Comparison

Reminder Widget by Mindr vs Writa

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

Head to head
About

Reminder Widget by Mindr

This app offers a unique, non-intrusive way to track your tasks and chores. It uses a home screen widget to display time remaining until tasks are due or overdue, inspired by the Apple battery widget. Complete tasks directly from your home screen with iOS 17 integration.

Highlights
  • Non-intrusive widget reminders
  • Home screen task completion
  • Intuitive, battery widget-like UI
  • Privacy-focused, no data storage
  • iOS 17 integration
Features
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Introducing Mindr, the innovative reminder app that takes a fresh approach to keeping you on track without the hassle of constant notifications. Mindr utilizes a subtle widget on your home screen to discreetly show the time remaining until your tasks are due and how long they've been overdue. Say goodbye to intrusive reminders and stay organized effortlessly, especially for chores and other repeating tasks. Mindr's user interface draws inspiration from the familiar Apple battery widget, ensuring a seamless and intuitive experience. KEY FEATURES: Non-Intrusive Reminders: Mindr provides a unique way to remind you of your tasks without inundating you with notifications. The widget discreetly displays the time remaining until your tasks are due, allowing you to stay on top of your responsibilities without interruptions. Effortless Completion: With iOS 17 integration, Mindr lets you complete tasks right from your home screen. No need to open the app; simply mark tasks as done with a tap, making your daily routines smoother than ever. Familiar and User-Friendly: Mindr's user interface takes design cues from Apple's battery widget, featuring circular elements that display the remaining time for your tasks. This familiarity ensures that you can start using Mindr intuitively from day one. Privacy-First: Rest easy knowing that your data is secure. Mindr does not store any user data. All information is stored on your private iCloud and your device, with no third-party access. Subscription Options: You can enjoy limited functionality without a subscription, for the full Mindr experience, explore our subscription options. Mindr offers flexible plans to unlock its full potential. Choose between a monthly, yearly, or lifetime purchase to enjoy all the benefits of Mindr. Subscription plans automatically renew for your convenience. For information about the terms of use, refer to the Apple EULA (https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula) Never miss a task again with Mindr's discreet and efficient reminder system. Download Mindr now and experience a new way to stay organized while maintaining your peace of mind.

About

Writa

Features
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Writa — Notes, Tasks & Planner Write beautifully. Plan effortlessly. Writa is a writing app that brings your notes, tasks, and calendar together in one place. Write in a clean, distraction-free editor — then drag your tasks straight onto your calendar to schedule your day. Write without friction A minimal, beautiful editor that gets out of your way. Customise fonts, themes, and layout to match how you think. Your documents sync seamlessly across Mac, iPhone, and iPad. Tasks that live in your notes Add tasks directly inside your documents as you write. They automatically appear in your planner, so nothing falls through the cracks. No switching between apps, no copy-pasting — just write it down and it's tracked. Drag tasks into your calendar This is the feature you've been missing. See your Google Calendar alongside your task list, then drag tasks onto time slots to schedule them. Turn intentions into committed time blocks in seconds. Collaborate in real time Share documents and work together live. See changes as they happen, with no conflicts or lost work. Make it yours Deep customisation lets you adjust themes, typography, and workspace organisation to suit your workflow. Create workspaces, tag documents, and structure your writing life however you like. — • Real-time sync across all your Apple devices • Full offline support — write anywhere, sync when you're back • Google Calendar integration • Workspaces and tags for organisation • Share links and team collaboration • Dark mode and custom themes Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Reminder Widget by Mindr4 screens
Writa4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Writa at every 6 days against Reminder Widget by Mindr's every 3 weeks. Reminder Widget by Mindr's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Reminder Widget by Mindr sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Writa sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Reminder Widget by Mindr ships an update every 3 weeks, Writa every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Reminder Widget by Mindr versus Writa: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReminder Widget by MindrWrita
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (210 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings210 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Vision ProiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFlorian VatesJoshua Orr

Bugs and requests

Reminder Widget by Mindr

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • App freezing on splash screen after iOS update
  • Subscription issues (free lifetime access revoked)

Requested features

5 requests
  • Badge system to indicate pending tasks
  • Dynamic Island integration for iPhone users
  • Historical tracking and progress reporting
  • More than one reminder in the free version
  • Ability to add notes and categories for reminders

Writa

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Reminder Widget by Mindr

Subscriptions5
  • Pro Monthly Single$1.991 Month
  • Pro - Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Pro Year Single$14.991 Year
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  • Pro Year Single Trial7 Days trial$14.991 Year
  • Pro - Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time3
  • Lifetime Single$17.99
  • Lifetime-Discount$19.99
  • Lifetime$24.99
2 purchases

Writa

Subscriptions2
  • Writa Pro7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Writa Pro7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Reminder Widget by Mindr free?
Reminder Widget by Mindr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Writa free?
Writa is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Reminder Widget by Mindr or Writa have ads?
Neither Reminder Widget by Mindr nor Writa shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Reminder Widget by Mindr or Writa?
Reminder Widget by Mindr ships an update every 3 weeks, and Writa every 6 days. Most recently, Reminder Widget by Mindr was updated on October 17, 2026 and Writa on October 8, 2026.

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