BrainDump is a minimalist, distraction-free note-taking app designed specifically for ADHD brains, enabling lightning-fast capture of thoughts across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Vision Pro with end-to-end encryption. Built by a developer with ADHD, it prioritizes speed and simplicity over folder-based organization.
What is BrainDump?
BrainDump is a note-taking app that takes raw thoughts as input and produces searchable, organizable notes as output. It runs natively on Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro) and syncs instantly via iCloud. The app is created by Francesco Leoni, who designed it around real ADHD challenges like racing thoughts and task-switching friction.
Key Features
- Lightning Fast Capture – Open the app and start typing immediately with zero loading delays. No login or setup required.
- Zero Distractions – A clean, focused interface without sidebars, popups, or clutter. No folders or filing systems.
- Cross-Device Sync – Notes sync automatically across all Apple devices via iCloud. One seamless experience.
- Privacy First – All notes are end-to-end encrypted. Your data is never sold or shared.
- AI-Powered Tools – Ask natural-language questions about your notes (e.g., "What did I write about marketing?"), correct grammar, change tone (casual to professional), and transform notes into summaries, meeting reports, to-do lists, emails, tweets, blog posts, presentations, quizzes, or flashcards.
- Freewriting Mode – A mode dedicated to uninterrupted writing, with no formatting requirements.
- Merge Notes – Combine multiple notes into one document.
- Export to Markdown – Available in the paid Focus plan.
- Reminders and Alarms – Set reminders on notes (Focus plan).
- Unlimited Tags – Organize notes with unlimited tags (Focus plan).
Who is it for?
- Individuals with ADHD who need a frictionless way to capture fleeting thoughts without getting bogged down by organization.
- Writers who want a distraction-free tool for brainstorming, outlining, and drafting articles or stories on the go.
- Business owners who need to quickly capture ideas, marketing strategies, or pitch notes and later transform them into polished documents using AI.
- Therapy patients and journalers who use daily reflections or emotional check-ins and want private, honest space without formatting pressure.
What can you do with BrainDump?
- Brainstorming – Dump all ideas while fresh, then use AI to turn chaos into clarity. No idea gets left behind.
- Meeting notes – Capture key takeaways in real time, then convert them into a meeting report with one tap.
- Task management – Brain dump everything on your mind, then turn raw thoughts into actionable tasks using the AI transformation feature.
- Writing – Use the distraction-free interface to write outlines, drafts, or full articles, then polish grammar and tone with AI.
How does BrainDump work?
Open the app, start typing immediately. Notes are saved automatically and synced across devices. Use the search bar or the "Ask" feature to find notes by conversation (not keywords). For AI features, select a note and choose an action like "Correct Grammar," "Change Tone," or "Transform into…" to get a new formatted output. The Focus plan unlocks all AI tools.
Pricing
BrainDump is freemium. A free Base plan includes writing notes, freewriting mode, merging notes, one tag per note, iCloud sync, and community support. The Focus plan costs $7.99/month (or weekly/yearly options) and adds AI features (ask your notes, grammar correction, tone changes, transformations), reminders, unlimited tags, and markdown export.
FAQ
Is BrainDump free?
Yes, there is a free Base plan with core note-taking features. AI tools require the paid Focus plan at $7.99/month.
Does BrainDump work offline?
Yes, notes are stored locally and sync when online. You can write without an internet connection.
How does BrainDump help with ADHD symptoms?
It reduces friction by eliminating folders, popups, and complex organization. The lightning-fast capture matches the speed of racing thoughts, and the AI tools reduce post-processing work.
Can I export my notes?
Yes, the Focus plan allows export to Markdown. Free plan does not support export.
Is my data private?
Yes, all notes are end-to-end encrypted. The developer states they are never sold or shared.
