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Remember The Milk vs Zoom

Remember The Milk logo

Remember The Milk

Software

The smart to-do app for busy people

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Free
Rated
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Zoom logo

Zoom

Software

Video conferencing that's easy, reliable, and secure

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Remember The Milk interface looks dated compared to modern task managers; Zoom cost creep from add-ons increases pricing from $14/user to $25+/user when including Phone and advanced features
  • They diverge on capability: Remember The Milk covers Smart lists, Zoom covers HD video & audio.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Remember The Milk and Zoom actually diverge.

Attributes where Remember The Milk and Zoom differ
AttributeRemember The MilkZoom
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android, macOS, WindowsWeb, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS
Founded20042011

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 Remember The Milk

  • Smart lists
  • Location reminders
  • Task sharing
  • Advanced search
  • Subtasks
  • Evernote
  • Twitter
  • Web support

Only in Zoom

  • HD video & audio
  • Screen sharing
  • Recording & transcripts
  • Virtual backgrounds
  • Breakout rooms
  • Polling & Q&A
  • Chat
  • Whiteboard

Both cover

  • Google Calendar
  • Outlook

What people use each for

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

Remember The Milk

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

Zoom

  • Team meetingsnot Remember The Milk
  • Webinarsnot Remember The Milk
  • Virtual eventsnot Remember The Milk
  • Online trainingnot Remember The Milk
  • Telehealthnot Remember The Milk

Where each one falls short

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

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

Zoom

  • Cost creep from add-ons increases pricing from $14/user to $25+/user when including Phone and advanced features
  • Feature set is overwhelming with complex navigation and too many options
  • Limited analytics and coaching features compared to dedicated contact center platforms
  • Call recording and admin oversight lack strict governance needed for regulated industries

Pricing, plan by plan

Remember The Milk

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Task creation and organization
    • Basic reminders
    • List sharing
  • Pro$39.99/year
    • All free features
    • Advanced sorting
    • Attachments

Zoom

Free
  • BasicFree
    • 100 participants
    • 40-minute group meetings
    • Unlimited 1-on-1 meetings
  • Pro$14.99/month
    • 100 participants
    • 30-hour group meetings
    • Cloud recording (5GB)
  • Business$19.99/month
    • 300 participants
    • Single sign-on
    • Recording transcripts
  • Enterprise$25/month
    • 500 participants
    • Advanced admin features
    • Executive business review

Which should you pick?

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.

Choose Zoom if

  • You need hd video & audio.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS.
  • You also want screen sharing.

Questions people ask

Is Remember The Milk or Zoom better?
Neither clearly leads. Remember The Milk starts at Free and Zoom at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Remember The Milk or Zoom?
Remember The Milk starts at Free and Zoom at Free.
Does Remember The Milk or Zoom run on more platforms?
Remember The Milk runs on Web, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows. Zoom runs on Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS.
Can I use Remember The Milk for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Remember The Milk best used for?
Remember The Milk is most often used for scheduling, appointment booking, time tracking, resource management. Of those, scheduling and appointment booking are not what Zoom is typically brought in for.
What can Remember The Milk do that Zoom cannot?
Remember The Milk covers Smart lists, Location reminders, Task sharing, Advanced search. Zoom covers HD video & audio, Screen sharing, Recording & transcripts, Virtual backgrounds. Both handle Google Calendar, Outlook.

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.

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Zoom: What are Zoom's main pricing tiers?

Zoom offers a free Basic plan with 40-minute limits for group meetings, Pro at $14.16/user/month, Business at $15.58/user/month with 300 participant capacity, and Enterprise with custom pricing. Additional costs apply for Phone ($10.50/user/month), Webinars, and Rooms.

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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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Zoom: What integrations does Zoom support?

Zoom integrates with Salesforce, Slack, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, HubSpot, Zendesk, and many other business applications, though integration depth varies by partner.

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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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Zoom: Can Zoom be used for webinars?

Yes, Zoom Webinars is available as a separate product starting at $66.67 per month, providing larger audience capabilities and specialized webinar features.

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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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