iTasks vs UTasks
Both tools bring work into Telegram, but iTasks goes further: alongside task management, it includes HelpDesk through your own bots, plus deadlines, multiple assignees, custom statuses, nested sub-tasks with tree view, and task attachments. Much of that is free in iTasks, while UTasks either charges for the basics or does not offer them at all.
Export your data anytime
Workspace owners can download a JSON export of projects, tasks, and discussions whenever they need it. The option is available on both Free and PRO, so your team is never locked in and can keep a clean copy of its work before switching tools or deleting a workspace.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | iTasks Free | UTasks Free | UTasks Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Custom task statuses | ✓ Free | ✗ | ✓ $2.49/mo |
| Task attachments: images & files | ✓ Free | ✗ | ✓ $2.49/mo |
| Multiple assignees | ✓ Free | ✗ | ✓ $2.49/mo |
| Task deadlines | ✓ Free | ✗ | ✓ $2.49/mo |
| Unlimited tasks | ✓ Free | Limited | ✓ $2.49/mo |
| Process automation (scenarios) | ✓ Free | ✗ | ✗ |
| Time tracking | ✓ Built-in | ✗ | ✗ |
| Code blocks & syntax highlighting | ✓ Free | ✗ | ✗ |
| Task discussion chat with quoting | ✓ Built-in | ✗ | ✗ |
| Payment reports | ✓ Free | ✗ | ✗ |
| Voice rooms | ✓ Built-in | ✗ | ✗ |
| HelpDesk | ✓ Free | ✗ | ✗ |
| Nested tasks (subtasks) | ✓ 4 levels + tree view | ✗ | ✗ |
| Projects | 1 (Free) / Unlimited (PRO) | Limited | Unlimited |
| Team size (Free) | Up to 3 | Varies | — |
| Monthly cost | $0 | $0 | $2.49 |
* UTasks feature availability based on publicly available information as of February 2026.
What's Free in iTasks but Paid in UTasks
1. Custom Workflow Statuses
iTasks lets you create custom task statuses that match your team's process — from "In Review" to "Testing" to "Deployed." Rename default statuses, add new ones, and build a workflow that fits how your team actually works. All of this is available on the free plan.
In UTasks, custom statuses and priorities require the Pro subscription.
2. Task Attachments: Images & Files
Attach any file type to tasks and insert images inline into descriptions and discussions. Screenshots for bug reports, design mockups, spreadsheets, logs — everything your team needs lives right alongside the task. This is included in iTasks's free plan.
UTasks marks file uploads as a Pro feature.
3. Multiple Assignees per Task
Assign a responsible person and add watchers to any task. Everyone involved gets instant Telegram notifications on status changes and new discussion messages. No limits on how many people can participate — all free.
In UTasks, assigning multiple people to a task is a Pro-only feature they highlight as "NEW."
4. Process Automation (Workflow Scenarios)
iTasks lets you create workflow scenarios with unlimited steps. Each step has a preconfigured status and assignee. Team members advance tasks by clicking "Done" or reject them to the previous step — no manual administration or reassignment needed.
This feature is unique to iTasks — UTasks does not offer it at any price tier.
5. Unlimited Tasks
Create as many tasks as your project needs. iTasks doesn't restrict the number of tasks even on the free plan — no artificial limits, no prompts to upgrade just because your task list is growing.
UTasks limits task creation in their free plan and requires Pro for unlimited tasks.
6. Task Deadlines
Set due dates on tasks to keep your team on track. Deadlines are a basic project management necessity that iTasks includes for free — because no team should have to pay just to set a due date.
In UTasks, task deadlines are locked behind the Pro subscription.
Features Unique to iTasks
Beyond offering key features for free, iTasks includes capabilities that UTasks doesn't provide at any price:
HelpDesk through your own bots
Connect your own Telegram bots, receive customer requests, reply from the app, and link support conversations to tasks. For small teams, this is a rare mix of simplicity and real operational value that UTasks does not offer.
Voice Rooms
Talk to your team directly inside the workspace with no time limits. Manage participants, mute microphones. Runs on secure dedicated servers. Unlike Zoom's 40-minute free limit — stay connected as long as you need.
Time Tracking
Log time on tasks, set hourly rates per member, generate payment reports, and view monthly statistics by project and team member.
Code Blocks & Syntax Highlighting
Paste code snippets in any language with proper highlighting. JSON pretty-view for readable API responses. Perfect for development teams.
Rich Text Editor
Format task descriptions and discussion messages with bold, italic, lists, headings, and structured content. Both tasks and chat support full formatting.
Task Discussion Chat
A full discussion system in every task: reply with quoting, jump to quoted messages, share images and code blocks directly in the conversation.
Full-Text Search
Search across all tasks, discussions, and descriptions with relevance ranking. Supports Russian morphology and fuzzy matching.
