# Attaboy!! > Personalized compliments from a behavioral economist to lift your spirits. (iPhone/iPad app by Ariely Family, LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/attaboy/id371156872 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Ariely Family, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/357622056) - Category: Lifestyle, Health & Fitness - Price: Free - Rating: 2.33/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 12 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2010-05-11 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/attaboy/id371156872/reviews.md ## What is Attaboy!!? Attaboy! is an all new app from Duke University's Center for Behavioral Economics. Designed by acclaimed psychologist and behavioral economist Dan Ariely, At a boy! is always there for you with a fresh compliment to lift your spirits! Rate the compliments you like (and the ones you don't) so that At a boy! displays only the messages that make you feel great! All compliments in At a boy! are generated by other At a boy! users. If you want to submit your own compliment, simply tap the pen button at the top of the app and submit your own, knowing that thousands of At a boy! users out there will have a better day! Enjoy! ## Key features - Personalized compliments - User-generated content - Mood boosting affirmations - Rate and curate messages - Submit your own compliments ## Recent user reviews (6 of 6) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/attaboy/id371156872/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Pretty fun *2021-02-13, version 3.1* It’s pretty fun and they give you a compliment all the time ### 1/5 — Stopped working *2018-12-16, version 3.1* As the other reviews say, the app is sexist, but it also completely stopped working recently. I no longer have the notifications appear at all as they did before and my details keep disappearing from the settings... It was a very nice idea, but executed extremely poorly. ### 1/5 — Yikes *2018-05-24, version 3.1* When you set the gender as male, the compliments are all about leadership style, intelligence, etc. switch they gender to female and it’s all about physical appearance and looking hot. It’s 2018 folks! ### 5/5 — At a Boy *2012-09-17, version 1* Delightful!! You begin by getting a compliment, so it starts out happy. This makes you think positive thoughts which you can submit to the site. You can submit by tapping the pen in the upper right corner. This makes you think positive thoughts to submit to the site. Each submission gives you a positive stroke which causes you to think more positive thoughts and begins a wonderful feedback loop. So good for the soul to create a joyful heart. Thank you ### 4/5 — Simple, Fun, Effective *2011-01-22, version 1* This app does what it aims to do and allows user submissions. I found it simply effective and uplifting. ### 5/5 — Fun and Unique App! *2010-05-12, version 0* Interesting app to play around with. Very well done. ## Frequently asked questions about Attaboy!! ### What is Attaboy!!? Attaboy!! is a free app designed to provide users with uplifting compliments. It was created by Duke University's Center for Behavioral Economics and features messages generated by other users. ### How does Attaboy!! personalize compliments? You can rate the compliments you receive, indicating which ones you like and dislike. Attaboy!! uses this feedback to tailor the messages it shows you, ensuring you see more of what makes you feel great. ### Can I submit my own compliments to Attaboy!!? Yes, you can submit your own compliments by tapping the pen button within the app. Your submissions can help brighten the day for thousands of other Attaboy!! users. ### What is the age rating for Attaboy!!? Attaboy!! has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. ### On which devices can I use Attaboy!!? Attaboy!! is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. ### When was Attaboy!! last updated? The latest version of Attaboy!! was released on May 25, 2017. The app was originally released on May 11, 2010. ### What is the user sentiment for Attaboy!!? Based on the provided data, Attaboy!! has a rating of 2.3 stars from 3 ratings, indicating a mixed to negative user sentiment. ### Does Attaboy!! have ads? The provided data does not specify if Attaboy!! contains advertisements. It is listed as a free app. ## Version history (last 1 release) ### 3.1 — 2017-05-25 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. - UI tweaks. ## Apps similar to Attaboy!! | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Spa Nijoli & Salon](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spa-nijoli-and-salon/id1571475440) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Jasmin French](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jasmin-french/id1567060360) | — | Free | Lifestyle | | [Contur](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contur/id1571663000) | — | Free | Lifestyle | | [Challenge 2021](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/challenge-2021/id1571996360) | — | Free | Lifestyle | | [SND Client App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snd-client-app/id1567449580) | 5.0 (5) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Miluklub](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/miluklub/id1572279580) | — | Free | Lifestyle | ## More apps by Ariely Family, LLC - [Conscience+](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/conscience-plus/id527021703) - [Pocket Ariely](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-ariely/id620356240) - [Fair Game?](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fair-game/id1138020713) - [Irrationally Yours](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/irrationally-yours/id1161762733) All apps by Ariely Family, LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/357622056 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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