These modern productivity tools range from gamified work apps to employee reinforcement platforms that aim to encourage staff with positive feedback. Standouts include social productivity apps that let users improve work habits alongside co-workers. In addition to staying self-motivated, users can seek support from friends while being accountable to a larger group.
Other notable examples include streamlined email apps that categorize priority and spam messages in order to save workers time. While examples like Google's Inbox app group messages according to subject matter and sender, the TL;DR email platform keeps text concise and caps messages over 30 words in length. This particular example is inspired by social media platforms like Twitter that are designed with a limited character count while ultimately cutting correspondence time in half.
38 Modern Productivity Tools
From Gamified Productivity Apps to Employee Reinforcement Platform:
Jana Pijak — Mar 17, 2016 — Tech
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Private Office Solutions
Brody by Steelcase Creates Comfy Pods for Solitude and Productivity
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Structured Success Planners
The SELF Journal Designs Encourage Accomplishments with Setting Goals
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Rated Freelance Apps
The 'Work Hard Anywhere' App Lets You Find a Space to Work While On the Go
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Challenge-Based Agendas
This Creative Planner Helps You Accomplish Your Goals in 30 Days
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Procrastination Penalty Platforms
This Goal Motivation Site Makes You Pay If You Miss Due Dates
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Productivity-Encouraging Bag Series
The Moleskine myCloud Bags are Professional and Portable
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Project Management Apps
The TimeKat App for Time-Tracking Keeps Creatives and Freelancers on Task
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Habit-Changing Apps
This App Encourages Users to Develop Productive Habits
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Brain-Boosting Apps
The 'Elevate' App Features Brain Training Games and Cognitive Exercises
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Personal Productivity Apps
This Automated Program Helps Users Streamline Office Tasks
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Goal-Oriented Journals
The Goal Tiger Productivity Planner Lets You Plan Out Your Success Strategy
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Productive Reminder Apps
The Wunderlist App Ensures That You're Always On Point
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Consolidated Content Apps
Caffeine Labs's Glance App for Productivity Saves You One Hour a Week
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Freelancer Organization Platforms
Freeter Helps Freelancers and Creatives Juggle Multiple Projects
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Productivity-Enhancing Stationery Collections
This Line of Moleskine Products is for Professionals
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Employee Motivation Tools
The iDoneThis Software Stimulates Workers Through a Collaborative System
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Consolidated Productivity Apps
The Morning App Combines Weather, Calendars, News and To-Do Lists
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Brain-Sensing Headbands
The Muse EEG Brain Trainer Helps You Stay Focused
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Productivity-Enhancing Apps
This App Helps Users Track Their Productivity Throughout the Day
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Visual Productivity Apps
'To Round' is a Task Manager App That Playfully Organizes Priorities
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Social Productivity Apps
Complete is a to Do List App Powered by Motivation from Friends
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Collaborative Task Management Apps
The 'GigJam' App Helps Deconstruct and Share To-Do Lists
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Gamified Productivity Apps
The QUEST App Promises to Help 'Level Up Your Life'
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Employee Reinforcement Platforms
The Tap My Back App Encourages Positive Workplace Behavior
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Concise Email Apps
The TL;DR Email App Ensures Messages Are Short and Sweet
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Encouraging Reminder Calendars
The 'Today Note' 2016 Daily Calendar Keeps Users Task-Oriented
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Productivity-Measuring Badges
