New Year, New Apps: 5 Popular Apps I'm Replacing in 2026 and Why
Joe Maring / Android Authority
The start of every year is a blank canvas, a chance to start fresh. And that's exactly what I'll be doing with the apps and services I use. I regularly rely on several of them, but it's time for a change. Some apps simply don't meet my needs anymore, either due to a lack of functionality or rising costs. Switching to new apps is a fun process, giving me the energy boost I need to kick off the year right. I'll share the changes I'm making and why, offering some ideas if you're considering a similar approach.
Do you often switch apps or stick with the same ones for years?
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Task Management: Bidding Farewell to Todoist, Welcoming TickTick
Mitja Rutnik / Android Authority
Todoist has been my trusted companion for years, helping me stay on top of projects. It's simple, flexible, and aesthetically pleasing, with a great UI. However, I'm considering canceling my subscription due to pricing issues. Todoist recently announced a significant price hike, increasing monthly rates by 40% and yearly by 25%. As a long-time user, I'm on an old legacy plan, which means I'll lose access to new features unless I upgrade to the more expensive plan.
I'm switching to TickTick, which I've already tried and liked. While I could set up a to-do template in Notion, it lacks the dedicated features of a proper task manager. TickTick offers a better experience, and I'm open to exploring other options if something better arises before my Todoist subscription ends.
Financial Management: Saying Goodbye to YNAB, Hello Wallet
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority
YNAB has been invaluable, but it's become expensive, costing $15 monthly or $109 annually. The main issue is connectivity; YNAB's service doesn't support European banks, forcing manual transaction entry, which is time-consuming and frustrating. I'm considering switching to Wallet by BudgetBakers, which supports my banks and is cheaper, with a lifetime pass available for around $20.
Password Management: Farewell to Bitwarden, Hello Proton Pass
Calvin Wankhede / Android Authority
Bitwarden is reliable, but I encounter occasional issues. The autofill feature isn't always reliable on Android, and the prompt to save new passwords doesn't always appear. I need a free, cross-device solution, and LastPass restricts free users to a single device type.
Proton Pass is my new choice, known for its privacy focus. The free version offers unlimited devices, logins, and 'hide-my-email' aliases, meeting my needs. I appreciate Proton's privacy-first approach and have had positive experiences with other apps.
Music Streaming: Bidding Farewell to YouTube Music, Embracing Deezer
Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority
I've drifted back to YouTube Music, but this year, I'm switching to Deezer. The main reason is the user interface; Deezer's design is less cluttered and more deliberate, making the app enjoyable. I also prefer how Deezer handles lyrics and music discovery, with its Flow feature offering a perfect mix of my favorites and new tracks.
Photo Management: Combining Google Photos and Proton Drive
Megan Ellis / Android Authority
I'm not completely ditching Google Photos, as I use Google One AI Pro for 2TB of storage to back up my main library. However, I want to keep sensitive photos private, using the Locked Folder feature. Unfortunately, it lacks management features and a search function, so I'm moving these photos to Proton Drive, which offers end-to-end encryption and 5GB of free storage.
Are you considering ditching any apps this year? Share your thoughts in the comments!