Nested Tasks & Tree View
Break complex tasks into sub-tasks up to 4 levels deep — like mini-projects inside your project. A dedicated tree view visualizes the full task hierarchy, so you always see the big picture.
Pricing Comparison
iTasks
- Unlimited tasks
- Custom workflow statuses
- Multiple assignees & watchers
- Task deadlines
- File & image uploads
- Nested tasks — 4 levels deep
- Task discussion chat with quoting
- Voice rooms for team calls
- Process automation (scenarios)
- Time tracking & reports
- Code blocks & syntax highlighting
- Full-text search
UTasks
- Unlimited tasks (Pro)
- Status & priority (Pro)
- Multiple assignees (Pro)
- Task deadlines (Pro)
- File uploads (Pro)
- Project areas (Pro)
- Voice rooms
- Task discussion chat
- Nested tasks
- Time tracking
- Code blocks
- Payment reports
Which Tool Is Right for Your Team?
Small Teams (1–3 people)
iTasks is the clear choice. You get every feature completely free — custom workflows, multiple assignees, deadlines, time tracking, task attachments (images and files), and unlimited tasks. With UTasks, you'd need to pay $2.49/month per person for the same capabilities.
Development Teams
iTasks's code blocks with syntax highlighting, JSON pretty-view, and rich text editor make it purpose-built for technical teams. Combined with time tracking for billing clients, it offers what UTasks can't at any price.
Customer Support Teams
If you want to organize customer support through a Telegram bot, iTasks is noticeably stronger: it includes HelpDesk, linked tasks, and a shared inbox for the team. Learn more →
Growing Teams (4–50 people)
iTasks PRO (499 Telegram Stars/month) supports up to 50 members with unlimited projects — and includes all features from the free plan plus more. Compare this with paying per-person on other platforms.
Remote & Distributed Teams
iTasks includes built-in voice rooms so your team can jump into a call without leaving the task manager. No Zoom links, no Discord setup — just open the voice room in your workspace and start talking. Learn more →
Teams That Need Time Tracking
If you need to track hours, calculate payments by hourly rates, or generate reports for clients — iTasks is the only Telegram-based option with built-in time tracking. Learn more →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is iTasks really free compared to UTasks?
Yes. iTasks provides custom workflow statuses, multiple assignees, task attachments (files and images), deadlines, and unlimited tasks completely free for teams up to 3 members. UTasks requires a Pro subscription ($2.49/month) for these same features.
What features does iTasks offer that UTasks doesn't?
iTasks includes HelpDesk through your own Telegram bots, built-in voice rooms for team communication, nested tasks up to 4 levels deep with a tree view, time tracking with hourly rates and payment reports, a full discussion chat per task with quoting and jump-to-message, code blocks with syntax highlighting, JSON pretty-view, rich text formatting in tasks and discussions, and advanced full-text search. These are not available in UTasks at any price.
Does iTasks include HelpDesk if we support customers through a Telegram bot?
Yes. iTasks includes HelpDesk for teams that want to connect their own Telegram bots, receive customer requests, reply from the app, and link support conversations to tasks. The free plan includes one support channel.
Can I assign multiple people to a task in iTasks for free?
Yes. iTasks supports assigning a responsible person plus adding watchers on every task — all in the free plan. In UTasks, multiple assignees require the Pro subscription ($2.49/month).
What are the limits of iTasks's free plan?
iTasks's free plan includes 1 workspace, 1 project, and up to 3 team members with unlimited tasks and all features: custom statuses, deadlines, task attachments (files and images), nested tasks with tree view, time tracking, workflows, code blocks, and notifications.
How much does iTasks PRO cost compared to UTasks Pro?
iTasks PRO costs 499 Telegram Stars per month and supports up to 50 members with unlimited projects. UTasks Pro costs $2.49 per month (or $21.90/year). However, iTasks's free plan already includes features that UTasks only offers in Pro.
Is it easy to switch from UTasks to iTasks?
Yes. Both are Telegram-based task managers. Open @iTasksBot in Telegram, create a workspace, and start creating tasks. No installation, no registration — your team can be up and running in under a minute.
Does iTasks work in Telegram group chats like UTasks?
iTasks works as a dedicated Telegram Mini App with its own full-featured interface. You get instant Telegram notifications for all task updates, status changes, and new discussion messages — delivered directly to your Telegram chat.
Can I set task deadlines in iTasks without paying?
Yes. Task deadlines are included in iTasks's free plan. In UTasks, deadlines require the Pro subscription.
Can I take my data with me if my team leaves iTasks?
Yes. Workspace owners can export projects, tasks, and discussions to JSON at any time. It works on both Free and PRO, so you can keep your working data before deleting a workspace or moving to another tool.
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