Track your spoons.
See what drains you.

Tuesday took 8 spoons.
Wednesday took 2.
Why?

Autism energy tracker built by an autistic warehouse worker.

One slider to track energy. Takes 8 seconds.
Works offline. No accounts required.
No neurotypical assumptions.
Built by an autistic adult who needed this to survive warehouse shifts.

✓ You're on the list!

You'll get one email when Spoons launches (April 2026).

I'm building this while working warehouse shifts — launching when
it's ready, not when a marketing schedule says so.

No spam. Just one email when it's ready.
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You'll get one email when Spoons launches (April 2026).
No weekly updates. No spam. Just the download link when it's ready.
✓ 30-day free trial • iOS + Android • $7.99/month (regional pricing available)
✔ Log spoons (0-10 range)
✔ Daily history (grouped by day)
 ✔ Export CSV
Launching April 2026

New to Spoon Theory?

Spoons = energy units. You start each day with limited spoons.

Each activity costs spoons:
- Grocery store = 5 spoons
- Work shift = 8 spoons
- Social interaction = 3 spoons.

When you hit 0 spoons, you're done. You can't push through.
Events from the previous day can contribute to more or less spoons:
- Having more rest time to stim and relax alone
- Or alternatively, deal with relentless small talk when your just trying to survive.

Spoons tracks this exhaustion. One slider. 8 seconds.
Works when you have 0 spoons and can't process language.

Finally, an app that gets it

Spoons autism energy tracker showing single slider interface for logging energy levels at 0-spoon crisis states
Track your way

Built for 0-spoon moments

One slider (0-10 spoons), under 8 seconds to log. No onboarding, no features, just tracking.

Spoons app 14-day energy history with CSV export button. Real usage data showing 30 warehouse shift logs on Saturday
Discover your patterns

Make sense of the spikes

Track your spoons over time. Export your data anytime (CSV) to spot what drains you — masking, noise, transitions, or change. See the patterns that usually stay invisible.

Spoons autism energy tracker local-first data storage with export functionality
Own your data

Local-first, export anytime

No lock-in. Works offline, no account required. Export CSV anytime.

Built by an autistic developer

I work warehouse shifts and track my spoons daily. Built this when nothing else helped me at 0 spoons.

Simple, honest pricing. No surprises.

What you get

  • ✔ Track spoons (0-10 slider)

  • ✔ Works offline, data stays with you

  • ✔ Export anytime (CSV) — for your records or to share if you want

  • ✔ See real patterns behind fatigue and shutdowns

  • ✔ Price locked forever — never increases

FAQ

Real answers for real exhaustion

Get the facts on tracking spoons, how it works, and who it’s for.
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Quick Answers (30 seconds)
Launch: April 7, 2026
Price: $7.99/month, 30-day free trial
Works offline: Yes, completely
Export data: Anytime, even after cancellation
Support: hello@getspoons.app
Detailed answers below ↓

Does it work offline?

Yes, completely. All your data is stored on your device. You don't need internet except for the initial subscription purchase.

How do I actually use it?

1. Open app (~2 seconds)

2. Move slider to your current energy (0-10)

3. Release finger - automatically saves

4. Close app

Total time: Under 8 seconds

View past entries:

Swipe up to see your last 14 days of entries.

Export data:

Tap "Export All Data" button → CSV file downloads

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Can I export my data?

Yes. Export CSV anytime — for your records, to share if you want, or for your own analysis. No lock-in.

What devices does it work on?

Currently testing on:

- iPhone 12 and newer

- Samsung Galaxy S24 and similar Android phones

Working on broader support:

I'm testing on older devices (back to iPhone 6S from 2015, Android phones from 2015+) to make Spoons accessible to more people.

Not sure if your phone will work?

Email your phone model to hello@getspoons.app and we'll let you know.

Why we're testing older devices:

Many autistic adults use older phones. I want Spoons to work for everyone, not just people with the latest devices.

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What if I don't use spoons terminology?

That's fine. Think of 0 = empty, 10 = full capacity. The word 'spoons' is just shorthand for energy — use whatever make sense to you.

Does it drain battery?

Designed to be lightweight—no GPS or sensor polling. Typical use is minimal battery impact.

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Why spoons?

Spoon theory was created by Christine Miserandino (originally for chronic illness) and adopted widely by autistic adults to explain energy limits.

Instead of saying "I'm too tired" (which people dismiss), saying "I'm at 2 spoons" makes the invisible limit visible. It helps you:

  • Recognize patterns (grocery store = 5 spoons, phone calls = 6 spoons)
  • Communicate boundaries ("I have 3 spoons left today—can't do dinner")

You don't have to use "spoons" terminology if it doesn't fit— you can think of it as 0 = empty, 10 = full capacity.

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What's the difference between autism fatigue and regular tiredness?

Autism fatigue comes from masking, sensory processing, social translation, and executive function demands. Spoons tracks this exhaustion—the kind sleep doesn't fix.

Can I track shutdowns and meltdowns?

Yes. You can log spoons before, during, and after to understand what leads up to shutdowns and how long recovery takes.

