Twos, a versatile to-do list app, is redefining productivity by incorporating a touch of AI that is both practical and non-intrusive. Unlike many AI tools that promise the impossible—like magically reorganizing your life—Twos adopts a more restrained yet highly effective approach. By focusing on smart suggestions, the app helps users take the first step toward accomplishing tasks rather than attempting to do everything for them.
What is Twos?
Twos is a note-taking and list-making app designed to manage to-dos, grocery lists, contacts, and more. Created by Parker Klein, who began developing it as a personal tool nearly a decade ago, Twos has evolved into a startup with a loyal user base.
How AI Enhances Twos
Twos’ AI-powered “smart suggestions” simplify tasks by offering relevant actions based on what users write. For example:
- If you note down a movie title, Twos suggests links to JustWatch or IMDb.
- Writing down a grocery item might bring up links to Amazon, Walmart, or Instacart.
- Adding a person’s name and phone number lets you save them to your contacts with one tap.
The system uses simple word and phrase recognition to recommend appropriate integrations, and users can customize which integrations they prefer. For instance, if you never use Uber Eats, you can disable it entirely.
While not flawless—such as offering a Google Maps search for “blueberry muffins” when a recipe is more relevant—the suggestions are surprisingly helpful for day-to-day tasks.
More Than Just Smart Suggestions
Twos also includes an AI chatbot that enhances its utility. By asking the chatbot questions about your saved notes, you can easily recall information. For example, you might ask, “What was the name of that Thai restaurant we visited last week?” This feature works best for users who regularly input detailed information into the app, rewarding consistency.
Cross-Platform Accessibility
Twos is fundamentally a web app but is available across platforms, including Android, iOS, Windows, and Mac. This cross-platform compatibility allows users to quickly dump information into the app and retrieve it later, whether they’re searching for recipes, directions, or shopping lists.
Beta Features and Future Plans
The “smart suggestions” feature is currently in beta testing and requires users to join a waitlist. However, Twos offers an invitation code (“Verge”) for early access. Creators Parker Klein and Joe Steilberg are working on expanding integrations, with long-term goals like automating grocery delivery or purchases.
While these ambitions are exciting, Klein acknowledges the challenges in automating complex tasks, such as the logistical hurdles and potential for errors. For now, Twos focuses on being a jumping-off point for tasks, offering assistance without overstepping.
Why Twos Stands Out
Unlike overly ambitious apps that overpromise and underdeliver, Twos succeeds by keeping things simple. Its AI tools focus on helping users take the first step in a task rather than trying to handle everything. This makes Twos a refreshing alternative in a sea of productivity tools that often feel more like science fiction than practical solutions.
Whether you’re making a shopping list, saving contact information, or jotting down a quick reminder, Twos is designed to make small, everyday tasks easier—one click at a time.