Comparison

Dopamine vs Sammy ADHD Task Support

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β€” with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Dopamine

Features
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Finally, a planner that works with your brain, not against it. Struggling with executive dysfunction? Traditional to-do lists can feel like a chore, leading to overwhelm and "ADHD paralysis." Dopamine is designed specifically for neurodivergent minds to turn productivity into a rewarding journey, not a source of shame. We’ve replaced boring lists with a visual, gamified, and intuitive experience that gives your brain the dopamine hits it needs to stay on track. WHY DOPAMINE WORKS ADHD brains crave novelty and immediate rewards. That’s why we’ve gamified every step of your day. Earn XP for starting, completing, and even just showing up. Watch your level grow as you build a life that feels manageable. CORE FEATURES Visual Timeline: Beat time-blindness with a clear, intuitive daily schedule that maps out your hours visually. Gamified Tasks: Earn XP and level up for every effort. Whether you're in "survive" mode or "hyperfocus," every win counts. ADHD Brain Dump: Empty your mind instantly. Categorize thoughts (Call, Email, Buy, Research) so you never lose an idea again. I’m Stuck Protocol: Hit the "Emergency" button when executive dysfunction kicks in. We’ll guide you through science-backed steps to get moving again. Energy Check-In: Match your task list to your current energy level. Pick "Low Energy" wins when you’re tired and save the big stuff for when you’re ready. Dopamine Menu: Pick a "Dopamine Snack" from your personalized menu to get a healthy motivation boost. Focus Timer: Master deep work with beautiful visual timers that make starting less intimidating. A SHAME-FREE SPACE Missed a day? No problem. No broken streaks, no red notifications, no guilt. Just a "Return Bonus" waiting to welcome you back whenever you're ready. Stop fighting your brain and start flowing with it. Download Dopamine today and turn your daily routine into a rewarding journey. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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Sammy ADHD Task Support

Features
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Most task apps hand you a long list and let you stare at it. Sammy hands you one card. Swipe right to start it, swipe left to skip it. That's the whole thing. WHY ONE CARD INSTEAD OF A LIST A to-do list asks you to do three things at once: choose what matters, rank it against everything else, and start. If you stall at the starting line, that isn't one wall, it's three. A single card collapses all of it into one binary decision: this task, yes or no. That's a decision size a stalled brain can actually make. HOW IT WORKS - One task at a time, never a wall of to-dos - Swipe right: a timer starts, you begin - Swipe left: skipped, no penalty, no judgment - Sammy the squirrel collects a nut for every task you finish, visible progress right now instead of some abstract payoff later - Decks for chores, admin, self-care, getting out the door, and days where brushing your teeth is the whole win NO STREAKS, NO GUILT Sammy doesn't count how many days in a row you've kept it up. There's nothing to break. Anyone who has fought procrastination knows the spiral: miss one day, and the app becomes one more thing accusing you. Sammy only counts upward. WHO IT'S FOR People with ADHD, executive dysfunction, anxiety, or just an ordinary bad day. Adults, teens, and kids, with content curated per age group. HONEST ABOUT THE SCIENCE There's a screen inside the app that explains the actual mechanism behind each feature: why task paralysis is better understood as an activation failure than a motivation problem, why decision fatigue costs more for ADHD brains, and what the nut counter is really standing in for. It's equally explicit about where the evidence is thin: there is no controlled trial of Sammy's specific implementation. That's exactly why there's a free trial instead of a "trust us" pitch. PREMIUM - Unlimited custom decks and cards - Mood check-in: tasks adapt to your actual energy, not the energy you wish for - Full win log - Recurring schedules - Two more companions: Eddy the elephant and Tammy the turtle - Offline decks Sammy is not a medical device and does not replace diagnosis, advice, or treatment. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internetservices/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Dopamine4 screens
Sammy ADHD Task Support4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Sammy ADHD Task Support at every 9 days against Dopamine's every 4 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Dopamine sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Sammy ADHD Task Support sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dopamine ships an update every 4 weeks, Sammy ADHD Task Support every 9 days. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Dopamine versus Sammy ADHD Task Support: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDopamineSammy ADHD Task Support
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 9 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS15.115.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size41 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSERCAN GUNDUZDaniel Stumpf

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Dopamine

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Dopamine Lifetime$99.99
3 purchases

Sammy ADHD Task Support

Subscriptions2
  • Sammy Premium Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Sammy Premium Yearly7 Days trial$22.991 Year
One-time1
  • Sammy Premium Lifetime$24.99

Questions

Is Dopamine free?
Dopamine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sammy ADHD Task Support free?
Sammy ADHD Task Support is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Dopamine or Sammy ADHD Task Support have ads?
Neither Dopamine nor Sammy ADHD Task Support shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dopamine or Sammy ADHD Task Support?
Dopamine ships an update every 4 weeks, and Sammy ADHD Task Support every 9 days. Most recently, Dopamine was updated on November 5, 2026 and Sammy ADHD Task Support on November 5, 2026.

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