Comparison

My.Day vs BagReady

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

Head to head
About

My.Day

This app provides a comprehensive tool for individuals with intellectual disabilities and their caregivers. It integrates visual schedules, communication cards, reward systems, and mood tracking to support daily routines and emotional regulation.

Highlights
  • Visual daily schedules with picture tasks
  • AAC communication cards
  • Token economy reward system
  • Mood check-ins
  • Caregiver PIN-protected settings
  • Type-to-speak functionality (Pro)
Features
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My.Day is a free visual schedule and AAC communication app, built by a special education teacher to help autistic and intellectually disabled learners communicate, follow routines, and grow more independent every day. Completely free. Every feature is included — no subscriptions, no paywalls, no ads. COMMUNICATION (AAC) A full picture-based communication board with real sentence building — combine words into original sentences, not just single taps. Tap to speak with clear, color-coded symbols. A genuine free alternative to AAC apps that cost $250 or more. VISUAL SCHEDULES Picture-based daily routines your learner can follow independently, grouped by morning, afternoon, and evening. REWARDS & MOTIVATION Learners earn points and work toward rewards as they move through their day. DAILY FEELINGS CHECK-INS A simple way to show how they feel — and to track it over time. BUILT FOR EVERYONE • Fully accessible — VoiceOver, larger text, high contrast, reduced motion • Works offline • No ads, and we never sell your data • Available in 5 languages My.Day was created by a licensed special education teacher for the students and families who need these tools most — and now it’s free for all of them.

About

BagReady

Features
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【Mornings without "Hurry up!"】 No matter how many times you call, the morning rush never ends. You end up frustrated — and guilty about it. BagReady is a family-friendly app that transforms hectic mornings into a calm, confident routine your whole family can enjoy. ■ Perfect for families who… Feel guilty about rushing everyone out the door Want to build "I can do it myself!" confidence before the school year starts Need a system that works without relying on reading skills Are tired of the daily "what did you forget today?" conversation Want visual-first tools that support different learning styles Support family members with ADHD, autism, or sensory needs who thrive with visual routines ■ What makes BagReady different ◆ Just tap a picture — and stay engaged Tap an item's illustration and watch it glide into the backpack. No reading required — perfect as a visual support tool for neurodivergent learners and those with ASD or ADHD. About 100 built-in icons ready to use. ◆ Designed to build independence Every detail is built around the "I did it myself" feeling. Simple design, clear illustrations, easy taps — whoever's using the screen becomes the hero of their own routine. ◆ Celebrate progress with stamps and calendar Every successful prep earns a stamp. The calendar fills with color as the habit grows. A shared moment to look back on together. ◆ Available in English and Japanese Switch languages anytime to match your home. ■ Free features Basic prep screen (1 profile) Add items to bag (limited icon selection) Stamps and calendar English / Japanese switching ■ Premium features (paid) Try all features free for the first 7 days. ◆ Unlock all icons [Premium] Use every one of the ~100 built-in icons freely. ◆ Manage small pouches [Premium] Track the contents of gym bags, lunch bags, and other smaller containers inside the main backpack. ◆ Add items from photos [Premium] Photograph any belonging and turn it into a custom item. ◆ AI-powered timetable import [Premium] Scan a timetable and auto-generate item lists for each day. Perfect for weekly schedule changes. ◆ Multiple themes [Premium] Choose from Space, Forest, Ocean, Magic, Sweets, Gem, or Simple. ◆ Multiple profiles [Premium] Manage several family members in one account, no extra fee. ■ Pricing Free plan Core prep features, forever free Limited icon selection Premium plan Monthly: $2.99 Annual: $29.99 (save over 16% — that's 2 months free) 7-day free trial for new subscribers No charge if cancelled during the trial ■ Subscription details Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the period Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, at the same price Manage subscriptions in your Account Settings on the App Store No charge applies if you cancel during the free trial Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTlHEz8eV5uSKPKIV_YHM-Jf0eAs8LnBnu4JKXDM0YNN3iV6Mp8gqCrajs1ijsfbBhUYUHC6H_eLkfW/pub Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ ■ Contact Questions, feedback, or feature requests are always welcome. Please reach out anytime — we read every message.

Screenshots

My.Day4 screens
BagReady4 screens

Verdict

The call

My.Day and BagReady are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. My.Day sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and BagReady sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

My.Day ships an update weekly, BagReady every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
My.Day versus BagReady: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMy.DayBagReady
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEmily SmithYui Kobayashi

In-app purchases

2 purchases

My.Day

Subscriptions2
  • My Day Pro$4.991 Month
  • My Day Pro (Annual)$39.991 Year
2 purchases

BagReady

Subscriptions2
  • PrepKid Plus (Monthly)$2.991 Month
  • PrepKid Plus (Annual)$29.991 Year

Questions

Is My.Day free?
My.Day is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BagReady free?
BagReady is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do My.Day or BagReady have ads?
Neither My.Day nor BagReady shows ads.
Which is updated more often, My.Day or BagReady?
My.Day ships an update weekly, and BagReady every 2 weeks. Most recently, My.Day was updated on October 24, 2026 and BagReady on October 25, 2026.

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