Remento vs StoryWorth®: Why Laura D. chose Remento’s no-write memoir to preserve her grandmother’s memories

When Laura set out to capture her grandmother’s life stories, she found herself choosing between two popular memory platforms: Storyworth and Remento. Both promised to help preserve family history, but as Laura compared them, she discovered meaningful differences that shaped her final choice and transformed how her family connects across generations.

The Search for the Perfect Memory-Capturing Platform

Laura’s journey began when she heard an ad for Storyworth on a podcast. The idea of helping her grandmother record her life for future generations instantly appealed to her, but she wanted to make an informed decision before buying.

"I thought the idea was such a good one. But I didn't want to get it just because I heard an ad. I wanted to look into different options."

As she compared services, Laura realized that while Storyworth focused on written storytelling, Remento approached memory preservation through voice, conversation, and emotion. The more she learned, the more she was drawn to a platform that could preserve not just her grandmother’s stories, but her laughter, tone, and personality too.

Learn more about the differences between Storyworth and Remento

Why Laura Chose Remento

After weeks of research, three key differences led Laura to choose Remento over Storyworth.

1. No Writing Required

Storyworth’s format asks storytellers to write out their memories or dictate them word for word. For Laura’s grandmother, that sounded like a lot of effort. Remento, by contrast, made storytelling as easy as talking.

The platform records a storyteller’s voice, then transforms each spoken memory into a polished written story while keeping the original audio intact.

“I wanted to have the recordings of her for the future,” Laura explained.“Being able to hear her voice years from now will mean everything.”

That difference sealed the decision. Hearing her grandmother’s laughter, pauses, and inflection made the stories come alive in a way that typed words never could.

2. Real Stories Behind Family Photos

Instead of just adding photos to the end of a book, Remento allowed Laura’s grandmother to record the personal stories behind each one — who was in the photo, what was happening, and why it mattered.

“I wanted to learn her memories about photos — not just add pictures to a book at the end,” Laura said.

These recordings turned old photographs into vibrant, living memories. Each image became a doorway to a story, giving Laura and her family a deeper sense of connection to their past.

3. Built for Grandparents

Remento’s design also stood out for its simplicity. The platform was created specifically for older storytellers, offering a frictionless experience that works through a single recording link sent by text or email.

No apps, passwords, or downloads were required.

“Even though my grandmother is tech-savvy, I wanted to be sure it was easy for her. Remento made that really simple.”

A Gift That Keeps on Giving

For Hanukkah, Laura decided to gift Remento to her grandparents. Living abroad, she saw it as a way to stay close despite the miles between them.

“I thought this would be a nice way to connect on a weekly basis,” she said.

Soon, those weekly recordings became the highlight of her week. Each session uncovered new pieces of family history — her grandmother’s childhood in Morocco, her grandfather’s experiences during World War II — stories Laura had never heard before.

“It was beyond just FaceTiming and talking about our week. It was about learning who they were, not just what they were doing.”

A Legacy in Her Grandmother’s Voice

What began as a simple gift soon became something far greater: a way to preserve her grandmother’s voice and spirit for generations to come.

Remento’s blend of spoken storytelling, photo-driven memories, and family collaboration helped Laura create a keepsake that feels personal, emotional, and alive.

As she prepares to compile the final printed book, Laura feels nothing but gratitude.

“What started as a simple idea turned into a treasure. Now my family will always have her voice — not just her words — to remember.”

In the end, Laura didn’t just record stories. She built a bridge between generations — one voice, one memory, one story at a time.

The Takeaway: A Voice That Lives On

Laura’s story is a reminder that family history is about more than what’s written. It’s about the sound, emotion, and warmth that bring those memories to life.

With Remento, she found a way to preserve her grandmother’s stories in her own voice — creating a gift that will continue to connect her family across time and distance.

If you have ever thought, “I wish I could hear their voice again,” now is your chance to make sure you always can.

👉 Start preserving your family’s stories with Remento today.