MeanIt — Mindful Spending – Intentional purchase decisions without budgets or tracking

Summary: MeanIt prompts users with four questions before each purchase, inspired by the Japanese Kakebo practice, to encourage mindful spending without budgets or tracking. It operates entirely on-device without bank connections, helping users pause and reconsider purchases before committing.

What it does

MeanIt asks four reflective questions before every purchase and offers three choices: Go, Sleep On It, or Not Now. The Sleep On It option enforces a 48-hour pause, allowing users to reconsider impulsive buys.

Who it's for

It is designed for individuals seeking intentional spending habits without relying on budgets, tracking, or financial accounts linked to apps.

Why it matters

MeanIt addresses the lack of pre-purchase reflection by providing clarity before spending, reducing regret and impulsive purchases through mindful decision-making.