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Head to head · Prices verified Jul 26, 2026

Inflow vs Goblin Tools

CBT course + coaching, built by ADHD clinicians — against — ai breakdown of tasks into micro-steps (magic todo). Complaints pulled from actual App Store reviews, not vendor copy.

Inflow4.4★ (5.6K)Goblin Tools4.9★ (12K)
Monthly$47.99n/a
Yearly$199n/a
Lifetime—~$2.99–3.99
Trial7 daysEverything, on the web, with no account.
PlatformsiOS, AndroidWeb, iOS, Android
Best forPeople who want structured CBT education, not a daily plannerBreaking task paralysis when you have no idea where to start
Strengths
  • Real clinical input; science-based modules
  • Human coaching tier available
  • Community features
  • Completely free forever on the web with no login required
  • One-time $2.99–3.99 mobile purchase with zero subscriptions
  • The 'spiciness' slider lets you control task breakdown granularity
Weak spots
  • Priciest in category by far: $199/yr against $29.99 for Structured
  • It's a course, not a planner — common expectation mismatch
  • Auto-renew + strict 7-day refund window draws heavy complaints
  • Minimalist interface with no scheduling or calendar sync
  • Does not track routine completion or daily habits
  • Purely a task breakdown and tone-check utility
Top complaintBilling: reviewers call the auto-renewal pattern 'exploiting ADHD forgetfulness.'Barebones UI: brilliant initiation tool that leaves scheduling to other apps.

The verdict

Goblin Tools is the clear winner on long-term cost ($593 cheaper over 3 years). Choose Inflow only if you specifically require its core capability (people who want structured cbt education, not a daily planner).

Common questions

Is Inflow or Goblin Tools cheaper?
Inflow: $47.99/mo, $199/yr, no lifetime option. Goblin Tools: n/a/mo, n/a/yr, ~$2.99–3.99 lifetime.
What do reviewers complain about most?
Inflow: Billing: reviewers call the auto-renewal pattern 'exploiting ADHD forgetfulness.' Goblin Tools: Barebones UI: brilliant initiation tool that leaves scheduling to other apps.
Which should I try first?
Goblin Tools is the clear winner on long-term cost ($593 cheaper over 3 years). Choose Inflow only if you specifically require its core capability (people who want structured cbt education, not a daily planner).

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