Dayora vs Daylio

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Pricing Comparison

Dayora

$0
No subscription
Full journaling + mood + energy
3-part AI insights on every entry
Voice journaling included
No credit card, no trial, no limits

Daylio

$4.99/mo
$59.88/year for Premium
Mood icons only, no real writing
No AI insights or analysis
No voice journaling
Premium subscription for full features

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Feature Comparison

Feature
Dayora
Daylio
Text Journaling
3-Part AI Insights (Summary/Insight/Next Step)
AI Follow-Up Questions
Reflect Chat (AI Conversations)
Voice Journaling
Mood Tracking
Energy Tracking
Daily Emails
Pricing
Completely Free
$4.99/mo

Who each is for

Dayora

  • People who want to write, not just tap icons
  • Anyone who wants AI to help them understand their patterns
  • Voice journalers who prefer talking over typing
  • People who want everything free, no surprises

Daylio

  • People who only want quick mood icon taps
  • Users who don't need AI insights or writing
  • People focused purely on habit + mood charts
  • Users willing to pay $4.99/mo for premium features

Daylio tracks moods. Dayora helps you understand them.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dayora better than Daylio?

It depends on what you need. Daylio is a mood tracker that uses icons and activity tags, but it doesn't support real writing or AI insights. Dayora is a full journaling app with 3-part AI insights (Summary, Insight, Next Step), voice journaling, Reflect chat, and mood+energy tracking. If you want to actually write and get AI-powered feedback, Dayora is the better choice, and it's completely free.

Does Dayora have mood tracking like Daylio?

Yes. Dayora includes simple mood and energy tracking on every entry. You can track how you feel over time, view mood stats, and see patterns. The difference is that Dayora also lets you write about why you feel that way and get AI insights that help you understand your emotional patterns.

Why is Dayora free when Daylio charges $4.99/mo?

Dayora believes journaling and self-reflection should be accessible to everyone. All features, including AI insights, voice journaling, and Reflect chat, are completely free. No credit card required, no premium tier, no ads.

Can I switch from Daylio to Dayora?

Yes. You can start using Dayora right away. While Daylio focuses on mood icons and activity tracking, Dayora gives you a full journaling experience with AI analysis. Many users find that writing even a few sentences gives them deeper self-awareness than tapping mood icons alone.