Comparison

Today vs Good Dad

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

Head to head
About

Today

Capture and relive your most cherished memories with this digital diary. Personalize entries with themes and transform your life's moments into an interactive memoir. Build your personal legacy by journaling everyday experiences and significant events.

Highlights
  • Create a living diary
  • Capture cherished memories
  • Journal daily moments and milestones
  • Personalize entries with themes
  • Revisit memories anytime
  • Build an interactive memoir
Features
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Create a living diary of your life with Today App. Capture and relive your most cherished memories, from spontaneous laughter to planned milestones. This app offers an intimate space to journal the moments you don’t want to forget. Write about the day you said "yes," the small triumphs, the unexpected adventures, and everything in between. Personalize entries with themes and revisit them anytime, turning your life’s story into an interactive memoir. Start building your legacy today with Today App where every memory is a treasure to keep.

About

Good Dad

This app provides personalized, mindful reminders to help fathers be more present and intentional in their parenting. It adapts to each child's age and name, offering over 100 actionable prompts across 14 categories to strengthen family bonds and support child development.

Highlights
  • Personalized reminders for each child
  • Over 100 actionable prompts
  • 14 thoughtful categories
  • Birthday reminders
  • Available in 9 languages
  • Multi-child family support
Features
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Being a great dad isn't about perfection—it's about presence. Good Dad is your daily companion for mindful, intentional fatherhood. Get personalized reminders that adapt to each child's name and age, helping you show up as the dad you want to be—now available in 9 languages and designed to support families with multiple children. PERSONALIZED FOR YOUR WHOLE FAMILY Every reminder is tailored to each of your children. Whether you have one child or five, Good Dad creates personalized prompts for every unique relationship. Add your kids' names and birthdays, and the app customizes over 100 reminders specifically for your family—from "Ask Emma about her day" to age-appropriate prompts for toddlers, teens, and everyone in between. Plus, you'll automatically receive birthday reminders so you never miss celebrating their special days. MULTI-CHILD MINDFUL REMINDERS Fathers with multiple children receive reminders designed for their whole family. Each notification is personalized with the right child's name and age-appropriate guidance, helping you be intentional in every relationship and present for each unique bond you're building. New reminders help you foster healthy sibling relationships too. DAILY MINDFUL REMINDERS Receive gentle nudges throughout your day to be present, patient, and connected. Each reminder is a simple action you can take right now—no guilt, no pressure, just practical ways to strengthen your bond with your children. 14 THOUGHTFUL CATEGORIES Love & Connection – Express affection and build deeper bonds Patience & Grace – Practice understanding in challenging moments Presence & Mindfulness – Be fully present with your kids Understanding & Space – Give them room to grow and feel Modeling Good Character – Lead by example in all situations Self-Care & Reflection – Take care of yourself as a father Fun & Play – Create joyful moments and lasting memories Daily Routines – Make transitions smoother and more meaningful Discipline & Boundaries – Set loving limits with intention Education & Learning – Support their growth and curiosity Health & Wellness – Build healthy habits together Emotional Intelligence – Help them understand feelings Adventure & Growth – Encourage exploration and trying new things Sibling Relationships – Foster healthy bonds between your children 100+ ACTIONABLE REMINDERS Browse our complete library of reminders, each crafted to help you be more present. Search by category, save your favorites, and schedule reminders that fit your family's rhythm. NEVER MISS A MILESTONE Birthday reminders ensure you're always prepared to celebrate your children. Set how far in advance you want to be notified, so you have time to plan something special for each child. AVAILABLE IN 9 LANGUAGES Good Dad brings mindful fatherhood to families worldwide: English Spanish Portuguese French German Italian Japanese Korean Vietnamese FLEXIBLE & NON-JUDGMENTAL Choose when and how often you receive reminders. Get daily notifications or browse the library whenever you need inspiration. There's no wrong way to use Good Dad—just your way. FOR EVERY DAD Whether you're a new father finding your way, a busy dad juggling work and family, or a seasoned parent wanting to stay intentional, Good Dad meets you where you are. No judgment, no perfection required—just gentle reminders to help you connect. THE MOMENTS THAT MATTER Fatherhood happens in small moments: a question asked at dinner, presence during bedtime, patience when things get messy. Good Dad helps you catch those moments before they pass. YOUR JOURNEY, YOUR PACE This isn't about adding more to your to-do list. It's about remembering what matters most. Each reminder takes seconds to read and moments to act on—small intentions that add up to meaningful connection. Start being the present, mindful dad you want to be. Download Good Dad today.

Screenshots

Today4 screens
Good Dad4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Good Dad at Free against Today's $0.99. Good Dad also leads on ratings volume (6 vs 1). On rating, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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

Good Dad is free to download; Today costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Today holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Good Dad has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Today versus Good Dad: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTodayGood Dad
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.8 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings16 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOzlem AKBUDAKRene DeAnda

Customer experience

Today

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Good Dad

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Today

No in-app purchases

None

Good Dad

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Today free?
Today costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Good Dad free?
Good Dad is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Today or Good Dad?
Today is rated higher. Today averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Good Dad averages 4.8 from 6 ratings.
Do Today or Good Dad have ads?
Neither Today nor Good Dad shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Today or Good Dad?
Today ships an update every 2 months, and Good Dad every 2 months. Most recently, Today was updated on September 21, 2026 and Good Dad on September 19, 2026.

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