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Kami vs Remember The Milk

Kami logo

Kami

Productivity

The ultimate document annotation and collaboration tool

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Remember The Milk logo

Remember The Milk

Productivity

The smart to-do app for busy people

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Kami the free Basic plan exposes only about 10 of the 40 or more tools; Remember The Milk interface looks dated compared to modern task managers
  • They diverge on capability: Kami covers PDF annotation, 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 Kami and Remember The Milk actually diverge.

Attributes where Kami and Remember The Milk differ
AttributeKamiRemember The Milk
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
PlatformsWeb, Chrome Extension, IOS, AndroidWeb, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows
Founded20132004

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Productivity).

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 Kami

  • PDF annotation
  • Drawing tools
  • Text tools
  • Voice comments
  • Text-to-speech
  • OCR
  • Split/merge PDFs
  • Video embedding

Only in Remember The Milk

  • Smart lists
  • Location reminders
  • Task sharing
  • Advanced search
  • Subtasks
  • Google Calendar
  • Outlook
  • Evernote

Both cover

  • Web support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Kami

  • Free document collaboration for individualsnot Remember The Milk
  • Professional document management with advanced toolsnot Remember The Milk
  • Dedicated account management for workplace teamsnot Remember The Milk
  • K-12 and higher education document workflowsnot Remember The Milk

Remember The Milk

  • Schedulingnot Kami
  • Appointment bookingnot Kami
  • Time trackingnot Kami
  • Resource managementnot Kami
  • Team coordinationnot Kami

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Kami

  • The free Basic plan exposes only about 10 of the 40 or more tools
  • Google Classroom, Schoology, Canvas and Microsoft Teams integrations require the Teacher plan at $149 per year
  • School and district licensing including domain wide deployment is custom priced and requires a quote
  • Non education users pay separate Workplace plans at $85 or $220 per year rather than the education rate
  • A dedicated account manager is only available on the School or District plan

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

Kami

Free
  • Basic (Free)Free
    • 10+ essential tools
    • Google Drive and OneDrive integration
    • Unlimited collaborators
  • Pro$12/month
    • All 40+ tools and features
    • Unlimited pages and document types
    • Priority support
  • Work$25/month
    • Everything in Pro
    • Free onboarding and training
    • Dedicated Account Manager
  • Teacher Plan$149/year
    • All 40+ tools and features
    • Full LMS integrations (Classroom, Schoology, Canvas, Teams)
    • Free onboarding and training

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 Kami if

  • You need pdf annotation.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Chrome Extension, IOS, Android.
  • You also want drawing tools.
Kami review

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.
Remember The Milk review

Questions people ask

Is Kami or Remember The Milk better?
Neither clearly leads. Kami 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, Kami or Remember The Milk?
Kami starts at Free and Remember The Milk at Free.
Does Kami or Remember The Milk run on more platforms?
Kami runs on Web, Chrome Extension, IOS, Android. Remember The Milk runs on Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows.
Can I use Kami for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Kami best used for?
Kami is most often used for free document collaboration for individuals, professional document management with advanced tools, dedicated account management for workplace teams, k-12 and higher education document workflows. Of those, free document collaboration for individuals and professional document management with advanced tools are not what Remember The Milk is typically brought in for.
What can Kami do that Remember The Milk cannot?
Kami covers PDF annotation, Drawing tools, Text tools, Voice comments. Remember The Milk covers Smart lists, Location reminders, Task sharing, Advanced search. Both handle Web support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Kami: Does Kami offer a free plan and what does it include?

Yes, Kami's free Basic plan includes 10+ essential tools, unlimited collaborators, Google Drive/OneDrive integration, and 1,000+ templates. Full feature access requires Pro or higher tiers.

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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.

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Kami: What is the cheapest paid plan for Kami and what does it cost?

Pro plan is $12/month ($85/year when billed annually) and includes all 40+ tools, unlimited pages, and priority support for workplace users.

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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.

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Kami: Are there Kami plans designed specifically for educators?

Yes, the Teacher plan costs $149/year and includes all 40+ tools, full LMS integrations (Google Classroom, Schoology, Canvas, Teams), free onboarding, and priority support with a 30-day free trial.

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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.

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Kami: How much do Kami School or District plans cost?

School and District plans do not publish pricing and require contacting Kami for custom quotes. These plans include domain-wide deployment, dedicated account managers, and full LMS integrations.

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Remember 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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