Google Keep just killed my favorite feature so I’m switching to this app instead

Google is removing my favorite Google Keep feature, location-based reminders. This feature lets you set reminder alerts, but only when you’re at a specific location. For instance, I have a reminder to check my tire pressure when at the gas station.

This feature axing is part of Google’s effort to move reminders from Keep to the Tasks app in the second half of 2025. So I went feature hunting to find apps that offer location-based reminders, and to my surprise, there are plenty of them.

Tasks.org

Free and syncs with Google Tasks

If you don’t want to completely abandon Google’s ecosystem, use Tasks.org as the companion app. Since it syncs with Google Tasks, you can keep using Keep for your regular notes and Google Tasks for basic reminders, then use Tasks.org specifically for location-based reminders.

This open-source app runs completely ad-free and doesn’t track you. The interface is clean, and it offers the ability to create tasks with all the basics, like due dates, priorities, tags, and, yes, location-based reminders.

To add locations to reminders in Tasks.org:

1. Open the app and create or edit a task.
2. Tap Add reminder and select the location-based reminder option.
3. Search for a place by name or pick a spot directly on the map within the app.
4. Choose whether you want to be reminded when you arrive, leave, or both at that location.
5. Grant the app location permissions to access your location.
6. The app will create a geofence around your chosen spot.
7. Save the reminder, and the app will ping you when you enter or leave that area.

The free version syncs with Google Tasks, but if you want more sync options like DAVx5, CalDAV, or EteSync, you’ll need the pro version, which costs $2.99/month.

Samsung Reminder

If you have a Galaxy phone

Samsung Reminder comes built into Galaxy phones like my Z Flip 6, and it’s actually a solid location-based reminder app. In fact, Samsung’s built-in apps often rival or surpass Google’s offerings, and Reminder is no exception.

It features Samsung’s standard One UI design, characterized by a clean, modern, and intuitive interface. You can organize reminders with colors, attach images, and even create recurring location-based alerts.

To set a location-based reminder using Samsung Reminder:

1. Open Samsung Reminder and tap to create a new reminder.
2. Enter your reminder details, like title and notes.
3. Tap Place, then grant location permission if you haven’t already.
4. Use Pick a place to search for a specific location, or if you’re already where you need the reminder, choose Arriving: Current location or Leaving: Current location.
5. Specify whether you want the notification when you arrive or leave.
6. Adjust the location radius if needed.
7. Tap Done and save your reminder.

The integration with other Samsung apps makes this useful if you’re deep in the Galaxy ecosystem. Your reminders sync across your Galaxy phone, tablet, and watch without extra setup.

Any.do

Easiest to use

Any.do has built its reputation on being the least demanding task management app, perfect for people who forget to use to-do apps, and its location reminder feature doesn’t complicate things either.

Any.do’s interface is arguably the slickest of the lot, with smooth animations and an intuitive design that makes adding tasks feel effortless. The standout feature is the daily Plan my Day prompt that helps you remember to check your tasks.

While it supports location reminders, it’s locked behind the premium subscription. If you’re willing to pay $5.99 per month or are already a premium subscriber, setting up a reminder is as easy as it comes:

1. Open Any.do and tap the task you want to attach a location reminder to.
2. Go to Reminder and select Location.
3. Search or enter your desired address.
4. Choose between Remind me when I arrive or Remind me when I leave.
5. Tap Set and save your changes.
6. You can add favorite locations for quick access in future reminders.

TickTick

User-friendly, feature-rich, and free location reminders

I use TickTick to manage tasks directly from my desktop, and it’s equally impressive on my phone as well. And unlike Any.do, it includes location reminders in its free tier, so that’s another reason to consider TickTick.

TickTick packs a ton of functionality into a clean interface that doesn’t feel overwhelming. You get multiple views for your tasks: list, Kanban, and timeline, with the calendar view being particularly well-designed and a colorful, interactive layout.

In comparison to Any.do and Tasks.org, setting a location-based reminder in TickTick is not so obvious:

1. Open TickTick and select or create a task.
2. Click the three dots menu and choose More.
3. Select Location from the options.
4. Search or enter your address.
5. Set the reminder radius on the map.
6. Choose whether to be reminded when you arrive or leave.
7. Grant background location permissions for accurate alerts.
8. Save the reminder, and the app will send push notifications when your location condition is met.

TickTick’s free plan covers most of what you’ll need for personal use. The premium plan at $3 per month adds custom filters, templates, and additional visualization formats.

Making the switch

While it’s frustrating to lose a feature I rely on, it’s not surprising to see Google axe a project, much less a feature, out of the blue. Fortunately, Android always has some excellent alternatives, like Tasks.org, Any.do, TickTick, and Samsung Reminder.

The transition might take a few days to get used to, but once you’ve set up your everyday location reminders in your new app, you’ll barely notice the difference. And you might discover features Keep never had that make your productivity setup even better. If that were to happen, don’t forget to thank Google for it.