2The day with the most important firstPeak Day plans day and week from the same tasks, not as a second list.
- 3Data in FrankfurtThe application and database run in Frankfurt am Main.
- 4Honestly, where To Do is the better fitFor free lists with reminders and Outlook tasks, Microsoft To Do is the obvious choice.
The difference
Microsoft To Do and Peak One compared.
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At a glance
Approach
What the tool is built for
- Peak One
- Personal apps on one platform: tasks, day, habits, goals and notes
- Microsoft To Do
- To-do lists with reminders and the daily list “My Day”
Free to use
Start without payment details
- Peak One
- Free, €0
- Microsoft To Do
- Available for free
Devices
Where you work
- Peak One
- In the browser at app.peak-atlas.com; native mobile apps not documented
- Microsoft To Do
- iPhone, Android, Windows, and web, synced
Data location
Where your data lives
- Peak One
- Application and database in Frankfurt am Main
- Microsoft To Do
- Not stated on the pages used
Features
Tasks
Collect and get done
- Peak One
- Tasks: collect, prioritize and get things done
- Microsoft To Do
- Lists, tasks with individual steps and due dates
Daily planning
What's due today
- Peak One
- Peak Day: day and week with the most important first
- Microsoft To Do
- “My Day” with personalized suggestions
Reminders
Remember in time
- Peak One
- Not documented as a personal app
- Microsoft To Do
- Automatic reminders for appointments
Share lists
With family and friends
- Peak One
- Not documented as a personal app
- Microsoft To Do
- Shared lists with friends, family, and colleagues
Email and calendar
Tasks from the inbox
- Peak One
- Calendar: appointments and personal time blocks
- Microsoft To Do
- Works with Outlook tasks
Habits
Stick with it
- Peak One
- Peak Habit: build small habits and stick with them
- Microsoft To Do
- Not listed on the pages used
Goals
What the tasks are for
- Peak One
- Peak Goals: capture goals and connect them to the work
- Microsoft To Do
- Not listed on the pages used
Focus
Work with focus
- Peak One
- Peak Focus and Peak Timer: one task, focus sessions with a result
- Microsoft To Do
- Not listed on the pages used
Pricing
Free
- Peak One
- Free: €0
- Microsoft To Do
- Available for free
Paid tier
- Peak One
- Pro: from €9.90
- Microsoft To Do
- Not listed on the pages used
For teams
- Peak One
- Business: from €199.90
- Microsoft To Do
- Not listed on the pages used
App price
In the App Store
- Peak One
- In the browser, no app purchase
- Microsoft To Do
- Free in the App Store
As of October 10, 2026. Details on Microsoft To Do per Microsoft's product page and App Store listing. Peak prices are net reference prices in euros; billing interval, term and included members are set by the quote. Feature details are based on the providers' pages.
Sources: Microsoft – Microsoft To Do · App Store – Microsoft To Do (Microsoft Corporation) · Peak One – Pricing
Compare for yourself.
Start free with Peak One and keep Microsoft To Do until you know what helps you more.
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Beyond the list
What changes with Peak One.
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One day, the most important things first
Peak Day pulls due tasks into your day and your week. What you finish there is done everywhere.
- Available
One task on screen
Peak Focus shows only one task today, Peak Timer accompanies the focus session.
- Available
Keep up habits
Peak Habit tracks small habits and helps you get back on track after busy days.
- Available
Make energy visible
Peak Energy shows which activities give you energy and which drain it.
Honest assessment
Which tool fits for you?
Peak One fits if
- you want to plan your day with the most important first
- habits, focus, and goals should sit alongside your tasks
- hosting in Frankfurt matters to you
- you want to start free with no credit card
Microsoft To Do is the better fit if
- you're looking for a free list with reminders
- you want to share lists with family and friends
- you work with Outlook and want your tasks to come along there
- you need apps for iPhone, Android, and Windows
By daily life
Our assessment by situation.
| Situation | More Peak One | More Microsoft To Do |
|---|---|---|
| Shopping and household | When the list is part of your week | Shared lists with reminders |
| Full work week | Peak Day with three important things | When Outlook is your starting point |
| New habits | Peak Habit next to your tasks | When a reminder is enough |
| Yearly plans | Peak Goals and Peak Year | Not listed on the pages used |
Switching over
Switching from Microsoft To Do, at your own pace.
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Most important first
Pick the tasks that matter this week. Shared lists can stay in Microsoft To Do.
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Create in Peak
Microsoft To Do isn't in the Peak integrations catalog. Create the most important tasks in Peak and schedule them in Peak Day.
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One week in parallel
Plan a week with Peak Day. Only give up Microsoft To Do once you're really working there.
Frequently asked questions
Briefly answered.
Switching and data
Can I use Microsoft To Do and Peak One in parallel?
Yes. You start Peak One on the Free plan and keep Microsoft To Do, for example for shared lists.
Will my lists be carried over?
Microsoft To Do isn't in the Peak integrations catalog today. You recreate the most important tasks in Peak.
Where is my data with Peak One?
The application and database run in Frankfurt am Main. Each account sees only its own data.
Pricing
Microsoft To Do is free. Why Peak One?
If a list with reminders is enough for you, Microsoft To Do is a good choice. Peak One also starts with Free at €0 and is worth it when daily plan, habits, and goals should come along.
Do I need a credit card to get started?
No. For the Free plan, you log in with Google and are ready to go in about two minutes.
Features
Is there something like “My Day” in Peak One?
Yes, Peak Day. It schedules your tasks into your day and week, on the planned day, otherwise on the due date, with the most important first.
Can I share lists with my family in Peak One?
Shared lists aren't documented for the personal Peak apps. For that, Microsoft To Do is the better choice today.
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