Sprout - Guilt-free ADHD task manager
To-do app that works with ADHD brains, not against them
# Task ManagementWhat is Sprout - Guilt-free ADHD task manager?
Built for my wife with ADHD after watching traditional productivity apps make her feel worse. What makes Sprout different: • "What to do next" button - kills decision paralysis • AI breaks overwhelming projects into tiny steps • Brain Dump - speak chaos, get organized tasks • Tasks auto-rollover (never disappear) • Pet companion that grows with you (never dies or guilts) • Free Days - take breaks without losing streaks. Calming design. Productivity without the anxiety.
Problem
Users with ADHD struggle with traditional productivity apps that worsen anxiety and fail to accommodate their needs, leading to decision paralysis and anxiety due to rigid structures and guilt-inducing task management.
Solution
A task management app designed for ADHD brains, offering features like a "What to do next" button, AI-powered task breakdown, Brain Dump organization, auto-rollover tasks, and a non-judgmental pet companion. Core focus: reducing anxiety and decision-making stress.
Customers
Individuals diagnosed with ADHD, neurodivergent professionals, students, and freelancers seeking flexible, low-pressure productivity tools.
Unique Features
"Free Days" for guilt-free breaks, AI-generated micro-steps for complex tasks, auto-rollover tasks that never expire, calming design, and a progress-linked virtual pet.
User Comments
Reduces anxiety compared to other apps
"What to do next" button eliminates overwhelm
Brain Dump feature is a lifesaver
Pet companion motivates without pressure
Auto-rollover prevents shame from missed tasks
Traction
Launched in Beta on Product Hunt (1k+ upvotes), 2k+ active users, free tier with premium subscription ($7/month), founder active on ADHD-focused communities (1.2k Twitter followers).
Market Size
The global productivity software market is valued at $58 billion (2023), with ADHD-specific tools representing a growing niche (16M+ diagnosed adults in the US alone).
