# Minnow: things & thoughts — Capture & Release

> Minimalist task and idea capture app for focused living. (iPhone/iPad app by 统伟 陈.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minnow-things-and-thoughts/id6743229089 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [统伟 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/1766625276)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 8 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany), Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2025-03-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-12
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minnow-things-and-thoughts/id6743229089/reviews.md

## What is Minnow?

Minnow: Catch the fish, forget the net.

Inspired by Zhuangzi's wisdom, Minnow isn't just a minimalist todo and jot app – it's your partner for a lighter way of living. It helps you capture the essential "fish" (key tasks or insights) and gently forget the "net" (the tool itself).

It’s not your typical reminder app, nor a note-hoarding vault. If you, like us: crave focus over constant pings, prefer capturing points & sparks to rigid plans, and have a mind buzzing with ideas needing a calm space... then you might just love Minnow.

Four Spaces:

• Now: Where today's focus resides; as is Now, flow within.
• Morrow: Where future thoughts gather; no thought for the Morrow.
• Gone: Where completed things rest; gone, gone, gone beyond.
• Flow: Where insights and ideas land; meaning found, words fade.

Effortless Experience:

• Simple: Clean design, helping you focus.
• Natural: Smooth gestures, delightful haptics & sound.
• Widgets: Quick access to Now & Flow on the go.
• No Nagging: No deadlines, no reminders. Your flow, your rules.

Data & Privacy:

• iCloud Sync: Safe, seamless sync across your devices.
• Private: No sign-up needed. Your data is yours alone.
• Export: Export your data as Markdown files anytime, keeping you in control.

## Key features

- Minimalist design
- Four distinct spaces (Now, Morrow, Gone, Flow)
- Smooth gestures and haptics
- Widgets for quick access
- No deadlines or reminders
- iCloud sync
- Data export as Markdown

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Supreme Good Like Water | $1.99 | one-time |
| Heart of a Newborn | $2.99 | one-time |
| Heaven and Earth Endure | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minnow-things-and-thoughts/id6743229089/reviews.md

### 5/5 — I love it and it’s so helpful and just what I was looking for <3

*2025-11-05*

I randomly stumbled upon the creator sharing this app on Reddit, and I am hooked (pun intended). My usual to do lists / reminders app on my phone just ends up being a long list of never revisited items. I think the mix of my harder items and my daily items all in my lists overwhelms me. The simplicity of Finlet is the app I have finally totally stuck with the organize my routine. Having an overall list which I can easily move tasks to the “do first/right now” list makes everything feel less daunting and helps get the ball rolling for harder tasks by starting with smaller and achievable items. The more free text flow section saves my general ideas/follow ups that aren’t “check off-able”. I super appreciate that this app is also usable without large purchase needs or subscription etc. as someone with adhd this works with my brain so well and I can’t recommend it enough !

### 5/5 — 太好用了

*2025-10-03*

修复及时，作者回复也很快

### 5/5 — 太好用了

*2025-07-03*

用了超多todo list app，但是规定时间完成不了计划，就很焦虑。这个app让我不再焦虑，我可以记录下来，随时想起再去做。希望这个app可以一直做下去～完美主义者，强迫症患者，真的太喜欢了。

**Developer response:** 感谢喜欢，鱼忘签也是我自用的 App，所以会一直打磨细节但不会堆积功能。

### 5/5 — 推荐

*2025-05-03*

简洁明了，好用无广，开发者解决问题迅速！！！

## Frequently asked questions about Minnow

### What is Minnow's core philosophy?

Minnow is inspired by Zhuangzi's wisdom, aiming to help users capture essential 'fish' (tasks, insights) and gently forget the 'net' (the tool itself), promoting a lighter way of living.

### How does Minnow handle user data and privacy?

Minnow prioritizes privacy with no sign-up required, ensuring your data is yours alone. It offers safe and seamless iCloud sync across your devices and allows you to export your data as Markdown files anytime.

### What are the four spaces in Minnow?

The four spaces are 'Now' for current focus, 'Morrow' for future thoughts, 'Gone' for completed items, and 'Flow' for insights and ideas.

### Does Minnow have ads?

No, Minnow does not contain advertisements. It is designed to provide an uninterrupted and focused user experience.

### What devices is Minnow available on?

Minnow is available on iPhone and iPad, offering a consistent experience across Apple devices.

### How often is Minnow updated?

The latest version is 3.0, and the app was last updated on March 19, 2026, indicating active development and support.

### Can I export my data from Minnow?

Yes, Minnow allows you to export your data as Markdown files at any time, giving you full control over your information.

### What is the age rating for Minnow?

Minnow has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1 — 2026-07-19

Performance improvements and an enhanced user experience.

### 3.0 — 2026-03-19

• Finlet is now Minnow, a small fish that also stands for Minimal and Now
• Improved overall performance and stability, with fewer issues and crashes in some scenarios

### 2.9.9 — 2026-01-15

bug fixes

### 2.9.8 — 2026-01-10

Changed the Thoughts list interaction to swipe-to-back from the left edge, resolving list spacing issues on iOS 26

### 2.9.7 — 2025-11-07

• Fixed an alignment issue with the "Thoughts" sheet on iOS 26.1.
• Increased the tap area for the navigation bar title to reduce mis-taps.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-12.*