Independent app review · Evidence checked August 31, 2026
Remember The Milk review 2026: old-fashioned power that still works
Remember The Milk has survived several generations of productivity fashion because its basic model is durable: capture a task, describe it with useful fields, and retrieve it later with a smart search. The interface feels more utilitarian than newer rivals, but the underlying system remains unusually capable.
Remember The MilkOur take
Is it worth using?
Remember The Milk is still a good choice for people who value Smart Lists, tags, flexible reminders and a dependable web service more than visual novelty. The free tier is useful, while Pro adds subtasks, advanced sorting, unlimited sharing and automation. Todoist is easier to recommend broadly; RTM is more appealing to people who already think in saved searches and rules.
Inside the apps
What they actually look like
These screenshots come from the apps' current App Store listings. They are not mockups we made for the article.
What users report
What starts to matter after a week
We read recent reviews for Remember The Milk to look for praise and friction that product pages leave out. They are anecdotes, not a vote, so they challenge our testing rather than decide the verdict.
One reviewer has used Remember The Milk since 2014 and still values its efficient system, but says the Pro price increase is difficult to justify. Another says the app has repeatedly rescued their organization.
The quick version
The differences that matter
- Best for
- Rule-driven lists, tags and dependable web access
- Pro price
- $49.99 per year on the official site
- Main strength
- Powerful Smart Lists and flexible task metadata
- Main weakness
- A more utilitarian interface and a steeper setup path
- Sharing
- Limited on Basic, unlimited with Pro
- Best alternative
- Todoist for polish; OmniFocus for deeper private systems
Smart Lists are still the reason to choose it
A Smart List can show work tasks due this week, calls tagged for a location, or anything high priority that has not been postponed. Once the rule is saved, the right slice of the database returns without manual sorting.
That approach feels less fashionable than a visual planner, but it remains excellent for people who know what questions they repeatedly ask of a large list.
The free plan covers more than a trial
Basic includes web, desktop and mobile apps, device sync, integrations, task entry through several services, reminders and sharing with up to two other people. It is enough to learn whether RTM’s model makes sense.
Pro adds subtasks, unlimited sharing, advanced sorting, attachment connections, more automation, an unlimited completed-task archive and priority support. The current official price is $49.99 per year.
A mature system can look older than it feels
The interface is functional and information-dense rather than fashionable. One recent reviewer calls the experience confusing, while another says the app has repeatedly rescued their organizational life.
Those reactions reflect the same design. RTM exposes useful controls and expects the user to understand them. A person who wants a calm Today screen may prefer Things 3; a person who wants a precise saved search may feel at home.
The price increase changes the value calculation
One long-time Pro user still praises its efficiency, but says the latest price increase is difficult to absorb. Long-term loyalty does not make a price complaint less valid. It makes it more informative.
Pro is easiest to justify when its sorting, automation or archive is part of a working system. Do not subscribe merely to make the interface feel complete.
Flaws, but not dealbreakers
RTM takes longer to understand than Microsoft To Do and looks less polished than Todoist. Some useful features, including subtasks and advanced sorting, require Pro.
Its longevity is not proof that it is right for everyone, but it does suggest a stable service with a clear audience. People who like rules more than dashboards should still put it on the shortlist.
Good to know
A few common questions
Is Remember The Milk still active?
Yes. Its apps and service remain available, and the iOS app was updated in 2026.
How much is Remember The Milk Pro?
The official site currently lists Pro at $49.99 per year in US dollars.
Is Remember The Milk better than Todoist?
RTM is particularly strong for Smart Lists and rule-driven organization. Todoist is generally easier to learn and more polished for broad use.
Sources
Where we checked the facts
We use the app maker's own pages for prices and features. Reviews and community posts are useful for spotting problems, but one person's experience is still one person's experience.
- 01OfficialRemember The Milk product and iOS service pageView source
- 02OfficialRemember The Milk Basic and Pro comparisonView source
- 03App StoreRemember The Milk US App Store listing and reviewsView source