Comparison

Daybox vs Crated

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

Head to head
About

Daybox

This app helps you stay focused by automatically progressing through a list of timed tasks. Set durations, add tasks with icons and colors, and let the timer guide you through your day without manual intervention. Live Activities keep your timer visible on the lock screen and Dynamic Island.

Highlights
  • Automatic task progression
  • Customizable task durations and icons
  • Drag-and-drop task reordering
  • Live Activities for lock screen/Dynamic Island
  • Cross-device synchronization
  • Audio cues for transitions
Features
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Stack your tasks. Hit start. Daybox flows through them automatically — no tapping, no switching, no interruptions. Just frictionless focus from one task to the next. Daybox is a timeboxing timer that works like a playlist for your day. Add your tasks, set durations, and let the timer auto-advance through your list. When one task ends, the next begins — keeping you in flow without lifting a finger. HOW IT WORKS - Add tasks with custom durations, emoji icons, and colors - Drag to reorder your task list anytime - Hit play — the timer counts down and auto-advances through each task - Adjust time on the fly with smart +/- buttons that adapt to the remaining duration - Audio cues signal each transition so you stay in the zone STAY FOCUSED, STAY INFORMED - Live Activities show your timer on the lock screen and Dynamic Island - Keep Screen Awake mode so your timer is always visible - Organize tasks into color-coded categories - Skip, reorder, or jump to any task mid-session with intuitive gestures SYNC ACROSS DEVICES - Sign in with just your email — no passwords - Your tasks and categories sync instantly - Real-time timer sync lets you start on one device and continue on another DESIGNED FOR FLOW Daybox doesn't ask you to learn a methodology or track your productivity stats. There are no streaks, no gamification, no guilt. Just a simple, beautiful timer that keeps your day moving forward. Popular with those with ADHD who benefit from time-aware structure, Daybox is also perfect for daily routines, study sessions, workout circuits, cooking, cleaning sprints, creative blocks, or any time you want structure without rigidity. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Crated

Features
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BoxTrack turns the chaos of moving into a calm, organized process. Assign QR labels to every box, photograph the contents, and find anything in seconds — no more mystery boxes on moving day. LABEL & TRACK EVERY BOX • Auto-numbered QR code labels — print and stick on any box • Scan a QR code to instantly jump to a box's full contents list • Organize boxes by room and move • Track packing status from open → packed → unpacked PHOTO DOCUMENTATION • Photograph box contents before you seal it • Multiple photos per box (Pro) so nothing is ever a mystery • Full-screen photo viewer with swipe navigation SEARCH INSTANTLY • Search across all boxes, rooms, and items in seconds • Find any item by name — no scrolling through lists TRACK UNPACKING PROGRESS • Packing and unpacking progress bars for every room • Item-level checklists so you know exactly what's been unpacked HOUSEHOLD SYNC (PRO) • Sync all boxes, items, and photos across every device in your home • Everyone on your move sees live updates in real time • Invite family with a single link — no complicated setup FREE & PRO TIERS • Free: track up to 10 boxes per move — perfect for small moves • Pro: unlimited boxes, household sync, PDF/CSV export • Upgrade any time from inside the app NO FORCED SIGN-UP Start organizing the moment you install. No account, no email, no credit card required. Create an account only if you want to sync across devices. Perfect for individuals, couples, and families moving to a new home. The only modern, affordable, cross-platform box tracker. Terms of Use: https://area43labs-privacy.pages.dev/moving-box-tracker/terms Privacy Policy: https://area43labs-privacy.pages.dev/moving-box-tracker

Screenshots

Daybox4 screens
Crated4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Crated at none against Daybox's 3. Crated also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.2). On price, ads and device support 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. Daybox sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Crated asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Daybox versus Crated: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDayboxCrated
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.215.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperScott HansonArea 43 Labs

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Daybox

Subscriptions2
  • Daybox Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Daybox Pro Annual$16.991 Year
One-time1
  • Daybox Pro Lifetime$39.99
None

Crated

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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