This Wearable Efficiency Tracker is Supposed to Improve Performance
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Prioritizing Email Applications
'Spark' is an Application That Will Organize Important Emails
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Results-Oriented Meeting Apps
This App Ensures That Every Office Meeting is a Productive One
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Time Tracker Apps
The Yaware Time Tracker Platform Helps Consumers Get Things Done on Time
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Customizable Email Apps
The Airmail App Gives Users Complete Control Over Their Email
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Predictive Email Apps
The SlideMail Messaging Tool Learns Your Behaviors to Email For You
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Work-Encouraging Buttons
The Saent is an Electronic Aid that Seeks to Eliminate Work Distractions
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Integrated Video Conferencing Platforms
This Tool is Integrated with Different Applications
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Email Categorizing Apps
Google's Inbox App Helps Organize Your Mail Without Having to Read It
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Cross-Device Productivity Apps
The New 'Todoist' App Update Incorporates Total Device Support
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Educational Activity Planners
InvolvEdu is an App to Help Students Get Involved with Groups
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Efficient Smart Email Platforms
Customer Support Software Gorgias Uses Artificial Intelligence
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Gamified Productivity Apps
The 'do the frog' App Prevents Procrastination
Tactile Focus Desk Devices
Plable by Kaira Majahan Is a One-Button Task Companion
Productivity Tracking Tools
Stay Focused Provides Micro Task Tracking And Work‑Rest Analytics
AI Productivity Platforms
Alterfy Optimizes Workflows and Reduces Meetings with AI Insights
Simple Habit Trackers
Habits for Good Helps Users Build And Track Daily Habits Easily
Enhanced Pomodoro Timers
Pomodoro Grande Helps You Track Focus and Boost Productivity With Tools
Gamified Productivity Applications
BeeDone Combines Goal Tracking And Gamification For Motivation
AI-Driven Office Productivity Tools
The Zoom Office Suite Introduces a Bevy of AI Features
Gamified Productivity Apps
Task Tree Turns Daily Tasks Into A Gamified Productivity Experience
Gamified Task Managers
28 Tasks Later Turns Task Management Into A Zombie Survival Game
AI Productivity Inboxes
Yahoo Mail’s Planner Uses AI to Turn Emails into Actionable Tasks
Focus Time Management Tools
Pomodoro Timer Combines Smart Scheduling And Productivity Tracking
Flight Productivity Timers
FocusFlight Helps Users Track Tasks With Focused Journeys
Gamified Habit Trackers
Cozy Habits Invites Users to Build And Track Daily Habits
Social Media Reducers
UnplugHero Helps Gamify Social Media Reduction and Build Healthy Habits
Team Engagement Platforms
Deskchime Streamlines Goal Tracking, Feedback, And Team Motivation
Focus Management Tools
AI Pomodoro Timer Poco Uses AI To Balance Focus And Breaks
All-In-One Journal Apps
Journal It App Organizes Notes, Habits, and Goals into a Single Timeline
Gamified Productivity Apps
'Mini Cozy Room: Lo-Fi' Blends Focus Tools With Relaxing Game Design
Gamified Habit Trackers
A Habit Tracker Helps Users Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones
Productivity Wellness Apps
Yin Yang Launcher Creates A Minimal And Mindful Android Home Screen
Time Blocking Tools
Today's Plan Enables Smart Visual Time Blocking For Daily Productivity
Time Tracking Tools
Life Widget Helps Users Visualize And Track Time Progress
Conversational Workspace AI
Google Expanded Workspace with Voice-Based Productivity Features
Digital Focus Boosters
Growthackr Helps Users Limit Social Media Usage And Boost Productivity
AI Productivity Assistants
Cappy AI Helps Automate Emails, Scheduling, and Task Management
Gamified Habit Trackers
Level Up Goal & Habit Tracker Rewards Growth With XP And Challenges
AI Tool Finders
ToolForThat Helps Users Find The Perfect Tools To Boost Productivity
Web-Based Daily Task Managers
Simple Productivity Tool Organizes Tasks Notes And Focus Efficiently
Time Visualization Tools
Progress Tracker Helps Users Visualize And Manage Time Effectively
Productivity Timer Apps
Pomokittens Boosts Focus With Cat-Themed Pomodoro Tracking
Feedback Enablement Tools
Teamble Enables Continuous, Actionable Team Feedback In Slack And Teams
Unified Productivity Branding
Google Workspace Introduced a Cohesive Icon Redesign
Productivity Timer Tools
PomoFox Combines Pomodoro Timers, Music, and Pixel-Art for Focused Work
Wellness Productivity Management
