Comparison

Dayo vs Peak Performance PDX

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Dayo

This app helps families manage screen time by turning it into a rewarding experience. Set agreed-upon limits for apps, and children can earn cash or gift cards by staying within those limits. It uses a science-backed approach to encourage better digital habits for both kids and adults.

Highlights
  • Fund screen time deals with real cash
  • Set agreed-upon daily app limits
  • Automatic, real-time usage tracking
  • Earn rewards via PayPal, Venmo, or gift cards
  • Gamified streaks for earning back funds
  • Personal deals for reducing adult screen time
  • Science-backed behavioral framework
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Pick a thing. It becomes the key to pausing distractions on your phone. Your earbuds case. A coffee mug. A library card. A weird little rock. Pick any object - Dayo locks the apps you choose behind it. To get back in, you have to physically find it and snap a photo. No willpower. No "are you sure?" prompts. Just a real-world object standing between you and the scroll. WHY IT WORKS Every other screen time app gives you a button you can tap your way around. Dayo gives you a thing - and things don't have a "snooze for 15 minutes" option. The friction is the feature. WHAT'S IN 2.0 Modes - Pick a starter kit when you set up a Totem: - Work Mode (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm) - Sleep Mode (every night, 10pm-7am) - Study Mode (Mon-Fri, 6pm-9pm) - Focus Mode (manual only - you lock it when you're ready) Focus Blocks - Pomodoro-style. Pick 25, 50, or 90 minutes. Phone locks. Auto-unlocks at the bell. No snap needed. Schedules - Auto-lock on the times that matter (Pro). Daily Limits - Budget your TikTok at 30 min/day. Once you blow it, your Totem auto-locks until tomorrow. Streaks - Lock once a day, build your run. 3, 7, 30, 100, 365 days - we celebrate every milestone. Reflections - When you unlock, we ask "What did you do instead?" A week later you see your own answers. Yes, it's a little corny. Yes, it works. Buddies (Pro) - Lock in with a friend. You see when they're focusing. They see when you are. Quiet co-presence - no chat, no rankings. Sunday Recap - Every week, we text you a one-line summary of what you reclaimed. "3 hours 22 minutes off your phone. 9 sessions. 7-day streak." That's it. WHO IT'S FOR - People who already tried Screen Time, Opal, and Jomo and tapped past every one of them - Anyone who wants their evenings back without an entire "wellness journey" - Pomodoro nerds who want a real-world commitment device - Friend groups that want to focus together without a chat app screaming at them FREE TIER - Limited manual Totem locks (1 self-initiated lock per day) - Limited Focus Blocks - Daily limits - Streaks and recap DAYO PRO - Scheduled Totems (auto-lock on your calendar) - Buddies (up to 5 friends) - Unlimited manual locks - Unlimited Totem locks - Unlimited Focus locks - Buddy Focus blocks - Future Pro features as we ship them PRIVACY Dayo uses Apple's Family Controls and Screen Time APIs. We never see which apps you blocked or how long you used them - Apple keeps that data on-device. Your Totem photos and reflections live in your private account. We don't sell anything. We don't have ads. You pay us, or you don't. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS Totem Pro is a 1-year auto-renewing subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscription auto-renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://dayo.co/privacy

About

Peak Performance PDX

Features
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Peak Performance account management app. Manager your billing and payment info. Get access to workouts, class check ins, and competitions. Keep track of your goals, workouts, and progress. Purchase memberships and personal training.

Screenshots

Dayo4 screens
Peak Performance PDX3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Peak Performance PDX at none against Dayo's 4. Dayo's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 16 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Dayo sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Peak Performance PDX asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dayo ships an update every 4 days, Peak Performance PDX every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Dayo versus Peak Performance PDX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDayoPeak Performance PDX
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (185 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews55.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings185 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 16 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB88 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAllday people, LLCTreshna Enterprises

Bugs and requests

Dayo

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • Continue button hidden after selecting daily social media hours
  • App crashes and freezes during use
  • Social media time tracking inaccurate (counts background apps)
  • Countdown timer not displaying in new update
  • Registration screen scrolling issues on iPhone 13 mini
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  • Inconsistent discount amounts shown for same items
  • Marketplace interface clunky and difficult to navigate

Requested features

10 requests
  • Real cash payout or gift card options
  • Ability to use full earned credits toward purchases
  • Higher discount caps or percentage limits
  • Marketplace filtering by price, stock status, and category
  • Charity donation option for unused credits
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  • Ability to adjust tracked apps after initial setup
  • More international brand options
  • Countdown timer visibility for daily allowance
  • Flexible cheat day usage instead of forced scheduling
  • Subscription tier with enhanced rewards

Peak Performance PDX

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Dayo

Subscriptions4
  • Dayo Pro Trial7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Dayo Pro$9.991 Month
  • Totem Pro — Founders7 Days trial$24.991 Year
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  • Totem Pro7 Days trial$34.991 Year
None

Peak Performance PDX

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dayo free?
Dayo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Peak Performance PDX free?
Peak Performance PDX is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Dayo or Peak Performance PDX have ads?
Neither Dayo nor Peak Performance PDX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dayo or Peak Performance PDX?
Dayo ships an update every 4 days, and Peak Performance PDX every 16 months. Most recently, Dayo was updated on October 30, 2026 and Peak Performance PDX on October 27, 2026.

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