Research · head to head
NVivo vs Remember The Milk

NVivo
Research
Easy-to-use, collaborative qualitative analysis software
- From
- On request
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Only Remember The Milk has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: NVivo student licenses are restricted to 12 months of access for one named user; Remember The Milk interface looks dated compared to modern task managers
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which NVivo and Remember The Milk actually diverge.
| Attribute | NVivo | Remember The Milk |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | On request | Free |
| Pricing model | quote | Unknown |
| Free tier | No | Yes |
| Platforms | Web | Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows |
| Category | Research | Productivity |
| Founded | Unknown | 2004 |
Identical on both: 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 NVivo
Nothing recorded that Remember The Milk does not also cover.
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.
NVivo
No use cases recorded yet. See the NVivo review.
Remember The Milk
- Schedulingnot NVivo
- Appointment bookingnot NVivo
- Time trackingnot NVivo
- Resource managementnot NVivo
- Team coordinationnot NVivo
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
NVivo
- Student licenses are restricted to 12 months of access for one named user
- Orders of ten or more licenses are not sold online and require contacting Lumivero for a quote
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
NVivo
On requestNo published plan breakdown. See the NVivo review.
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 NVivo if
Nothing in the data separates NVivo from Remember The Milk on the points above - pick on price and on how each one feels to use.
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 NVivo or Remember The Milk better?
- Neither clearly leads. NVivo starts at On request and Remember The Milk at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, NVivo or Remember The Milk?
- Remember The Milk has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for NVivo and Free for Remember The Milk.
- Does NVivo or Remember The Milk run on more platforms?
- NVivo runs on Web. Remember The Milk runs on Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows.
- Can I use Remember The Milk for free?
- Yes. Remember The Milk has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. NVivo starts at On request.
- What can NVivo do that Remember The Milk cannot?
- Remember The Milk covers Smart lists, Location reminders, Task sharing, Advanced search.
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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