SpongeHome Combines AI Wellness, Focus Tools, & Stress Management
Productivity Prioritization Tools
80/20 Planner Helps Identify And Focus On High-Impact Work Tasks
Productivity Co-Working Games
On-Together: Virtual Co-Working Turns Focus Sessions to Shared Play
All-in-One Productivity Hubs
Utility Hub Offers Secure, Browser-Based Tools For Work and School
Focus Productivity Apps
One Focus Combines Tasks, Timers, and Habits to Improve Daily Productivity
Personal Productivity Apps
Focus Task: That One Thing Centers Each Day Around A Single Priority
Focus Time Managers
Shadow Task Helps Users Track Work And Break Time Efficiently
Team Recognition Tools
Teamsaver Turns Team Updates Into Public Recognition And Career Badges
Job Search Tools
Job Tracker Helps You Stay Organized Through Every Stage Of Your Job Search
Cleaning Productivity Apps
Tidy House Cleaning Checklists Turns Photos Into Actionable Guides
Daily Motivation Tools
Inspirely Delivers Personalized Quotes and Reminders for Daily Inspiration
Integrated Productivity Assistants
Dot Copilot Streamlines Tasks Without Interrupting Workflow
Productivity Control Tools
Lock In Focus App Reduces Screen Time With Accountability Features
Work Tracking Apps
Just Work Tracks Your Work Hours And Personal Productivity Metrics
Digital Productivity Assistants
Organize Tasks, Calendars, & Goals With 24me Smart Assistant
Digital Wellness Tools
FocusPledge Helps You Block Apps and Reclaim Your Time Effectively
Student Task Managers
Homework Hero Helps Students Organize And Track Homework Efficiently
Task Reminder Apps
TaskBell Uses Smart Alerts To Keep Tasks Organized And On Schedule
Spatial Utility Tools
Boost Productivity With Mixed Reality Tools Using Widgets App
AI Productivity Suites
Promptly Offers 180+ AI Tools To Boost Productivity Across Tasks
Gamified Productivity Apps
Solo Quests Turns Goals Into XP-Based Challenges To Build Routines
Time Productivity Tools
Time Online Brings Multiple Time Utilities to a Simple Web-Based Platform
Productivity Tool Navigator
Tool Finder Helps Discover The Best Productivity Apps For Your Work
Consumer Productivity Apps
My Better AI Simplifies Generative AI For Everyday Users
Productivity Task Apps
The Power List Helps You Focus on the 5 Most Important Tasks Each Day
Habit Formation Tools
HabitGo Helps Plan Daily Routines And Track Emotions To Build Habits
Wellness Productivity Hubs
SpongeHome Combines Emotional Wellness, Focus, And Task Management
Productivity Widget Tools
Free Notion Widgets Adds Custom Productivity Tools To Digital Workspaces
Goal Management Tools
Goalz AI Turns Objectives Into Structured Tasks With Analytics And Planning
Focus Tracking Timers
Procrastination Slayer Tracks Work Versus Distraction With Simple Timer
Productivity Focus Tools
Easy Timer Helps Stay Focused With Simple, Customizable Countdown Timers
AI Productivity Hubs
QTools AI Combines AI Features, Utilities, and Entertainment Tools
Positive Screen Management Tools
ScreenTreat Turns Screen Time Into Motivation & Productive Habits
Daily Productivity Trackers
DailyDash Helps Users Set Goals and Track Progress Within 24 Hours
E-mail Productivity Courses
50x Smarter With Gmail Teaches Habits And Hacks To Manage Your Inbox
Integrated Productivity Hubs
Parallel Organizes Tasks, Moods, Habits, And Notes In One Place
Goal-Oriented Social Platforms
Winstack Helps You Track Wins and Reclaim Your Life
Gamified Study Tools
DeepTerm Combines Pomodoro Timing With Custom Quizzes And Progress Tracking
Unified Productivity Apps
Griply Combines Goals, Habits, Tasks And Calendar Into One App
Screen Time Management
DeepFocus Helps Users Control Screen Use and Build Healthier Habits
Life Tracking Tools
Unified Tracker Brings Habits, Tasks, And Mood Tracking Into One Clear System
Clipboard Productivity Tools
OneTap Clipboard App Enables Instant Copy And Paste Anywhere**
DIY Inspiration Apps
Daily DIY Reminder App Delivers Creative Upcycling Ideas And Reminders
Messaging Productivity Tools
WAPI Human Adds AI Automation And Task Management To WhatsApp
Time Management Apps
KB Pomodoro Supports Focused Work Through Structured Time Intervals
Integrated Work Planners
Lean Planner Combines Tasks, Goals, And Projects In One App
Project Management Platform
Shortcut Helps Teams Plan, Track, and Deliver Products Faster
Digital Focus Tools
Impulse Buddy Introduces Social Accountability For App Usage Control
Habit Self-Improvement Tools
HabitLoop Turns Habit Tracking to a Conversational Coaching Game
Lifestyle Productivity Suites
SkillSphere Offers Ten Apps to Enhance Productivity and Well-Being
Interactive Growth Tools
AppStorys Integrates Interactive Growth Tools Into Apps Or Websites
Habit Tracking Tools
Habit Radar Helps Users Track and Build Positive Habits Effectively
AI Productivity Companions
Focusminny App Uses AI To Boost Focus, Goals, And Task Management
