Technology · head to head
Raycast vs Remember The Milk
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Raycast the free plan includes 50 Raycast AI messages, 5 notes and 3 months of clipboard history; Remember The Milk interface looks dated compared to modern task managers
- They diverge on capability: Raycast covers Application launcher, 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 Raycast and Remember The Milk actually diverge.
| Attribute | Raycast | Remember The Milk |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | freemium | Unknown |
| Platforms | Macos | Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows |
| Category | Technology | Productivity |
| Founded | 2020 | 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 Raycast
- Application launcher
- File search
- Clipboard history
- Snippets
- Window management
- Calculator
- System commands
- Extension ecosystem
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.
Raycast
- App launchingnot Remember The Milk
- Quick calculationsnot Remember The Milk
- File navigationnot Remember The Milk
- Snippet expansionnot Remember The Milk
- Workflow automationnot Remember The Milk
Remember The Milk
- Schedulingnot Raycast
- Appointment bookingnot Raycast
- Time trackingnot Raycast
- Resource managementnot Raycast
- Team coordinationnot Raycast
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Raycast
- The free plan includes 50 Raycast AI messages, 5 notes and 3 months of clipboard history
- Advanced AI models are sold only as an add-on to the paid Pro plan at a further $8 per month on top of the $10 subscription
- Free team workspaces cap sharing at 30 snippets, 30 quicklinks and 5 commands across all extensions
- Teams Pro is $15 per user per month, billed per seat rather than per workspace
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
Raycast
Free- FreeFree
- Core features: Clipboard History, Quicklinks, Calculator, Snippets, Window Management
- Thousands of community extensions
- 3-month clipboard history
- Pro$10/month
- Raycast AI with advanced models
- Unlimited clipboard history
- Unlimited notes
- Pro Annual$8/month
- Same as Pro plan
- Annual billing saves 20% compared to monthly
- Teams FreeFree
- No cost per user
- Shared extensions, snippets, and quicklinks
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 Raycast if
- You need application launcher.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Macos.
- You also want file search.
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 Raycast or Remember The Milk better?
- Neither clearly leads. Raycast 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, Raycast or Remember The Milk?
- Raycast starts at Free and Remember The Milk at Free.
- Does Raycast or Remember The Milk run on more platforms?
- Raycast runs on Macos. Remember The Milk runs on Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows.
- Can I use Raycast for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Raycast best used for?
- Raycast is most often used for app launching, quick calculations, file navigation, snippet expansion. Of those, app launching and quick calculations are not what Remember The Milk is typically brought in for.
- What can Raycast do that Remember The Milk cannot?
- Raycast covers Application launcher, File search, Clipboard history, Snippets. Remember The Milk covers Smart lists, Location reminders, Task sharing, Advanced search.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Raycast: Does Raycast offer a free plan?
Yes. Raycast has a free plan with core features including clipboard history, quicklinks, calculator, snippets, window management, and access to thousands of community extensions.
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.
SourceRaycast: How much does Raycast Pro cost?
Raycast Pro costs $10 per month or $8 per month when billed annually, saving 20% with yearly subscription.
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.
SourceRaycast: Does Raycast offer team plans?
Yes. Teams Free tier is available at no cost per user with shared extensions and snippets. Teams Pro costs $15 per user per month with unlimited team members.
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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