Utilities · head to head
Everything vs Remember The Milk
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Everything searches filenames only, not file contents, which is the deliberate trade for its speed; Remember The Milk interface looks dated compared to modern task managers
- They diverge on capability: Everything covers Instant results, Remember The Milk covers Smart lists.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Everything and Remember The Milk actually diverge.
| Attribute | Everything | Remember The Milk |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free; donations accepted | Unknown |
| Platforms | Windows | Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows |
| Category | Utilities | Productivity |
| Founded | Unknown | 2004 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Everything
- Instant results
- MFT-based indexing
- Tiny footprint
- Regex and filters
Only in Remember The Milk
- Smart lists
- Location reminders
- Task sharing
- Advanced search
- Subtasks
- Google Calendar
- Outlook
- Evernote
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Everything
- Finding a file by name instantly instead of waiting on Windows Searchnot Remember The Milk
- Locating duplicates and stray files across large drivesnot Remember The Milk
- Navigating a machine with hundreds of thousands of filesnot Remember The Milk
Remember The Milk
- Schedulingnot Everything
- Appointment bookingnot Everything
- Time trackingnot Everything
- Resource managementnot Everything
- Team coordinationnot Everything
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Everything
- Searches filenames only, not file contents, which is the deliberate trade for its speed
- Windows and NTFS only: no macOS or Linux build, and non-NTFS volumes fall back to slower indexing
- Requires administrator rights to read the Master File Table
Remember The Milk
- Interface looks dated compared to modern task managers
- Limited mobile app features compared to desktop version
- No advanced project management features like Gantt charts or timeline views
Pricing, plan by plan
Everything
Free- FreeFree
- Core functionality
- Personal use
Remember The Milk
Free- FreeFree
- Task creation and organization
- Basic reminders
- List sharing
- Pro$39.99/year
- All free features
- Advanced sorting
- Attachments
Which should you pick?
Choose Everything if
- You need instant results.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Windows.
- You also want mft-based indexing.
Choose Remember The Milk if
- You need smart lists.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows.
- You also want location reminders.
Questions people ask
- Is Everything or Remember The Milk better?
- Neither clearly leads. Everything starts at Free and Remember The Milk at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Everything or Remember The Milk?
- Everything starts at Free and Remember The Milk at Free.
- Does Everything or Remember The Milk run on more platforms?
- Everything runs on Windows. Remember The Milk runs on Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows.
- Can I use Everything for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Everything best used for?
- Everything is most often used for finding a file by name instantly instead of waiting on windows search, locating duplicates and stray files across large drives, navigating a machine with hundreds of thousands of files. Of those, finding a file by name instantly instead of waiting on windows search and locating duplicates and stray files across large drives are not what Remember The Milk is typically brought in for.
- What can Everything do that Remember The Milk cannot?
- Everything covers Instant results, MFT-based indexing, Tiny footprint, Regex and filters. Remember The Milk covers Smart lists, Location reminders, Task sharing, Advanced search.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Everything: Is Everything free?
Yes, free to use with donations accepted.
Remember The Milk: Is there a free version of Remember The Milk?
Yes. Remember The Milk is free to download and use with core features like task creation, lists, reminders, and basic sharing. A Pro subscription at $39.99 annually unlocks advanced features like advanced sorting, attachments, and Apple Watch support.
SourceEverything: Why is it so much faster than Windows Search?
It reads the NTFS Master File Table directly instead of crawling the filesystem, so indexing a whole volume takes seconds.
Remember The Milk: What devices and platforms does Remember The Milk support?
Remember The Milk is available across desktop, mobile, web, and wearable platforms with native applications, ensuring tasks remain synchronized across all devices.
SourceEverything: Can it search inside files?
Only in a limited way. It is built for filename search, and full content search is not what it is for.
Remember The Milk: Can I share tasks with others in Remember The Milk?
Yes, Remember The Milk allows you to share lists and assign tasks to others to coordinate work and get things done faster.
SourceRemember The Milk: Does Remember The Milk integrate with other apps?
Yes, Remember The Milk integrates natively with Gmail, Google Calendar, Evernote, and Zapier, allowing you to capture tasks from multiple sources.
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