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Diurnal vs CallFirst

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Diurnal compared with CallFirst
DetailDiurnal logo DiurnalCallFirst logo CallFirst
What it doesA native Mac notepad where everything you write becomes a task, with automatic tidying Screen time app that unlocks social media after a real phone call with someone you love
StageNot given Startup
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inNot given GB
Pricing modelNot given Freemium
PricingNot given Free tier with one contact and daily unlock; paid tiers available with pricing varying by region and currency (from GBP 0 to GBP 59.99). Annual subscriptions and one-time purchases available.
Key features
  • Write tasks inline as natural paragraphs
  • No required dates for tasks
  • Automatic task archiving
  • Project management with deadlines
  • Google Calendar integration
  • Voice capture
  • Focus mode with Pomodoro timer
  • AI assistant integration via MCP
  • Offline sync across all Macs
  • Drag-and-drop task planning
  • Blocks Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, Threads, Facebook and Snapchat until 60-second phone call
  • On-device call verification without access to call logs or audio
  • Customizable blocking schedule with one-tap activation
  • Supports both regular phone calls and WhatsApp calls
  • Multiple contacts and named groups on Pro tier
  • Privacy-first design with no contact data synced to servers
  • Daily unlock system resetting each day
  • Free tier with one contact and one daily unlock
What makes it different
  • Automatic tidying eliminates manual maintenance
  • No overdue piles or red tasks
  • Native Mac performance built for one platform
  • Works offline without syncing delays
  • Combines notepad freedom with task structure
  • Designed for personal connection rather than productivity blocking
  • Call-based unlocking replaces generic friction like timers or breathing exercises
  • Verification happens locally on-device without server access to contact data
  • One simple mechanism designed for maximum behavioral impact
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)7 +1 (up) since last check3 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)30
Citation Flow (Majestic)2420
Referring domains (Majestic)2318

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