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Dayboard vs Focus Friend

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Dayboard compared with Focus Friend
DetailDayboard logo DayboardFocus Friend logo Focus Friend
What it doesA personal daily workspace for notes, tasks, and important links The cozy focus timer with a cute bean companion that helps you stay focused
StageStartup Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inSE US
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingDaily: free. Control: $6/month or $61/year (save 15%). Flow: $19/month or $194/year (save 15%). Launch offer: Control annual $39/year through October 31, 2026. Free to download with optional in-app purchases for premium bean skins and a subscription for extra features like earning scarves
Key features
  • Notes widget for capturing thoughts and ideas
  • Tasks widget for tracking daily priorities
  • Quick links to access favorite tools without tab chaos
  • Calendar overview for day alignment
  • Focus session timer with breaks
  • Goals and milestones tracking
  • Habit tracker for daily checklists
  • Cloud sync across devices
  • Calendar sync with Google and Outlook
  • Data export in CSV format
  • Live Activity Timer - See your bean's progress even when your phone is locked
  • Deep Focus Mode - Lock distracting apps during focus sessions with iOS Screen Time integration
  • Pomodoro Breaks - Take productive breaks between focus sessions
  • Bean Customization - Choose from Coffee Bean, Edamame Bean, Pinto Bean, or Hank and John Green Beans
  • Room Decoration - Earn socks and scarves to buy furniture and decorations
  • ADHD-Friendly Design - Simple navigation and visual feedback optimized for attention challenges
  • Cozy Soundtrack - Custom funky music that plays while your bean works
  • No Data Collection - Completely privacy-friendly with no personal information tracking
What makes it different
  • Simplicity without sacrificing functionality—no complex workflows or automations
  • Personal by design with no enforced team features or shared workflows
  • Free tier is fully functional for personal daily workspace use
  • Customizable widget layout—add only what you use and arrange your way
  • Fast, reliable, and private by design with synced security
  • Positive emotional motivation instead of guilt or shame-based approaches
  • Flexible blocking that allows calls and alarms during focus sessions
  • No ads and completely privacy-first with fair artist compensation
  • Named #1 App in America and Google Play's App of the Year
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)19 +3 (up) since last check8 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)1516
Citation Flow (Majestic)2419
Referring domains (Majestic)2839

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