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Microsoft To Do vs Remember The Milk
The short version
- They diverge on capability: Microsoft To Do covers My Day suggestions, Remember The Milk covers Smart lists.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Microsoft To Do and Remember The Milk actually diverge.
| Attribute | Microsoft To Do | Remember The Milk |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | free | Unknown |
| Platforms | Web, Ios, Android, Windows, Macos | Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows |
| Founded | 1975 | 2004 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).
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 Microsoft To Do
- My Day suggestions
- List sharing
- Steps
- Due dates
- Reminders
- Microsoft 365
- Microsoft Teams
- Cortana
Only in Remember The Milk
- Smart lists
- Location reminders
- Task sharing
- Advanced search
- Subtasks
- Google Calendar
- Evernote
Both cover
- Outlook
- Web support
- Ios support
- Android support
- Macos support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Microsoft To Do
- Scheduling
- Appointment booking
- Time tracking
- Resource management
- Team coordination
Remember The Milk
- Scheduling
- Appointment booking
- Time tracking
- Resource management
- Team coordination
Both are used for scheduling, appointment booking, time tracking, resource management, team coordination, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Microsoft To Do
Nothing recorded yet. See the Microsoft To Do review.
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
Microsoft To Do
Free- FreeFree
- Unlimited tasks
- My Day
- List sharing
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 Microsoft To Do if
- You need my day suggestions.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Ios, Android, Windows, Macos.
- You also want list sharing.
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 Microsoft To Do or Remember The Milk better?
- Neither clearly leads. Microsoft To Do 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, Microsoft To Do or Remember The Milk?
- Microsoft To Do starts at Free and Remember The Milk at Free.
- Does Microsoft To Do or Remember The Milk run on more platforms?
- Microsoft To Do runs on Web, Ios, Android, Windows, Macos. Remember The Milk runs on Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows.
- Can I use Microsoft To Do for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Microsoft To Do best used for?
- Microsoft To Do is most often used for scheduling, appointment booking, time tracking, resource management.
- What can Microsoft To Do do that Remember The Milk cannot?
- Microsoft To Do covers My Day suggestions, List sharing, Steps, Due dates. Remember The Milk covers Smart lists, Location reminders, Task sharing, Advanced search. Both handle Outlook, Web support, Ios support, Android support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
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.
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.
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.
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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