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WaterMinder

$4.99

WaterMinder is an easy-to-use app that helps track your daily water intake and reminds you to drink water to reach your hydration goals.

Our take

Stay on top of your hydration with ease!

So, I've been giving WaterMinder a shot lately. It's basically an app that reminds you to drink water, which sounds a bit basic, but it's surprisingly useful. I mean, who actually remembers to drink enough water every day? The app is pretty straightforward; you set your daily water goal, and it buzzes you when you're slacking off. The notifications are gentle but effective, like a nudge from a friend who cares about your hydration. It's kind of neat to have a digital buddy making sure you’re not drying out like a raisin.

One thing I like about WaterMinder is the visual interface. It's got this slick, colorful design that shows you your progress with a little water bottle icon that fills up as you drink more. It's oddly satisfying to watch it fill up, almost like a game. But here's the kicker: you have to manually log every drink. That's right, no automatic tracking here. If you're the forgetful type, you might end up neglecting to log and miss out on the full experience.

Now, let’s talk about accuracy. WaterMinder lets you customize the size of your drink, which is cool because not everyone drinks from the same size cup. It’s nice that it’s not a one-size-fits-all approach. But, if you’re not into measuring your drinks or recalling exactly how much you had, it can feel a bit like homework. It’s not like the app magically knows how much you drank, so you gotta put in the effort. If you're down with that, it works great, but if not, it might just be another chore.

On the customization front, WaterMinder shines pretty bright. You can set reminders based on your schedule, so it’s not annoying you while you're in a meeting or something. You can also adjust how often it bugs you, which is a godsend for people who hate constant interruptions. It’s flexible enough to fit into your life without being a nuisance. But, if you’re someone who just ignores notifications, no app can fix that, right?

Overall, WaterMinder does what it says on the tin — it reminds you to drink water. It’s not going to change your life, but it might just make you a little healthier, and who doesn’t want that? It’s simple, it’s effective if you put in the effort, and it’s nice to have if you’re trying to be more mindful about your hydration. Just be ready to put in some manual work and check your phone now and then. If you're okay with that, it could be a handy little tool in your wellness kit.

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$9.80/month