# RE.minder vs Later

The clearest difference is rating: RE.minder at 4.7 against Later's 4.2. RE.minder also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (790 vs 18). Later's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RE.minder sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Later asks for nothing beyond the download.

RE.minder holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RE.minder has 790 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of RE.minder's written reviews are positive against 82% of Later's.

RE.minder ships an update weekly, Later every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RE.minder | Later |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (790 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reminder/id395529341/reviews)** | [4.2 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/later-create-quick-reminders/id814890797/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **790** | 18 |
| Positive reviews | **89.2% of reviews** | 81.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 43 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [postmechanical, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/342587069) | [Regular SIA](https://appshunter.io/developer/885010165) |

## 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


### Later

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/later-create-quick-reminders/id814890797)

Quickly set reminders using natural language phrases like "this evening" or "next week." This app prioritizes speed and simplicity, allowing users to create reminders in just a few taps without complex interfaces or sign-up processes.

**Highlights:** Natural language scheduling, Predefined time presets, Share extension, Today's widget, Recurring reminders, Cross-device sync (with Mac app)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and straightforward interface
- 🚀 Quick and easy to use
- ✨ Elegant and efficient design
- 💡 Intuitive and user-friendly
- 🎯 Focused on core functionality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Syncing issues between devices
- 🤔 Confusing time/date logic
- ❓ Lacks essential features (search, recurring)
- 🐛 Frequent crashes reported
- ❌ No dark mode

**Reported bugs**

- Syncing between devices is hit and miss
- App crashes frequently
- Reminders set never rang or alerted
- Lost all notes after a recent update
- Notifications sometimes work, sometimes don't

**Requested features**

- Search function
- Recurring reminders
- Dark mode
- Location-based reminders
- Safari extension/share sheet support


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RE.minder free?

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

### Is Later free?

Later is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, RE.minder or Later?

RE.minder is rated higher. RE.minder averages 4.7 out of 5 from 790 ratings, while Later averages 4.2 from 18 ratings.

### Do RE.minder or Later have ads?

RE.minder shows ads; Later does not.

### Which is updated more often, RE.minder or Later?

RE.minder ships an update weekly, and Later every 3 months. Most recently, RE.minder was updated on October 12, 2026 and Later on September 30, 2026.

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