Memory
Things 3
| Feature | Memory | Things 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Free / from $8/mo | From $9.99/mo |
| Free Plan | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| Rating | 4.2 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 |
| Best For | knowledge-workers, freelancers, remote-workers, self-improvement | apple-users, gtd-practitioners, individuals, design-lovers |
| Founded | 2019 | 2009 |
| Automatic Tracking | ✓ | ✗ |
| Ai Categorization | ✓ | ✗ |
| Productivity Insights | ✓ | ✗ |
| Work Life Balance | ✓ | ✗ |
| Reports | ✓ | ✗ |
| Integrations | ✓ | ✗ |
| Inbox | ✗ | ✓ |
| Today View | ✗ | ✓ |
| Areas And Projects | ✗ | ✓ |
| Headings | ✗ | ✓ |
| Tags | ✗ | ✓ |
| Quick Entry | ✗ | ✓ |
✓ Memory Pros
- Fully automatic tracking
- AI categorization
- Privacy-focused design
- Good work-life insights
✗ Memory Cons
- Newer platform
- AI accuracy improves over time
- Limited project features
✓ Things 3 Pros
- One-time purchase (no subscription)
- Stunning Apple-native design
- GTD workflow built in
- Keyboard shortcuts and natural language
✗ Things 3 Cons
- Apple ecosystem only
- No collaboration features
- No web version
The Verdict
Memory is built for knowledge workers and freelancers, with a focus on automatic-tracking and ai-categorization. Things 3 targets apple users and gtd practitioners and leads with inbox and today-view.
Pricing is close: Memory starts at $8/mo versus $9.99/mo for Things 3 — not a deciding factor on its own.
Memory has a free plan, which gives it a meaningful edge for individuals and small teams exploring their options. Things 3 requires a paid subscription from day one.
Things 3 edges out on user ratings (4.8 vs 4.2). While both are well-regarded, that gap reflects real differences in user satisfaction worth considering.
Bottom line: Things 3 has a slight overall edge — but if fully automatic tracking matters most to you, Memory may still be the right call.