Comparison

Memory Helper vs aTask

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Memory Helper

This app helps you remember information by scheduling reviews at scientifically optimal times based on the Ebbinghaus forgetting curve. It offers flexible organization and review options to maximize learning efficiency and minimize wasted effort.

Highlights
  • Spaced repetition scheduling
  • Customizable review curves
  • Organize with types and tags
  • Search and image support
  • Markdown syntax support
  • Calendar view for scheduling
  • Cloud synchronization
Features
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[What is Memory Helper?] Have you ever struggled to recall something when you needed it, even though you had memorized it? Forgetting is an inevitable objective law, but letting it happen is a huge waste of your own efforts. Fortunately, review is an effective way to fight forgetting. On the other hand, excessive review is also a waste of effort. For example, like constantly cleaning the ground which is already very clean. A lot of effort, but little effect. Memory Helper is a memory aid based on the Ebbinghaus forgetting curve, aimed at helping you review at spaced intervals and make effective use of your study time. [How do I use Memory Helper?] It's very easy to get started with Memory Helper. Add a memory, and Memory Helper will remind you to review at the right time. When you have further requirements, you will find that Memory Helper has provided solutions, such as: - If you want to use different review strategies for different types of memory materials, you can adjust the review curve. - If you forget to add memories when you finish memorizing, you can add them and modify the creation time at any time. - If you have more and more memories and want them to be well-organized, types (like directories) and tags are prepared. - If you want to locate a memory more quickly, just search for it. - If you don't want to type in characters, you can add images. And image editing is supported. - If you want your text to be more expressive, Markdown syntax is supported, and adding images is optimized specially. - If you don't want to review strictly in due date order, but want to review the same kind of memory first, the review interface supports filtering by type and tag. - If you want to browse reviews scheduled for the next few days to facilitate the arrangement of new memory tasks, a calendar view is prepared for you. - If you are overwhelmed by too many review tasks and want to give up, Intelligent Adjustment can adjust future review times based on when you review and how well you recall the material, helping you manage the workload. - If you want to change your phone, first sync your data to the server. Then log in to the same account on your new phone to access the data you have synced. There are many more features waiting for you to explore. [What isn't Memory Helper?] Memory Helper is not a panacea that guarantees you will never forget anything. It cannot do the remembering for you. You still need to memorize and recall. [Contact me] If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact me: memoryhelper@163.com

About

aTask

Collaborate on shared task lists in real time with a simple, intuitive interface. Organize your to-dos with optional tags and due dates, and visualize your week with calendar views. Ideal for couples, roommates, or small teams needing a straightforward way to manage shared responsibilities.

Highlights
  • Real-time sync for shared lists
  • Calendar views for weekly planning
  • Color-coded tags for organization
  • Home screen widgets
  • Simple, no-friction design
  • Invite others to collaborate
Features
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aTask is a no-friction shared task list. Make a list, invite anyone, and check things off together — in real time. Why aTask • Simple by design. Plain task titles, optional tags, no projects-within-projects. • Real-time sync. When anyone on the list checks something off, everyone sees it instantly. • See everything in one place. The Tasks view shows open items across all your lists, with search and filters. • Plan your week on the calendar. Month, week, and day views; drag tasks to reschedule; bulk-move open items from a day. • Tag what matters. Color-coded tags for the categories you actually care about. • Open by default. Anyone you invite can add and complete tasks. Owners can designate trusted tag editors. • Home screen widgets for your list or calendar at a glance. Who it's for • Anyone you share a list with — at home, at work, or anywhere in between. • Teams sharing lightweight to-dos that don't need a full project manager. • Anyone who tried Reminders, Notes, and a half-dozen task apps and wanted something simpler. Privacy • Email + password sign-in (no social tracking). • Your data is stored securely in the cloud, encrypted in transit and at rest. • No ads. No selling your information. The app uses analytics to count first opens and sessions. We do not collect advertising IDs. • Read the full policy at https://atask.anicca26.org/privacy Get started 1. Create a list (e.g. "Groceries", "Weekend Plans", "Move Day"). 2. Add tasks — any length, optional tags and due dates. 3. Tap Share to invite by email or send an invite link. 4. Switch between Lists, Tasks, and Calendar to work the way you think. aTask is built and maintained by Anicca26. Questions, bugs, ideas: alina@anicca26.com.

Screenshots

Memory Helper4 screens
aTask4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: aTask at none against Memory Helper's 4. aTask also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Memory Helper's advantage is ratings volume (65 vs 3). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Memory Helper sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. aTask asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Memory Helper against 5.0 for aTask. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Memory Helper has 65 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Memory Helper ships an update weekly, aTask every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Memory Helper versus aTask: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMemory HelperaTask
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (65 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews84.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings65 — better3
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size96 MB71 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developer剑津 付ALINA JOSEPH

Customer experience

Memory Helper

All ratings65 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral3.1%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive84.2%
Neutral5.3%
Negative10.5%

aTask

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Memory Helper

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • 🐛 Cannot log in with WeChat
  • 🐛 Cannot register with email or WeChat
  • 🐛 English pronunciation is poor
  • 🐛 Cannot find refund option
  • 🐛 App not fully translated to English
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  • 🐛 Images in notes cannot be loaded
  • 🐛 App crashes after update
  • 🐛 App crashes on 7p
  • 🐛 Payment issues after purchase
  • 🐛 Notes are difficult to save

Requested features

10 requests
  • 💡 Open backend API for integrations
  • 💡 Add images
  • 💡 Add audio recording
  • 💡 One-time payment model
  • 💡 Sync with web/desktop version
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  • 💡 Mac version
  • 💡 Real-time word extraction from web
  • 💡 More functions
  • 💡 Intelligent adjustment of review nodes
  • 💡 Add pictures to notes

aTask

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Memory Helper

One-time4
  • 1 Month Subscription$1.99
  • 6 Months Subscription$6.99
  • 1 Year Subscription$9.99
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  • 3 Years Subscription$19.99
None

aTask

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Memory Helper free?
Memory Helper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is aTask free?
aTask is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Memory Helper or aTask?
aTask is rated higher. Memory Helper averages 4.9 out of 5 from 65 ratings, while aTask averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Memory Helper or aTask have ads?
Neither Memory Helper nor aTask shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Memory Helper or aTask?
Memory Helper ships an update weekly, and aTask every 3 days. Most recently, Memory Helper was updated on November 2, 2026 and aTask on October 31, 2026.

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