Second Brain vs Nudge
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Second Brain
This app provides pre-built, step-by-step task lists for common life admin activities, designed to reduce setup friction. It offers guided routines, gentle check-ins, and hands-free operation to support users with ADHD.
- Pre-built task library
- Step-by-step task guidance
- Customizable daily routines
- Gentle daily check-ins
- Hands-free voice mode
- Smart automatic task regeneration
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The first ADHD app that comes ready to use - no setup, no configuration, no building from scratch. Every productivity app expects you to design the system yourself. By the time you're done setting up, you've already lost momentum. Second Brain flips that. Open the app and you'll find a library of 20+ real-life tasks - paying bills, refilling prescriptions, scheduling appointments, doing laundry, filing taxes - each broken into small, clear steps you can follow one at a time. DAILY ROUTINES Install a Morning Routine, Evening Wind-Down, or Sunday Reset and get guided through your day one card at a time. Customize them or build your own. CHECK-INS Gentle prompts throughout the day. Feeling off track? Tap into a recovery flow and reset without judgment. HANDS-FREE MODE Tasks are read aloud as you go - perfect for mornings when your phone is across the room. SMART DEFAULTS Recurring tasks regenerate automatically. Tasks surface when they're due - not before. Your most recent task stays at the top. Less clutter, less thinking. No account. No cloud. No subscription. Your data stays on your device. Built for the ADHD brain that wants a second brain - without having to build one.
Nudge
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Nudge is the ADHD companion that checks in on you like a good mate — not a clinical tool that talks at you. Built for adults managing their own ADHD and parents helping their kids stay on track, Nudge brings your entire day into one calm, clear view. MEDICATION MANAGEMENT Track your ADHD medications with precision timing. See when your next dose is due, how long until it kicks in, and get gentle push notifications so you never miss a window. Log each dose with a single tap. FOCUS TIMER Lock into deep work sessions with customisable focus timers and ambient sounds. Set goals, track your sessions, and build a rhythm that works with your brain, not against it. DAILY CALENDAR SYNC Connect your Outlook, Gmail, and Apple calendars so you can see your full day in one place. No more switching between apps to figure out what's next. MOOD & ENERGY TRACKING Quick daily check-ins to log how you're feeling. Track your energy levels throughout the day and spot patterns over time. See how your medication, sleep, and habits affect your mood. DAILY CHECK-IN Start your day with a simple overview. Nudge shows you what's ahead, reminds you what matters, and keeps you grounded — one block at a time. WHY NUDGE? Most ADHD apps try to do too much or feel like they were built for someone without ADHD. Nudge is different. It was designed to be the one app you actually come back to throughout the day — simple, clear, and always on your side. No judgement. No overwhelm. Just a gentle nudge to keep you going. This app is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your doctor regarding your medication and health decisions.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Second Brain at none against Nudge's shown. Second Brain also leads on iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.2). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Second Brain | Nudge |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 19 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Jikku Chacko | Kaya Rezende |
In-app purchases
Second Brain
No in-app purchases
Nudge
No in-app purchases







