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Mailbrew vs Remember The Milk
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Mailbrew free tier has limited digest count, source limits, and length restrictions; Remember The Milk interface looks dated compared to modern task managers
- They diverge on capability: Mailbrew covers Custom digests, 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 Mailbrew and Remember The Milk actually diverge.
| Attribute | Mailbrew | Remember The Milk |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Web | Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows |
| Category | News | Productivity |
| Founded | 2019 | 2004 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (Unknown), 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 Mailbrew
- Custom digests
- Multiple sources
- Email delivery
- Scheduling
- Content filtering
- RSS
- YouTube
Only in Remember The Milk
- Smart lists
- Location reminders
- Task sharing
- Advanced search
- Subtasks
- Google Calendar
- Outlook
- Evernote
Both cover
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Mailbrew
- Content curationnot Remember The Milk
- News aggregationnot Remember The Milk
- Information managementnot Remember The Milk
Remember The Milk
- Schedulingnot Mailbrew
- Appointment bookingnot Mailbrew
- Time trackingnot Mailbrew
- Resource managementnot Mailbrew
- Team coordinationnot Mailbrew
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Mailbrew
- Free tier has limited digest count, source limits, and length restrictions
- Requires upfront configuration and personalization effort to find settings suited to individual needs
- Shows all sources without deduplication, potentially resulting in duplicate content in digests
- Depends on upstream third-party APIs (Twitter, Reddit, YouTube) that can change terms or rate limits independently
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
Mailbrew
Free- FreeFree
- Multiple digest sources
- Email digest delivery
- Limited digest count
- Paid$undefined/mo
- Unlimited digests
- Unlimited sources
- No length limits
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 Mailbrew if
- You need custom digests.
- You want to start without paying.
- You also want multiple sources.
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 Mailbrew or Remember The Milk better?
- Neither clearly leads. Mailbrew 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, Mailbrew or Remember The Milk?
- Mailbrew starts at Free and Remember The Milk at Free.
- Does Mailbrew or Remember The Milk run on more platforms?
- Mailbrew runs on Web. Remember The Milk runs on Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows.
- Can I use Mailbrew for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Mailbrew best used for?
- Mailbrew is most often used for content curation, news aggregation, information management. Of those, content curation and news aggregation are not what Remember The Milk is typically brought in for.
- What can Mailbrew do that Remember The Milk cannot?
- Mailbrew covers Custom digests, Multiple sources, Email delivery, Scheduling. Remember The Milk covers Smart lists, Location reminders, Task sharing, Advanced search. Both handle Twitter, Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Mailbrew: Is Mailbrew free?
Yes, Mailbrew is free to use as of 2026 after Evernomic's acquisition in November 2025. Free tier includes limited digest count, source limits, and length caps. Paid tier offers unlimited digests, sources, and no length limits.
SourceRemember 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.
SourceMailbrew: What sources can Mailbrew monitor?
Mailbrew supports RSS feeds, Twitter/X, Reddit, YouTube, Google News, newsletters, and custom integrations.
SourceRemember 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.
SourceMailbrew: How does Mailbrew deliver content?
Mailbrew collects content from multiple sources into scheduled email digests. You receive digests at your chosen time with a summary of new items from all your sources.
SourceRemember 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.
SourceMailbrew: Can I access Mailbrew on mobile?
Mailbrew offers a browser-based interface for viewing digests and managing sources, but a dedicated mobile app is not mentioned in available documentation.
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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