DayZen — Visual Time Planner for ADHD

DayZen is an iOS visual time-blocking app that uses a 24-hour radial clock interface to help users with time blindness (common in ADHD) plan their day by explicitly scheduling tasks as time blocks instead of infinite to-do lists.

What is DayZen?

DayZen is a free iOS app that replaces linear to-do lists with a circular, 24-hour radial clock. Users input tasks (with emoji, duration, and category) and see them as colored blocks around the clock. The app outputs a visual schedule that reveals available gaps, plus a focus mode with timer. It is built by developers with ADHD and requires no account — data stays on-device by default.

Key Features

• Radial Timeboxing — The entire day is displayed as one circular clock; each task block shows start time, duration, and color-coded category. No scrolling required.
• Privacy by Default — No account needed; all schedule data stored locally on device. Optional iCloud sync for iPhone–iPad use.
• Two-Way Calendar Sync — Syncs with Google, Outlook, and Apple Calendar. Only available in the paid Pro tier.
• Focus Mode — Tap a task block to enter a full-screen timer that zooms into that block and dims distractions; swipe to mark complete.
• Interactive Widgets — Home screen and lock screen widgets show the next upcoming task (requires Pro).
• To-Do Inbox — Capture tasks instantly without assigning a time; drag into the radial clock later.
• Recurring Tasks — Set repeating schedules with customizable rules (e.g. every weekday, every 2 weeks). Available in the free tier.
• No Ads — The free tier is ad-free and unlimited in time usage, limited to 10 tasks per day.

Who is it for?

• ADHD individuals who experience time blindness and need a concrete visual of how long tasks actually take.
• Designers, creatives, and students who benefit from seeing time gaps to find pockets of free time — the page reports users discovering 2 extra hours a day.
• Privacy-conscious users who want a local-first scheduler with no cloud storage or account requirement.

What can you do with DayZen?

• Plan your entire day in under a minute — Tap to add a task, choose duration and emoji, and see it appear on the radial clock. The layout forces you to work within real 24-hour constraints.
• Focus on one block at a time — Enter Focus Mode to hide other blocks and start a timer synced to the block’s duration. When done, swipe to complete and mark the block.
• Sync with your existing calendar (Pro) — Connect Google, Outlook, or Apple Calendar so DayZen blocks appear alongside existing events, and vice versa.

How does DayZen work?

You open the radial clock showing 24 hours. Tap any time slot to create a task: pick an emoji (e.g., dancing, money bag), set duration, and assign a color category. The block appears on the clock. Tap a block to enter Focus Mode with a timer. Swipe to mark done. No onboarding needed — the app is designed to be operable in 5 taps per task.

Pricing

DayZen is freemium. The Starter tier is free forever with 10 tasks per day, full radial clock, recurring tasks, and no ads. The DayZen Pro tier costs a one-time payment of $24.99 and includes unlimited tasks and categories, two-way calendar sync, advanced widgets, and priority support. No subscription — pay once, own it forever with all future updates.

FAQ

Is DayZen free?

Yes, the Starter tier is free forever. It includes the full radial clock view, recurring tasks, and no ads, limited to 10 tasks per day. No time limits or trial periods.

Is my data private?

Your schedule stays on your device by default. No account is required, and DayZen does not sell or track your data. Local storage is the default; iCloud sync is optional and only shares between your own devices.