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Clockwise vs Todoist

A side-by-side editorial comparison of Clockwise and Todoist — release velocity, themes, recent moves, and the top alternatives to consider.

Clockwise vs Todoist: at a glance

FeatureClockwiseTodoist
SectorPMPM
Velocity score0.00.0
Sparks · 30d00
Top themesshutdown, calendar-optimization, ai-scheduling, end-of-lifetask management, ai capture, voice input, productivity
Last editorial update1mo ago2d ago
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What is Clockwise?

Clockwise shut down on March 27, 2026—data deleted, Reclaim.ai designated as the migration path.

Clockwise has closed. All services ended March 27, 2026; prepaid subscribers receive pro-rated refunds and all user data is scheduled for deletion shortly after that date. The company has formally partnered with Reclaim.ai as the recommended successor for users seeking AI-powered calendar optimization.

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What is Todoist?

Todoist's 2026 bets are on capture: voice via Ramble, photos and files via Task Capture.

The entries SparkPulse tracks for Todoist are help-center index pages rather than dated release notes, so the detail is thin. They show a 2026 built around getting tasks into the app with less typing: Ramble turns spoken thoughts into tasks (January), came to Wear OS in beta (March), and Task Capture scans notes, photos and files for tasks (beta, April). Later months cover urgency triage and capturing tasks wherever they appear, while the experimental track retired Goals and simplified Quick Add.

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Clockwise vs Todoist: editorial side-by-side

C0.0

Clockwise shut down on March 27, 2026—data deleted, Reclaim.ai designated as the migration path.

◆ Current state

Clockwise has closed. All services ended March 27, 2026; prepaid subscribers receive pro-rated refunds and all user data is scheduled for deletion shortly after that date. The company has formally partnered with Reclaim.ai as the recommended successor for users seeking AI-powered calendar optimization.

◆ Where it's heading

There is no trajectory—the product is in wind-down. The recent changelog entries are shutdown FAQs covering refunds, data deletion, scheduling link deprecation, and the Reclaim migration guide. The formal Reclaim partnership suggests a structured handoff rather than an abrupt closure.

◆ Prediction

The product no longer exists. Reclaim.ai is the designated successor. Any remaining Clockwise calendar events (Focus Time, Smart Holds) were removed from user calendars at shutdown.

T0.0

Todoist's 2026 bets are on capture: voice via Ramble, photos and files via Task Capture.

◆ Current state

The entries SparkPulse tracks for Todoist are help-center index pages rather than dated release notes, so the detail is thin. They show a 2026 built around getting tasks into the app with less typing: Ramble turns spoken thoughts into tasks (January), came to Wear OS in beta (March), and Task Capture scans notes, photos and files for tasks (beta, April). Later months cover urgency triage and capturing tasks wherever they appear, while the experimental track retired Goals and simplified Quick Add.

◆ Where it's heading

The pattern is AI-assisted capture spreading across inputs and devices: speech first, then images and documents, then other surfaces. The experimental channel is being used to test and prune, as the retired Goals beta shows, so not every beta becomes a permanent feature.

◆ Prediction

Expect Task Capture and Ramble to leave beta or spread to more platforms; the index pages don't give dates, so timing is unclear.

Alternatives to Clockwise and Todoist

Other PM products tracked by Sparkpulse, ranked by recent ship velocity. Each card links to a full editorial trajectory and lets you pivot into a head-to-head comparison with either Clockwise or Todoist.

See all Clockwise alternatives → · See all Todoist alternatives →

Recent activity from Clockwise and Todoist

Latest ship moves from both products, interleaved chronologically. ⚡ = editorial spark.

  1. 6mo agoTodoistTodoist 2026: Ramble voice capture and Task Capture beta
  2. 7mo agoClockwiseWhat happens to all my data — my calendar preferences, Scheduling Links, and Focus Time settings?
  3. 7mo agoClockwiseWill I get a refund for unused subscription time?
  4. 7mo agoClockwiseHow long will customer support be available?
  5. 7mo agoClockwiseHow long will Clockwise retain my data after shutdown and when will it be deleted?

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Clockwise and Todoist?

They serve adjacent needs but don't currently overlap on shipped themes. Clockwise and Todoist are shipping at a similar cadence (velocity 0.0 vs 0.0, both within Sparkpulse's "active" band). See the at-a-glance table above for a side-by-side breakdown of velocity, recent sparks, and editorial themes.

Is Clockwise better than Todoist?

Sparkpulse doesn't pick a winner — we score release velocity, not feature parity. Clockwise and Todoist are shipping at a similar cadence (velocity 0.0 vs 0.0, both within Sparkpulse's "active" band). For your specific use case, the alternatives sections above list other PM products to evaluate alongside.

What are the best alternatives to Clockwise?

Top Clockwise alternatives in PM are ranked by recent ship velocity. Browse the "Clockwise alternatives" section above for the current picks, or visit /alternatives/clockwise for the full list with editorial commentary on each.

What are the best alternatives to Todoist?

Top Todoist alternatives in PM are ranked by recent ship velocity. Browse the "Todoist alternatives" section above for the current picks, or visit /alternatives/todoist for the full list with editorial commentary on each.