🧠 ADHD Apps Directory

💡 Why it works: Body doubling is scientifically proven for ADHD. Gentle accountability without judgment. Having someone "there" makes boring tasks doable.

💡 Why it works: BUILT BY someone with ADHD, FOR ADHD brains. Magic ToDo turns "clean house" into 15 actionable steps. Completely FREE.

💡 Why it works: Doesn't block — just adds friction. That tiny pause is enough to break the mindless habit. Gradually retrains your brain.

💡 Why it works: Turn your brain off and let it guide you step-by-step. Timers prevent hyperfocus spirals. Shows ETA so you know when you'll actually be ready.

💡 Why it works: Doesn't punish mistakes — lets you adjust and move on. Reduces money anxiety. Paid off debt years faster.

💡 Why it works: Never waste 20 minutes on "forgot password" again. Autofill eliminates friction. Secure notes for storing random important info you'd otherwise lose.

💡 Why it works: Can't just hit snooze and go back to sleep. Forces you to physically get up. Barcode scan = walk to bathroom.

💡 Why it works: Spaced repetition feels like cheating — you remember everything. Algorithm shows cards right before you forget.

💡 Why it works: No lyrics to get stuck in your head. Designed to affect brain waves. Many ADHDers swear by it for deep focus.

💡 Why it works: The nuclear option when willpower isn't enough. Can't outsmart it even if you try. Scheduled blocks remove daily decision-making.

💡 Why it works: Regular reminders are too easy to dismiss. Due keeps nagging every few minutes. Perfect for "I'll do it in 5 minutes" people.

💡 Why it works: Novel soundscapes satisfy the ADHD craving for novelty. Adapts automatically so you don't have to choose. Backed by neuroscience.

💡 Why it works: Gamification without pressure or punishment. Celebrates tiny wins. Gentle enough for bad days.

💡 Why it works: Social accountability adds motivation. See friends' progress. Guilt of killing a friend's tree is powerful.

💡 Why it works: Like Focusmate but with hosts and community. Less awkward if social anxiety is an issue. Structured sessions reduce decision fatigue.

💡 Why it works: Visual consequence for phone checking. Gamification makes focus fun. Plants real trees with earned coins.

💡 Why it works: Blocks everywhere at once — phone, laptop, tablet. Locked mode prevents turning it off. Can't just switch to another device.

💡 Why it works: Fastest way to capture a thought before you forget it. Voice notes for when typing feels like too much. Always there in your Google account.

💡 Why it works: Gamification makes boring tasks feel like quests. Social accountability with party members. Losing HP for skipped tasks adds stakes.

💡 Why it works: Combines task list WITH time awareness. Shows "time left in day" so you don't overplan. Made by someone with ADHD.

💡 Why it works: No more deciding WHEN to do things — AI does it for you. Automatic rescheduling when you procrastinate. Forces realistic time estimates.

💡 Why it works: Flexible enough to match YOUR brain. Can be a chaotic brain dump or structured system. Templates reduce setup paralysis.

💡 Why it works: Local files = no subscription anxiety. Graph view shows connections between ideas. Highly customizable.

💡 Why it works: 100 tabs open? Not anymore. Reduces memory usage. Actually find that tab you needed.

💡 Why it works: Premium's strong settings mean you literally cannot turn it off once started. Schedule it before waking up to protect morning routine.

💡 Why it works: Zero effort — just install and forget. Reveals the truth about your "quick 5-minute breaks". FocusTime mode blocks distracting sites.

💡 Why it works: Wakes you when you're already surfacing — less morning grogginess. Sleep stats help identify patterns. Breaks the "stay up late, exhausted tomorrow" cycle.

💡 Why it works: See your whole day at a glance. Time blocking without calendar complexity. Beautiful design motivates use.

💡 Why it works: Guided daily planning prevents overwhelm. Pulls tasks from all your tools into ONE view. Warns when you've overplanned your day.

💡 Why it works: Gorgeous design makes you WANT to use it. "Today" view narrows focus. Quick entry from anywhere on Mac.

💡 Why it works: Everything in one app = less app-switching. Built-in Pomodoro timer. Natural language input like Todoist.

💡 Why it works: Designed specifically for ADHD/autism. Visual time blocks fight time blindness. Doesn't punish you for missing things.

💡 Why it works: Makes invisible time VISIBLE. No mental math needed. Kids and adults both love it. Physical and app versions.

💡 Why it works: Quick capture before you forget. Natural language = no friction. Karma points for gentle gamification.

