Quittr
Track progress, get support, access educational materials with tailored reminders and real-time community forum.
What is Quittr?
Quittr is a support tool designed to help people quit smoking by tracking their progress, providing educational resources, and connecting them with others on the same journey. The app combines personal progress monitoring with a community forum where users can share experiences and encouragement in real time. It sends tailored reminders based on individual goals and usage patterns, helping users stay motivated during difficult moments. The freemium model means you can start using core features without paying, with the option to upgrade for additional resources or features.
Key Features
Progress tracking
Monitor cigarettes not smoked, money saved, and time since quitting
Tailored reminders
Receive customised notifications timed to help during high-risk moments
Educational materials
Access information about quitting strategies and withdrawal management
Community forum
Connect with other users for real-time support and advice
Freemium access
Start tracking and getting support without upfront payment
Pros & Cons
Advantages
- Community element provides social support, which research shows improves quit success rates
- Combining tracking, education, and peer support in one app reduces the need to use multiple tools
- Free tier removes financial barriers to accessing quit-smoking support
- Real-time forum feedback offers immediate help during cravings or difficult moments
Limitations
- Effectiveness depends heavily on user engagement; tracking alone doesn't guarantee success without active participation
- Community forums require moderation to maintain quality and safety; mixed quality of peer advice is common in user-driven support spaces
- May work better as a supplement to professional help (like counselling or medication) rather than as a standalone solution for heavy smokers
Use Cases
Someone planning to quit who wants daily tracking and motivation
Users needing peer support from others attempting to quit at the same time
People learning about withdrawal symptoms and coping strategies before or during quitting
Anyone wanting to visualise financial savings from not smoking as additional motivation
Users building a quit plan and needing reminders calibrated to their personal risk times