Comparison

DayChunk vs TaskNow

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

Head to head
About

DayChunk

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DayChunk is an ADHD-friendly visual planner that turns your day into calm, manageable chunks instead of overwhelming to-do lists. Designed for busy, easily distracted and overstimulated brains, DayChunk helps you see exactly what fits into today without guilt, pressure or noisy notifications. Most features work entirely offline on your iPhone, with an optional AI helper powered by ChatGPT when you want extra support. Plan your day in visual chunks: * See your day split into clear, simple sections * Add, edit and delete tasks or focus blocks inside each chunk * Quickly spot overload and where you actually have breathing room * Build gentle routines instead of starting from zero every morning ADHD-friendly, low-clutter design: * Minimal interface that’s easy to scan at a glance * Big, readable sections instead of tiny buried lists * Built to reduce decision fatigue and β€œwhere do I even start?” Offline-first with optional AI helper: * All core planning, tasks and mood/energy logs are stored locally on your device * No account, login or cloud backup required * No ads, trackers or hidden analytics If you choose to use the optional AI helper, your prompt is sent securely to OpenAI’s ChatGPT API so we can generate planning suggestions and ideas. This feature is clearly labelled, requires an internet connection and is not required to use the main planner. Mood and energy awareness: * Log simple mood or energy alongside your plan * Notice patterns between how you schedule your day and how you feel * Use those insights to design days that are kinder to your brain Privacy by design DayChunk follows the ZeroCloud Apps philosophy: * Offline-first architecture * No subscriptions or dark patterns * No third-party advertising * Your local planning data stays on your iPhone Important note The optional AI helper may provide general information about routines, self-care or lifestyle, but it is not medical or mental-health advice and is not a substitute for professional care. Always seek qualified help for medical, mental-health or emergency situations. DayChunk is for you if: * Traditional planners feel too busy, rigid or demanding * You’re ADHD, ADHD-adjacent or simply overwhelmed by digital clutter * You want a quiet, private planning space that respects your time and energy No subscriptions. One simple purchase for a planner that lives on your phone – with optional AI when you want it, and silence when you don’t.

About

TaskNow

Features
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Clear your mind, build lasting habits, and stay on track. Features: β€’ Brain Dump & Tasks: Instantly capture and categorize thoughts (Urgent, Deep Work, Life Admin, or Brain Dump). β€’ Focus Timer: Built-in 25m Focus, 5m Short Break, and 15m Long Break modes to keep you in the zone. β€’ Distraction Pad: Jot down random thoughts without breaking your workflow, then convert them to tasks later. β€’ Daily Routines: Set, track, and reset simple morning and evening habits. β€’ Daily Dashboard: Visually track your progress and keep Top Priorities front and center. β€’ Haptic Feedback: Optional tactile responses keep you engaged with your tasks. Disclaimer: TaskNow is a general productivity, focus, and task management tool. It is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://shotexstudio.com/tasknow-daily-task-planner/

Screenshots

DayChunk4 screens
TaskNow4 screens

Verdict

The call

DayChunk and TaskNow are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
DayChunk versus TaskNow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDayChunkTaskNow
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Every 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad β€” better
Requires iOS17.0 β€” better17.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size4 MB1 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperSasa MilatShota Sukhiashvili

In-app purchases

None

DayChunk

No in-app purchases

None

TaskNow

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DayChunk free?
DayChunk is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TaskNow free?
TaskNow is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do DayChunk or TaskNow have ads?
Neither DayChunk nor TaskNow shows ads.

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