#001Medication
ADHD medication shortage 2026: what's short right now
Status by drug as of August 2026, the DEA's 2026 production quotas in full, and why raising the quota stopped fixing the problem. Re-checked monthly.
AUG 2, 2026 · 4 min
#002Software
What Routinery actually costs in 2026
Routinery's 2026 US prices from the App Store: $5–5.49/mo, yearly from $24.99, lifetime $39.99, and what the free tier actually gives you.
AUG 26, 2026 · 4 min
#003Software
Medisafe alternatives 2026: check your account first
The two-medication cap everyone cites is a non-US change from late 2024. Medisafe's own terms say something narrower. Check yours in 90 seconds, then switch or don't.
AUG 2, 2026 · 5 min
#004Software
Tiimo alternatives, and how to actually cancel Tiimo
Tiimo's 7-day trial needs cancelling by day 6, not day 7. The exact cancel path for web vs App Store, why refunds don't come, and what to switch to.
AUG 2, 2026 · 5 min
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#005Software
How much do ADHD apps cost? Every 2026 price
Every ADHD app price we track, verified July 2026: $29.99 to $199 a year, the three-year math, and which jobs you can cover for $0.
AUG 1, 2026 · 7 min
#006Software
ADHD medication reminder apps that actually ring
Most medication reminder apps send a notification you'll swipe away. Here's which ones ring through Silent mode in 2026, what they cost, and the free option Apple buried in iOS 26.2.
JUL 29, 2026 · 7 min
#007Software
Inflow after the Cerebral deal: should you still pay?
Cerebral bought Inflow in March 2026. Inflow now lists $199/year, the acquisition claimed an RCT the published research doesn't show, and the new owner paid $7M to the FTC in 2024.
JUL 29, 2026 · 6 min
#008Strategies
Task paralysis: what the evidence says helps
Five approaches to ADHD task paralysis ranked by their actual research base, from a 94-study meta-analysis down to bro-science.
JUL 26, 2026 · 7 min
#009Hardware
AlarmKit Apps: iOS 26 Alarms That Break Through Silent Mode
iOS 26's AlarmKit finally lets third-party apps ring through Silent mode and Focus. Here's which apps actually use it, and what to check first.
JUL 26, 2026 · 5 min
#010Medication
Concerta vs Ritalin, in Plain English
Same molecule, wildly different delivery. What the FDA labels, the OROS pump, and 2026 generic prices actually say about the difference.
JUL 26, 2026 · 6 min
#011Software
The Free ADHD Stack: What Actually Works at $0
The genuinely free tools worth building an ADHD system on in 2026, what their free tiers actually include, and where each one quietly hits a paywall.
JUL 26, 2026 · 7 min
#012Software
Goblin Tools alternatives that are actually for ADHD
Real alternatives to Goblin Tools' Magic ToDo for ADHD task breakdown — Tiimo, Llama Life, Numo, Saner.ai, and ChatGPT prompts — with 2026 prices.
JUL 26, 2026 · 4 min
#013Software
Numo review: the cringe-free ADHD app, tested
An independent look at Numo's squads, gamified tasks, and real pricing — including the billing complaints nobody mentions in the ads.
JUL 26, 2026 · 5 min
#014Hardware
Pill Organizers With Alarms, for ADHD Adults (Not Your Grandma)
Every pill organizer with an alarm is marketed at seniors. Here's what actually solves the ADHD 'did I take it?' problem, with prices.
JUL 26, 2026 · 5 min
#015Software
Structured's lifetime price keeps changing. Here's the current answer
Structured Pro lifetime costs $99.99 US in 2026. Why you've seen $29.99 and $64.99: price history, regional pricing, and stale articles explained.
JUL 26, 2026 · 4 min
#016Software
What Tiimo actually costs in 2026
Tiimo's real 2026 pricing: yearly tiers from $42 to $54, why the App Store costs more than the web, trial fine print, and free tier limits.
JUL 26, 2026 · 4 min
#017Hardware
Time Timer Alternatives: Same Red Wedge, Less Money
The Time Timer costs $25-40. Clones cost $10. Here's when the original is worth it and when a knockoff or a free app does the same job.
JUL 26, 2026 · 5 min
#018Medication
Vyvanse's Generic Is 3 Years Old. Why Is It Still Expensive?
