About
Thruday is a visual daily planner designed from the ground up for neurodivergent minds. Created by a neurodivergent-led team, it replaces rigid, text-heavy planning systems with a flexible, icon-and-color-based approach that works with how real brains actually function — including those affected by ADHD, autism, and time agnosia. The app brings together an executive function toolkit in one place: a visual planner with 4,500+ images and color-coded icons, a daily routine builder with reminders and notifications, priority-driven todo lists with subtasks and easy reordering, mood and energy logging to spot patterns over time, a private journal for thoughts and brain dumps, and a shared planning mode for carers and trusted individuals. Thruday's Today View gives users an instant, clutter-free snapshot of what matters right now — no digging through calendars or cluttered dashboards. Unlike traditional calendar and task apps, Thruday avoids forcing rigid structures and instead supports flexible, low-pressure planning that adapts to real-life energy and attention levels. It works seamlessly across iOS, Android, and web, keeping schedules and routines synced across all devices. With no credit card required and more than 38,785 active users, Thruday is accessible to anyone looking for a clearer, calmer approach to getting through the day.
Key Features
- Visual Daily Planner: Plan your day using 4,500+ icons and color-coded visuals that make schedules easier to understand and follow, especially for neurodivergent users.
- Daily Routine Builder: Create morning, evening, work, or school routines with visual cues, reminders, and notifications to help build consistent, repeatable habits.
- Priority-Driven Todo Lists: Manage tasks in a low-pressure visual space with subtasks, color-coded priorities, and easy drag-and-drop reordering.
- Mood & Energy Tracking: Log emotions and energy levels throughout the day to spot patterns and build self-awareness about what affects focus and productivity.
- Shared Planning for Carers: Share schedules and daily routines with carers, assistants, or trusted people while keeping personal journal entries completely private.
Use Cases
- A person with ADHD uses Thruday's visual planner and step-by-step reminders to break their day into manageable chunks and stay on track without feeling overwhelmed.
- An autistic individual builds consistent morning and evening routines using visual cues and scheduled notifications to reduce daily anxiety and uncertainty.
- A parent or carer shares a Thruday planner with their neurodivergent child to coordinate daily routines and keep schedules aligned.
- A student uses Thruday's todo lists and Today View to visually prioritize assignments and manage their study schedule without feeling pressured.
- Someone experiencing burnout tracks their mood and energy throughout the day to identify patterns and schedule demanding tasks during their highest-focus windows.
Pros
- Neurodivergent-First Design: Built specifically for ADHD, autism, and time agnosia with visual cues, plain language, and flexible structures that accommodate different brain types rather than forcing rigid systems.
- All-in-One Planning Toolkit: Combines daily planning, routine building, todo lists, mood tracking, journaling, and shared planning in a single app — no need to juggle multiple tools.
- Free to Start, No Card Required: Accessible to anyone without upfront commitment, making it easy to get started and evaluate whether it fits your planning style.
- Cross-Platform Sync: Works seamlessly across iOS, Android, and web so plans, routines, and tasks are always available on every device.
Cons
- No AI-Powered Scheduling: Thruday does not use AI for smart scheduling, personalized suggestions, or automatic task prioritization — all planning is driven by the user.
- Limited Third-Party Integrations: The app may not natively connect with widely used tools like Google Calendar, Notion, or project management platforms, which could limit workflow integration.
- Not Suited for Team or Project Management: Thruday is focused on personal daily planning; users needing advanced collaboration, timelines, or project tracking will need additional tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Thruday free to use?
Yes, Thruday is free to get started with no credit card required. It has been adopted by over 38,785 users and may offer additional premium features at higher tiers.
What platforms does Thruday support?
Thruday is available on iOS, Android, and web, with plans and routines synced across all your devices automatically.
Is Thruday only for people with ADHD or autism?
No — while Thruday is specifically designed to support neurodivergent users including those with ADHD, autism, and time agnosia, it is helpful for anyone who wants a visual, low-pressure, and flexible way to plan their day.
Can I share my planner with a carer or support person?
Yes, Thruday includes a shared planning feature that lets carers or trusted individuals view your schedules and routines, while your personal journal entries remain completely private.
How is Thruday different from a regular calendar or task app?
Unlike standard calendar or task apps, Thruday uses icons, colors, and visual structures that accommodate neurodivergent thinking styles. It also uniquely combines daily planning, routines, mood tracking, and journaling in one place, without forcing rigid or overwhelming systems.
