Replacement Guide

How to Build Your Own Zenkit To Do

Replace Zenkit To Do with a custom build. The super-simple task management app

Weekend Project
44 features11 integrationsOne weekend

Estimated Timeline

Based on 44 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.

1
Setup & scaffolding
2 hours
2
Core features
4-6 hours
3
Polish & deploy
2 hours

Recommended Tech Stack

Next.js 14

Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components

Supabase

PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions

Tailwind CSS

Utility-first styling for rapid UI development

Prisma

Type-safe ORM for complex relational data models

Key Features to Replicate

Top features across 8 categories. See all 44 features

Task Organization(6 features)

Inbox

Get tasks out of your thoughts and into your Inbox. Work from there, or sort them into any of your lists to stay organized.

Smart Lists

Smart lists like Starred, Today, This Week, and Assigned to Me to help you know exactly what needs to be done and when.

Sorting

Sort lists by title, due date, created date or assigned to. Quickly and easily surface tasks to the top of your list with a couple of taps.

Starred

Mark favorite or important tasks with a star to keep them at the top of your lists, or view them in a separate 'Starred' list.

Subtasks and Checklists

Break down your tasks into manageable subtasks and check them off as you work through them. A visual indicator of complete tasks helps you stay on track.

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Enterprise(5 features)

Activity AuditPremium

Detailed activity audit logs for compliance and monitoring.

Audits

In Organization mode, we support extensive and customizable audit functions.

Provisioning (SCIM)Premium

Automated user provisioning via SCIM protocol.

SCIM ProvisioningPremium

Use SCIM-Provider like MS Azure AD to automatically keep your users in sync with the rest of your infrastructure.

SSO (SAML)Premium

Single Sign-On via SAML for enterprise authentication.

File Management(5 features)

AnnotationsPremium

Add drawings and graphical annotations to every file or comment.

Drawings

Add own simple drawings and illustrations everywhere: in comments, or as files.

Files

Attach files like PDFs, images, photos, and other documents to your tasks so you have all the info you need right at your fingertips. Connect with Dropbox, Box, or Google Drive.

Full File SystemPremium

Complete file management system for storing and organizing documents.

Global Files View

View all your files across Collections.

Integration(5 features)

API AccessPremium

API access for integrations and custom development.

Email-to-ListPremium

Forward emails directly to Zenkit To Do to create a new task. Pick the list you need, and even assign members from your email inbox!

Enterprise APIPremium

Advanced API features for enterprise customers.

iCal IntegrationPremium

Take advantage of the iCal integration in the global calendar view and keep track of holidays, vacations, and events from other calendars.

Zenkit Suite Integration

Deep integration with other Zenkit products including Projects, Base, Forms, Hypernotes, and Zenchat.

Security(4 features)

2-Factor Authentication

Make sure your account is secure with two-factor authentication. Available for all Zenkit users.

Access ControlPremium

Restrict what Collection members can both see and do when working in your workspace.

Password RestrictionsPremium

Set passwords to restrict who can access your workspaces.

User RolesPremium

Manage access rights in your lists and decide who can read, edit, and comment on your tasks.

Team Collaboration(4 features)

Collaboration

Share your lists and folders with your team, friends, and family. Add members to tasks and comment or @mention others to discuss the details.

Comments

Add comments to tasks to discuss all the details. Use @mentions to inform others about your activities directly.

Sharing

Share your tasks, lists, and folders with your team, friends, and family. Easily track activities of members you've shared with.

Team ChatPremium

Built-in chat functionality for team communication integrated with tasks.

Views(3 features)

Gantt ChartPremium

Gantt chart view for project timeline management.

KanbanPremium

Kanban view for tasks and projects.

Team CalendarPremium

Calendar view for team events and scheduling.

Accessibility(2 features)

Multi-Device

Access your tasks on any device. Available online as a web app, and on iOS and Android phones and tablets.

Offline Access

Work on your tasks from anywhere, even 30,000 feet in the air. Zenkit To Do supports offline access to your lists and tasks, so you're never caught out.

Cost Calculator

Keep Paying Zenkit To Do

Monthly$8/mo
Yearly$96/yr
5-Year Total$480

Build It Yourself

Est. Build Time~3 hrs
Hosting$20/mo
DifficultyVery Easy

Total Cost Comparison

1 Year
SaaS
$96
DIY
$240
3 Years
SaaS
$288
DIY
$720
5 Years
SaaS
$480
DIY
$1.2k

DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 44 features at very easy complexity.

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