# RE.minder vs Reminder, simple & useful

The clearest difference is ads: Reminder, simple & useful at none against RE.minder's shown. Reminder, simple & useful also leads on iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.0). RE.minder's advantage is ratings volume (777 vs 11). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RE.minder sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Reminder, simple & useful sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for RE.minder against 4.8 for Reminder, simple & useful. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RE.minder has 777 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 90% of RE.minder's written reviews are positive against 83% of Reminder, simple & useful's.

RE.minder ships an update every 10 days, Reminder, simple & useful every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RE.minder | Reminder, simple & useful |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (777 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reminder/id395529341/reviews) | **[4.8 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reminder-simple-and-useful/id1590481824/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **777** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | **89.5% of reviews** | 83.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 42 MB | 158 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **17.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [postmechanical, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/342587069) | [Vladimir Tezin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546233266) |

## What reviewers say

### RE.minder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reminder/id395529341)

This app helps you get things done on time with a focus on timely execution rather than just organization. It offers quick reminder setup, flexible options for delaying or repeating tasks, and enhanced note-taking capabilities. Additional features and customization are available through in-app purchases.

**Highlights:** Quick reminder setup (3 taps), Delay or repeat reminders, Extended notes entry and viewing, Customizable reminder sounds, iCloud sync (PRO), Advanced repeating options (PRO)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Fun Sound Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Fun and Games Icon Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Musical Sound Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Home and Office Icon Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Miscellaneous Icon Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Extra Loud Sound Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Musical Sound Pack 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rock Sound Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Miscellaneous 2 Icon Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tip Jar | $1.99 | one-time |
| RE.minder PRO | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Reliable and consistent
- 🔔 Effective reminder system
- ⏰ Useful 'bug me' feature
- 💡 Customizable reminder options
- 📱 Syncs across devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or freezes
- 🕰️ Delayed or missed notifications
- 🙄 Recent UI changes not well-received
- 🔍 Difficult to manage large number of reminders
- 🔊 Limited sound/vibration customization

**Reported bugs**

- Reminders reappearing after being deleted
- Inconsistent behavior when marking reminders as complete
- Compatibility issues with latest iOS updates

**Requested features**

- Sync reminders with calendar app
- Ability to set custom reminder intervals (e.g., 5, 15, 30 minutes)
- Improved organization/filtering of reminders
- Automatic backup and restore of reminders


### Reminder, simple & useful

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reminder-simple-and-useful/id1590481824)

Set reminders quickly and easily with minimal steps. Supports one-time and recurring tasks, with options for quick entry and customizable sounds. Includes advanced features like image reminders and widgets.

**Highlights:** Quick reminder setup, One-time and recurring tasks, Favorite reminder shortcuts, Emoji-based reminders, Customizable sound library, Advanced features (images, widgets)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Annually | $5.99 | per year |
| Thanks for author | $0.99 | one-time |
| Widget+ | $0.99 | one-time |
| Live Activity | $0.99 | one-time |
| Quick Reminders + | $0.99 | one-time |
| Reminders+ | $0.99 | one-time |
| Reminder Premium Lifetime | $8.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RE.minder free?

RE.minder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Reminder, simple & useful free?

Reminder, simple & useful is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, RE.minder or Reminder, simple & useful?

Reminder, simple & useful is rated higher. RE.minder averages 4.7 out of 5 from 777 ratings, while Reminder, simple & useful averages 4.8 from 11 ratings.

### Do RE.minder or Reminder, simple & useful have ads?

RE.minder shows ads; Reminder, simple & useful does not.

### Which is updated more often, RE.minder or Reminder, simple & useful?

RE.minder ships an update every 10 days, and Reminder, simple & useful every 3 weeks. Most recently, RE.minder was updated on September 25, 2026 and Reminder, simple & useful on September 26, 2026.

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