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When does it launch?

Target: April 7, 2026 on iOS and Android. Join the waitlist for updates regarding launch.

How much does it cost?

$7.99/month or $79.99/year. 30-day free trial. Price locks forever—it never goes up. Regional pricing arrives at launch.

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Why a subscription instead of one-time purchase?

Because I want Spoons to exist in 15 years, still simple.
One-time purchases create pressure to either abandon the app or add paid features to generate ongoing revenue.
Subscriptions provide steady income so I can keep saying 'no' to feature requests and maintain what already works.
There are no server costs (your data stays on your device), minimal infrastructure—just my time keeping the app updated, bug-free, and working on new devices. I refuse to run Spoons to profit and benefit off your data.

What happens after the trial?

What happens after the trial? / What if I cancel my subscription?

After trial ends OR if you cancel:

✓ View all your past entries

✓ Export your data anytime (CSV, no restrictions)

✓ Keep the app installed

✓ All your logs stay on your device forever

What you CAN'T do:

✗ Log new spoon entries

If you resubscribe later:

✓ All your old data is still there

✓ Same price (your rate is locked forever)

✓ Pick up right where you left off

Your data never disappears. Subscription just controls whether you can add new entries.

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What if I forget to cancel my trial?

What if I forget to cancel my trial?

Best strategy: Cancel immediately after starting trial

1. Start your 30-day trial

2. Go to App Store/Google Play → Cancel subscription

3. You keep full access for all 30 days

4. No automatic charge

5. Resubscribe on day 29 if you want to continue

Why this works: No risk of forgetting. You have to actively choose to pay, rather than actively remember to cancel.

Alternative: Set phone reminder for 2 days before trial ends.

If you do get charged: Request refund through Apple/Google within 48 hours. See Terms of Service for full process.

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Who is Spoons for?

Built for autistic adults by an autistic developer. If you experience autistic burnout, meltdowns, or shutdowns, this is for you—no social features, no neurotypical assumptions, just your patterns.

Will you add more features?

No. Spoons stays simple—one slider, no feature creep. I won't add mood tracking, graphs, reminders, or social features. You can swipe up to see recent entries from the past 14 days (helpful for noticing patterns), but for deeper analysis, export your data. Simplicity is the feature that makes Spoons work when you're at 0 spoons.

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What if I need graphs or analytics?

Export your data as CSV and use whatever tools you prefer. Some users analyze in Excel, some use Google Sheets, some just want to see the raw numbers. I don't force you into one way of viewing patterns—that's why CSV export is built-in from Day 1.

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Will you offer regional pricing?

Yes - available at launch for 25+ countries.

How it works:

Your App Store or Google Play shows your local price before you subscribe. Prices adjust for local purchasing power.

Examples (monthly):

- United States: $7.99

- India: ₹179 (~$2.15)

- Philippines: ₱119 (~$2.10)

- Brazil: R$28 (~$7)

Why?

So autistic adults globally can afford energy tracking, not just people in rich countries.

Check your price:

Open App Store/Google Play when we launch - your exact price shows in local currency before any charge.

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How does Spoons help with autistic burnout?

Spoons makes burnout visible. You'll see:

  • What's draining you most (even when you can't avoid it yet)
  • Warning signs at 2-3 spoons (before you hit 0)
  • Recovery patterns (how long it takes to bounce back)
  • Evidence for changes you need (like job switch, accommodations, boundaries)

Tracking doesn't prevent burnout - it documents it.
Sometimes you're stuck in harmful situations. Tracking gives you data to explain why you need to escape, request accommodations, or set boundaries. It's evidence, not magic.

How private is my data?

Your logs stay on your device unless you export them. No ads. No trackers. (OS/iCloud/Google backups may include your data if you enable them.) See our Privacy Policy.

What's the long-term vision?

Keep Spoons simple and sustainable. Eventually, use profits to fund autism diagnoses for low-income adults who can't afford assessments. But first, make sure the app works perfectly.

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Refunds & cancellations

Cancel anytime:

App Store: Settings → [Your Name] → Subscriptions → Cancel

Google Play: Play Store → Subscriptions → Cancel

Refunds:

Request through Apple (reportaproblem.apple.com) or Google Play within 48 hours of charge.

Common reasons approved: Accidental purchase, app doesn't work, charged after cancellation

Common reason denied: "I forgot to cancel"

Full refund process and timelines: See TOS, Section 5

Need help? Feel free to reach to me through hello@getspoons.app

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Accessibility

Spoons includes built-in accessibility like large tappable buttons, Big text, and full VoiceOver support.

What if I need help or something breaks?

Email: hello@getspoons.app

Response time: Within 48 hours (usually same day)

Just send:

- "The app won't open" or "Slider won't save" or whatever went wrong

- Your phone type (iPhone, Samsung, Google Pixel, etc.)

That's enough to start. If I need more info, I'll ask specific questions. :)

Medical disclaimer:

Spoons is a self-tracking tool, not medical advice, and does not provide medical claims or guarantees as a result.