Comparison

AYOA vs Sunsama

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

Head to head
About

AYOA

This app offers a unified workspace for thinking, planning, and achieving goals. It integrates mind mapping, task management, AI assistance, and collaborative whiteboards to support diverse thinking styles. Ideal for brainstorming, project planning, and team collaboration.

Highlights
  • Mind mapping for visual thinking
  • Task planning and scheduling
  • AI-powered idea generation
  • Collaborative whiteboards
  • Neuro-inclusive design
Features
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AYOA is the inclusive productivity tool that helps you think, plan & achieve your way. Combine mind mapping, task management, AI, and whiteboards in one beautiful workspace. Whether you’re brainstorming, planning projects, or collaborating with your team, AYOA adapts to every thinking style, perfect for creatives, professionals, students, and neurodivergent users. Why AYOA? • Mind maps for visual thinking • Task planning, scheduling & prioritisation • AI-powered prompts & idea generation • Collaborative whiteboards for teams or solo • Neuro-inclusive features for all brains Join thousands who use AYOA to capture ideas, organise projects, and get more done. Stop imagining productivity. Experience it. Terms and Conditions: https://ayoa.com/terms-and-conditions

About

Sunsama

This mobile app syncs with its desktop counterpart, allowing you to add tasks, review your daily plan, and view your calendar events on the go. It's designed to keep you focused and productive when away from your computer.

Highlights
  • Add tasks quickly
  • Schedule tasks on calendar
  • Review daily plan
  • View calendar events
  • Syncs with Google Calendar
  • Syncs with Outlook Calendar
Features
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*Companion app to the desktop app* You can use the Sunsama mobile app once you've planned your first day from the Sunsama desktop app. This mobile app is built as a companion to the desktop app to help you stay in sync when you're away from your desk, not as a standalone replacement. *Add tasks quickly* When a new tasks comes up and you're not at your desk, quickly add it to your task list. You can schedule it onto your calendar and move it to the right spot on your list to work on it later. *Stay true to your plan* Review what you planned for the day. Create a calm, focused space to stay on top of your workload. *Synced with your calendar* Browse both your tasks and calendar events each day. Synced with Google Calendar and Outlook Calendar.

Screenshots

AYOA4 screens
Sunsama4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sunsama at none against AYOA's 5. AYOA's advantage is review sentiment (62% vs 53%). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. AYOA sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $17.00 per month. Sunsama asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for AYOA against 4.5 for Sunsama. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1K and 490 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 62% of AYOA's written reviews are positive against 53% of Sunsama's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
AYOA versus Sunsama: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAYOASunsama
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1K ratings) — better4.5 (490 ratings)
Positive reviews62.4% of reviews — better53.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1K — better490
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB75 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOpenGenius LimitedSUMMAY, Inc.

Customer experience

AYOA

All ratings1,032 ratings
Positive90.6%
Neutral3.6%
Negative5.8%
Written reviews237 reviews
Positive62.4%
Neutral7.6%
Negative30.0%

Sunsama

All ratings490 ratings
Positive86.9%
Neutral3.1%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews120 reviews
Positive53.3%
Neutral9.2%
Negative37.5%

User reviews

AYOA

From 1K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Central part of productivity system
  • 👍 Unique product with visual approach
  • 🤩 Fantastic app that transforms work
  • 🧠 Helps organize thoughts and ideas
  • 🎨 Visually appealing and intuitive

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent behavior across platforms
  • 🤔 Limited functionality compared to web version
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🤯 Confusing setup and learning curve
  • 🤖 Lack of integration with common tools

Sunsama

From 490 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Helpful, intuitive, and comprehensive
  • 🚀 Excellent workflows
  • 💡 Customizable and flexible
  • 🚀 Seamless integrations with other apps
  • 👍 Useful for ADHD and OCD users

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Buggy mobile app with frequent crashes and glitches
  • 🔍 Limited functionality on mobile compared to desktop
  • 💰 Expensive subscription cost
  • 🔍 Onboarding and login issues
  • 🔍 Inconsistent syncing between mobile and desktop

Bugs and requests

AYOA

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Login issues
  • Crashes and freezes
  • Disappearing data and lost work
  • Compatibility problems with older devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Apple Pencil support on iOS
  • Improved printing capabilities
  • Automatic task archiving
  • Dual verification for task completion
  • Better integration with calendars and task managers

Sunsama

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes on launch
  • Tasks disappearing or not syncing properly
  • Login issues with Google and other accounts
  • Unreliable mobile app performance

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved mobile app with more features
  • Widgets and lock screen integration
  • Better task management and rescheduling options
  • AI-powered task scheduling and planning
  • Integration with more third-party apps

In-app purchases

5 purchases

AYOA

Subscriptions2
  • AYOA Monthly$17.001 Month
  • AYOA Annual$155.991 Year
One-time3
  • Ayoa Task 1 Year$119.99
  • Ayoa Mind Map 1 Year$119.99
  • Ayoa 12 Months Ultimate$155.99
None

Sunsama

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AYOA free?
AYOA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sunsama free?
Sunsama is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, AYOA or Sunsama?
AYOA is rated higher. AYOA averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while Sunsama averages 4.5 from 490 ratings.
Do AYOA or Sunsama have ads?
Neither AYOA nor Sunsama shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AYOA or Sunsama?
AYOA ships an update every 2 weeks, and Sunsama every 2 weeks. Most recently, AYOA was updated on September 24, 2026 and Sunsama on September 22, 2026.

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