💡 Why it works: Fights time blindness by making invisible time visible. One-click start = zero friction. Detailed reports show reality vs perception.

💡 Why it works: Visual progress is satisfying. Moving cards feels like an accomplishment. Great for visual thinkers.

💡 Why it works: Daily "Plan My Day" feature forces prioritization. Voice entry for quick capture. Cross-platform sync so tasks follow you.

💡 Why it works: Never forget milk again. Shared lists = accountability. Recipes link to ingredients automatically.

💡 Why it works: Kanban boards are visual and satisfying. Can see tasks in multiple projects at once. Due dates with reminders.

💡 Why it works: Timeboxing makes starting easier — "just 25 minutes". Built-in breaks prevent burnout. History shows you actually DID work.

💡 Why it works: Real stakes make things feel urgent. External accountability when internal motivation fails. Graph your progress.

💡 Why it works: Expert-designed routine templates remove setup paralysis. Built-in rewards system for dopamine. Progress tracking shows you're actually improving.

💡 Why it works: Sleep stories help quiet racing thoughts at night. Breathing exercises for anxiety. Daily calm for routine.

💡 Why it works: Built specifically for focus. AI coach detects when you're off-task. Virtual coworking built in.

💡 Why it works: No complex setup or organization needed. Just a list that resets. Check things off, wake up fresh. Dead simple = actually gets used.

💡 Why it works: Completely free with no limits. One-click timer for zero friction. Reports show reality vs what you thought you spent time on.

💡 Why it works: No blank page anxiety — just tap icons. Track patterns between sleep/exercise/mood. Quick daily check-in.

💡 Why it works: Daily training builds cognitive habits. Tracks progress over time. Apple App of the Year winner.

💡 Why it works: Clip articles to read later (actually later). Search inside images and PDFs. Cross-platform sync.

💡 Why it works: Type events in plain English. Multiple calendar sets for focus modes. Gorgeous design you'll want to look at.

💡 Why it works: Timeboxing makes starting easier — "just 25 minutes". Built-in breaks prevent hyperfocus burnout. Ticking sound option adds urgency.

💡 Why it works: Music engineered to keep you in flow state longer. No decision fatigue choosing playlists. Scientifically tested.

💡 Why it works: Hourly check-ins combat time blindness and task drift. 40% of users still active after 30 days — it actually sticks. Always-visible task prevents "what was I doing?"

💡 Why it works: Catches errors your hyperfocused brain missed. Reduces anxiety about sending emails. Works everywhere you type.

💡 Why it works: Short meditations for busy brains. Animations make concepts stick. Focus and sleep specific programs.

💡 Why it works: Built specifically for ADHD by a dev helping ADHD friends. Daily banana rewards create habit loop. Voice input for capturing tasks without typing.

💡 Why it works: Quick games perfect for Pomodoro breaks. Gamifies task-switching practice. Streak tracking for motivation.

💡 Why it works: Barcode scanning = zero effort logging. Helps notice if food affects focus/energy. Medication tracking reminder feature.

💡 Why it works: No rigid structure — organize YOUR way. Handwriting and drawing for visual thinkers. Audio recording syncs with notes so you can tap to hear what was said.

💡 Why it works: Automatic categorization means zero manual work. Bill reminders prevent late fees (the ADHD tax). See where money actually goes vs where you think it goes.

💡 Why it works: Every new tab reminds you of your ONE thing. Reduces "just quickly check" rabbit holes. Daily intention setting.

💡 Why it works: Never miss details when your mind wanders in meetings. Review later. Searchable = no more "what did they say about..."

💡 Why it works: Stop opening 47 browser tabs "to read later". Save it, close it, actually find it later. Clean reading view reduces distraction.

💡 Why it works: All bills in one view — no more "wait, did I pay that?" Reminders before due dates. Pay directly from the app so you actually DO it.

💡 Why it works: Automatic time blocking removes decision fatigue. Protects focus time. Reschedules when meetings shift.

💡 Why it works: Sends reminders through MULTIPLE channels — if you miss the app notification, you'll get the email. Share lists for accountability. Smart lists auto-organize tasks.

💡 Why it works: Smart inbox filters noise automatically. Snooze emails to deal with later (and it actually reminds you). Batch notifications reduce interruptions.

💡 Why it works: Limited to 24 habits prevents overwhelm. Visual streaks motivate consistency. Apple Watch for quick logging.

💡 Why it works: Stop forgetting your kid's soccer practice. Shared accountability. Comments and images on events.

💡 Why it works: Stops email overwhelm. One digest instead of 50 emails. Unsubscribe without hunting for tiny links.