What Triage 2 Does
Triage 2 is a lightweight email companion designed for iPhone users who want to clear clutter fast. It’s not meant to replace a full-featured email client; instead, it helps you triage messages in short bursts—turning a chaotic inbox into a manageable stack of decisions so you face less stress and noise.
Interaction and Daily Use
New mail appears as a stack of cards. A quick tap or flick lets you act on each message in seconds. The gestures and layout focus on speed and minimal friction, so you can:
- Send brief replies without opening a full composer
- Mark messages to review later
- Move messages out of your inbox instantly
This streamlined workflow is intended for use during spare moments—commutes, coffee breaks, or any downtime.
Accounts and Compatibility
Triage 2 connects to most popular email providers and any server that supports IMAP. If your provider isn’t available yet, the developer is open to adding new services on request.
- Fastmail
- Gmail
- Any IMAP-compatible mail server
- iCloud Mail
If you need a specific provider added, contact Electric Fence Limited (the app’s developer) to ask for support.
Other Apps to Consider
If you’re exploring alternatives, Paper by WeTransfer is a free app that some users recommend as a simple, visual tool for organizing ideas and quick notes—useful alongside an email triage routine.
Praise and Press
Users who upgraded from Triage 1 report it helped them stay on top of email. Tech writers have noted the app’s focus on speed and simplicity—reviews from outlets like Daring Fireball, Macworld, MacStories, and iMore have highlighted its utility for quickly processing messages without getting bogged down.
Technical
- iPhone
- Free