I like the timer function because it keeps me from wasting time and sitting down mid-task to scroll on my phone. It doesn't stress me because I don't have the auto- next function on. The timer just continues passed the allotted time.
I can’t figure out if the “disappearing” sound problem is on my end or yours, but it makes it hard to listen. Also, it’s pretty discouraging that you negatively rate all the apps so far without providing any alternative. Otherwise, I appreciate the review, very insightful points, I feel like a learnt something
For me, it feels very helpful and useful. I never had a consistent morning routine until using Routinery and couldn’t tell how long it would take me to get ready due to time blindness. Now I know I can leave the app on in the background and it will nudge me in to the next task so I don’t spend too much time on one thing. For example, I now have 10 minutes to do hair and makeup. That timer allows me to easily see whether I have time to do a full on makeup look within that allotted time or whether I’ve already spent too much time on my hair and all I have time for is mascara and move on. Another example: I allow 5 minutes to pack my lunch. If I don’t have that timer going I might easily spend 15 minutes without realizing it and then I’m late.
I agree, it was promoted as ADHD friendly but if you take constantly longer or feel like 10 years old when your parents were running behind you and checking, not my cup of tea. For me setting up three alarms on my phone for the get-up, get-ready and launch phases before leaving to work makes it more neurodivergent (flexible). I can alter everyday what takes how long and trust myself that it is okay to take more/less time than yesterday - I am not a robot or machine at the end.
I like the timer function because it keeps me from wasting time and sitting down mid-task to scroll on my phone. It doesn't stress me because I don't have the auto- next function on. The timer just continues passed the allotted time.
1. Remind
2. Motivate
3. Ease of Execution
Reduce Cognitive Load
Increase Barrier for Excuse
Increase Ease of Execution
4…..Reward…..?
I can’t figure out if the “disappearing” sound problem is on my end or yours, but it makes it hard to listen. Also, it’s pretty discouraging that you negatively rate all the apps so far without providing any alternative. Otherwise, I appreciate the review, very insightful points, I feel like a learnt something
Thank you, I wanted an honest review before downloading the app
FML!!! another subscription app
Timing everything feels very contrived and artificial - and as you said, stressful
For me, it feels very helpful and useful. I never had a consistent morning routine until using Routinery and couldn’t tell how long it would take me to get ready due to time blindness. Now I know I can leave the app on in the background and it will nudge me in to the next task so I don’t spend too much time on one thing.
For example, I now have 10 minutes to do hair and makeup. That timer allows me to easily see whether I have time to do a full on makeup look within that allotted time or whether I’ve already spent too much time on my hair and all I have time for is mascara and move on.
Another example: I allow 5 minutes to pack my lunch. If I don’t have that timer going I might easily spend 15 minutes without realizing it and then I’m late.
I agree, it was promoted as ADHD friendly but if you take constantly longer or feel like 10 years old when your parents were running behind you and checking, not my cup of tea. For me setting up three alarms on my phone for the get-up, get-ready and launch phases before leaving to work makes it more neurodivergent (flexible). I can alter everyday what takes how long and trust myself that it is okay to take more/less time than yesterday - I am not a robot or machine at the end.