Comparison

reminds vs Open Minis

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

Head to head
About

reminds

Features
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reminds is an AI-powered card-based note-taking app designed for lifelong learners. Through effortless capture, rich connections, scientific review, and convenient retrieval, it helps passionate thinkers turn every note into a stepping stone for the future — enabling lifelong learning and lifelong growth. Core Features [Capture] Effortless, Pressure-Free Recording Two forms of capture: "Fleetings" and "Notes" · Fleetings: Voice, images, or text — capture thoughts anytime, anywhere without worrying about format or interrupting your flow · Notes: Deep processing and systematic organization with Markdown editing and bi-directional links — comprehensive, rich, and flexible [Connect] Rich and Diverse Connections Build an externalized cognitive network through bi-directional links between note cards, fostering cognitive iteration · Global Knowledge Galaxy reveals the full picture of your knowledge · Local Knowledge Galaxy shows connections around individual concepts [Review] Scientific and Intelligent Review Effectively combat forgetting and truly transform important content into long-term memory · Scientifically scheduled review intervals based on the Ebbinghaus forgetting curve · Cloze deletion-style reviews that create productive "friction" for deeper recall [Retrieve] Quick and Convenient Access Notes aren't just for storage — reducing the cost of finding them increases the chance of actually using them · Multi-dimensional search by tags, links, dates, keywords, and more to easily locate notes you expect to find · AI-powered conversations to gain unexpected inspiration through chat Highlighted Features · WeRead Sync: Automatically sync highlights to Fleetings for easy organization and efficient distillation of reading insights · Powerful Editor: Markdown support, LaTeX math syntax, and code blocks · MindPilot AI Chat: Note-based answers that enhance thinking and exploration · Personalized AI Agents: MindPilot goes beyond Q&A to complete specific tasks · Focus Mode: Enjoy undisturbed, focused thinking Peace of Mind · Local-first storage — record with confidence even without internet · Seamless multi-device sync — smooth recording anytime, anywhere · Universal Markdown format with full data export at any time — migrate without restrictions Our Philosophy · For personal use: A card-based note tool designed for individuals — no social interactions or collaboration, just your own dedicated thinking space · Built for short cards: Designed and optimized for brief card-style notes, ideally under 400 characters · Reliable AI: AI grounded solely in your note content — the more you record, the smarter and more attuned reminds becomes In an era of rapid change, maintaining reflection and critical thinking is the path to self-growth. Privacy Policy: https://reminds-app.com/doc/content/9f9732af-6e07-405c-b205-079995ead21a Subscription Policy: https://reminds-app.com/doc/content/f8a0e529-053e-4c13-a1a3-4251cac2a96a Questions? Contact the reminds team: hello@reminds.ai

About

Open Minis

This AI agent runs locally on your device, taking actions like browsing the web, managing your schedule, and controlling smart home devices. It integrates deeply with iOS frameworks and allows you to bring your own API keys from various AI providers. Customize its capabilities with a skills system and enjoy persistent memory for a personalized experience.

Highlights
  • On-device AI agent
  • Multi-model AI provider support
  • Deep iOS framework integration
  • Built-in web browser
  • Customizable skills system
  • Persistent memory
  • Siri Shortcuts integration
Features
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Minis — Local-First On-Device AI Agent Minis is a local-first, on-device AI agent that goes beyond chat. All your data stays on your iPhone — nothing is uploaded to a server by default. Running locally means lower latency and stronger privacy, while the agent still takes real action: browsing the web, accessing your health data, managing your schedule, controlling your smart home, and automating complex tasks. Local-First AI Agent Unlike cloud-only chatbots, Minis runs directly on your device and keeps your data there. The agent executes multi-step tasks autonomously, using tools and native iOS frameworks to get things done — not just answer questions, and not just relay everything to the cloud. Multi-Model, Your Choice Bring your own API key. Choose from leading AI providers: • Anthropic Claude • OpenAI GPT • Google Gemini • DeepSeek • Kimi (Moonshot AI) • OpenRouter • Any OpenAI-compatible endpoint Deep iOS Integration The agent accesses Apple frameworks natively: • HealthKit — steps, heart rate, sleep, workouts, SpO₂ • Calendar & Reminders — create events, check availability, manage tasks • HomeKit — control lights, switches, scenes, and smart accessories • Photos — search, organize, and export from your library • Location & Maps — current location, directions, nearby POIs • Vision — OCR text recognition, object detection, barcode scanning • Speech — real-time transcription and text-to-speech • Weather — current conditions, hourly and daily forecasts Built-in Web Browser Navigate pages, take screenshots, extract content, fill forms, and interact with websites — all driven by the AI agent in the background. Skills System Import or create custom AI skills to extend the agent's capabilities. Share skills with others or build your own for specialized workflows. Persistent Memory The agent remembers your preferences, project context, and recurring patterns across sessions — building a personalized assistant that improves over time, all stored locally on your device. Siri Shortcuts Automate AI tasks with Siri and the Shortcuts app. Send prompts with file attachments, wait for results, and chain into complex workflows — all hands-free. Privacy by Design Your API keys and data stay on-device. Fine-grained permission controls let you decide exactly which personal data the agent can access. No account required. No data collected.

Screenshots

reminds4 screens
Open Minis4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Open Minis at none against reminds's 4. Open Minis also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, 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. reminds sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Open Minis asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

reminds ships an update every 2 weeks, Open Minis weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
reminds versus Open Minis: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterremindsOpen Minis
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.8 (95 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—96.1% of reviews
Number of ratings—95 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size40 MB398 MB
Age rating9+17+
DeveloperMind Cosmos森 王

In-app purchases

4 purchases

reminds

Subscriptions4
  • reminds Basic Membership Monthly$4.991 Month
  • reminds Premium Membership Monthly$9.991 Month
  • reminds Basic Membership Annually3 Days trial$49.991 Year
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  • reminds Premium Membership Annually3 Days trial$99.991 Year
None

Open Minis

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is reminds free?
reminds is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Open Minis free?
Open Minis is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do reminds or Open Minis have ads?
Neither reminds nor Open Minis shows ads.
Which is updated more often, reminds or Open Minis?
reminds ships an update every 2 weeks, and Open Minis weekly. Most recently, reminds was updated on October 28, 2026 and Open Minis on October 31, 2026.

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