Habit Tracking Tools
Habit Pulse Helps Track And Build Daily Habits Effectively
Student Productivity Systems
MediZen Organizes Study, Tasks, And Life In One Workspace
Gamified Productivity Platforms
Leveling AI Turns Goal Setting Into AI Missions With XP Rewards
AI Motivation Nudges
Inspire Inbox Delivers Personalized Encouragement Based on Your Goals
Focus Management Tools
Limit Distractions and Boost Productivity with Refocus on iPhone
Workplace Productivity Tools
ProApps365 Adds Ready-To-Use Web Parts To Improve SharePoint Work
Study Optimization Tools
Better Student Turns Class Content Into Summaries And Notes
Productivity Tool Directories
Bookmarks Bar Productivity Tools Curates 70+ AI And Resources
Digital Habit Trackers
Habby Helps Users Track Goals, Habits, and Daily Journals
AI Productivity Toolkits
'Advanced Online Tools For Every Task' Delivers A Suite Of AI Utilities
Travel Productivity Tools
Morning Commute Turns Travel Time Into Voice Powered Email Management
AI Productivity Tools
TaskNap Helps You Focus On Work And Reward Yourself With Breaks
Productivity Management Tools
Task Flow Offers Seamless Task Tracking And Automated Workflow Tools
Personal Time Trackers
Time Tracker Helps Monitor Projects and Boost Productivity
Task Management Apps
AgendifyNow Helps Users Manage Tasks, Reminders, And Daily Agendas
Habit Productivity Tools
WellNest Uses AI To Help Build Consistent Habits And Stay Motivated
Group Planning Apps
Planloop Removes The Chaos From Planning Activities With Friends And Teams
Productivity App Suites
Time.Chill.Repeat Combines Focus, Music And Tracking In One Platform
Gamified Productivity Trackers
Timecraft Combines Task Tracking And Gamification To Boost Focus
Unified Productivity Platforms
Taskek.com Combines AI, Collaboration, and Project Management Tools
Curated Productivity Directories
Efficiency Hub Curates Productivity Apps To Improve Workflow
Efficient Productivity Hubs
Capture Ideas, Tasks, And Plans Instantly With FlashGO
Distraction Blocking Tools
Locked In Helps Eliminate Distractions And Improve Focus
Focus Recovery Tools
Breaktime Buddy Delivers AI-Powered Breaks For Focus And Recovery
Habit Management Apps
Daily Goal Tracker Smart Habit Helps Track Habits And Plan Daily Goals
Integrated Workflow Tools
Enable In-App Workflow Creation And Automation With Embed Workflow
Group Challenge Apps
Challenge Friends Lets Users Complete 30-Day Self-Improvement Challenges
Agile Gamification Tools
Hack'n'Scrum Adds Gamification To Agile Workflows For Better Productivity
Team Productivity Tools
Daily Pulse Adds A Human Layer To Team Alignment And Productivity
Task Management Tools
Task Insight Pro Centralizes Task Tracking Across Microsoft 365 Applications
Email Productivity Platforms
Filo Mail Turns Gmail Threads To Actionable Tasks With AI Automation
Productivity Dashboard Tools
Making Today Centralizes Tasks, Tools, And Workflows In One Hub
Recognition Tracking Tools
Praise Jar Helps Users Save And Revisit Meaningful Positive Feedback
Focus Productivity Tools
Ring Timer Aids Focus With Customizable Pomodoro And Interval Sessions
Enhanced Email Workflows
Simplehuman Adds Advanced Shortcuts And Smart Controls To Gmail
Location Reminder Apps
Gminder Offers Location-Based Reminders Triggered By Real-World Context
Productivity Focus Tools
Best Focus Simplifies Productivity With A Minimalist Approach
Focus Time Tools
PomoTimer Helps Users Boost Productivity With Pomodoro Sessions
Browser Productivity Tools
MindFlow Turns New Tabs Into Organized, Inspiring Workspaces
Focused Task Managers
Boost Productivity By Completing Three Tasks At A Time With Trix Timer
Focus Management Tools
Intentional App Helps Users Block Distractions and Stay Productive
AI Productivity Apps
Do It Helps Students Overcome Procrastination And Get Work Done
Productivity Tracking Apps
Weeks Life Helps Track Goals, Build Habits, And Boost Productivity
Unified Productivity Platforms
Worklog Buddy Simplifies Task Management and Time Tracking
Automated Task Organizers
GoodPlans Automatically Organizes Tasks To Boost Productivity And Focus
Work Management Platforms
Workzone Helps Teams Manage Projects, Tasks, And Collaboration
Productivity Framework Tools
Effectivity Lab Helps Teams Focus On Priorities And Achieve More
Task Time Trackers
FocusFlow Automates Task Timers to Boost Productivity and Focus
Shortcut Learning Tools
Shortcutter Delivers Daily Shortcuts To Boost Productivity Effortlessly
Distraction Management Tools
Focus Zone Blocks Apps And Notifications To Enhance Productivity
Inbox Management Tools
Spark Helps You Organize Emails And Collaborate With Teams Seamlessly
Adaptive Study Apps
NoteFlow Uses AI To Adapt Productivity Tools To Your Mood
Team App Organizers
StartTray Centralizes And Shares Apps For Streamlined Team Productivity