Lisdexamfetamine went generic in August 2023. In 2026 the cash price is still $200+. Here's the documented why, and what people actually pay.
JUL 26, 2026 · 5 min
#019Hardware
WatchMinder 3 Review: The $79 Vibrating Watch, 2026 Reality Check
The WatchMinder 3 still costs $79 and still looks like 2013. Here's who should actually buy one instead of an Apple Watch SE.
JUL 26, 2026 · 4 min
#020Medication
Adderall vs Vyvanse, in Plain English
Both are amphetamines. One is a prodrug. Here's what the FDA labels, the price data, and the four-year shortage actually say about the difference.
JUL 25, 2026 · 9 min
#021Hardware
Hardware for ADHD: Objects That Hold Your Executive Function So You Don't Have To
Visual timers, vibrating watches, alarmed pill dispensers, and trackers — reviewed with real July 2026 prices and real disappointments.
JUL 25, 2026 · 7 min
#022Software
The Big ADHD Planner Apps, Reviewed Honestly
Tiimo, Inflow, Numo, and Structured — what each actually does well, who should pay for it, and the billing patterns to watch for.
JUL 25, 2026 · 8 min
#023Supplements
Every Popular ADHD Supplement, Ranked by Actual Evidence
Nine supplements marketed for focus, sorted by what the trials really show — from one with a genuine case to several with none at all.
JUL 25, 2026 · 9 min
#024Strategies
Body Doubling: The ADHD Hack With Almost No Research That Works Anyway
What the (very thin) science says about body doubling, why it plausibly works, how to do it for free, and when it quietly fails.
JUL 25, 2026 · 7 min
#025Hardware
How to Make an iPhone Alarm You Can't Ignore (2026 Settings Guide)
A step-by-step iOS 26 guide to alarms that actually fire: volume traps, Focus pitfalls, AlarmKit, Shortcuts nag loops, and physical escalation.
JUL 25, 2026 · 7 min
The big table.
Nine medications. Nine supplements. Duration, generic price, side effects, and how much proof exists for each.
| Brand / generic | Class | Lasts | Generic price* | Common side effects | Worth knowing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adderall IRmixed amphetamine salts | Stimulant (amphetamine) | 4–6 h | $20–40/mo | Appetite loss, insomnia, dry mouth, anxiety | Short-acting; often dosed twice daily. |
| Adderall XRmixed amphetamine salts ER | Stimulant (amphetamine) | 8–12 h | $25–60/mo | Appetite loss, insomnia, dry mouth | Extended release; once-daily morning dose. |
| Vyvanselisdexamfetamine | Stimulant (amphetamine) | 10–14 h | $60–120/mo | Appetite loss, insomnia, irritability | Prodrug — smoother onset, lower abuse potential. Generic since 2023. |
| Ritalin IRmethylphenidate | Stimulant (methylphenidate) | 3–5 h | $15–30/mo | Appetite loss, insomnia, stomach ache | Shortest-acting option; fast on, fast off. |
| Concertamethylphenidate ER | Stimulant (methylphenidate) | 10–12 h | $30–70/mo | Appetite loss, insomnia, headache | OROS pump delivery — steady release across the day. |
| Focalin XRdexmethylphenidate ER | Stimulant (methylphenidate) | 8–12 h | $30–70/mo | Appetite loss, anxiety, dry mouth | Refined isomer of methylphenidate; some tolerate it better. |
| Stratteraatomoxetine | Non-stimulant | 24 h | $25–60/mo | Nausea, fatigue, decreased appetite | Not a controlled substance. Takes 2–6 weeks for full effect. |
| Qelbreeviloxazine ER | Non-stimulant | 24 h | $300+/mo (no generic) | Sleepiness, nausea, decreased appetite | Newest non-stimulant; no generic yet, so pricey. |
| Intunivguanfacine ER | Non-stimulant | 24 h | $15–35/mo | Drowsiness, low blood pressure, dizziness | Often added to a stimulant; helps with emotional regulation. |
*Typical US discounted-generic cash price ranges; varies by pharmacy and dose. Informational only — not medical advice. Talk to your prescriber. Sources: FDA prescribing information.
From the people behind this site
The alarm that doesn't stop until you take them.
TilTaken the app: reminders that escalate until the meds are taken and the task is done. $2–3/month or ~$20 once — not $200/year. Waitlist gets the TestFlight beta first and lifetime-discount pricing.
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