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Backlog vs Dayflow

Side-by-side comparison for macOS

Backlog

5.0
Productivity

Dayflow

8.0
Productivity

Generate a timeline of your day, automatically

Metric Backlog Dayflow
Category Productivity Productivity
AI Score 5.0 8.0
30-day Installs 8 61
90-day Installs 15 141
365-day Installs 59 911
Version 1.8.0 1.11.0
Auto-updates No Yes
Deprecated Yes No
GitHub Stars 435 5.8K
GitHub Forks 85 302
Open Issues 34 33
License MIT MIT
Language Vue Swift
Last GitHub Commit 3y ago 1mo ago
First Seen Aug 9, 2023 Sep 25, 2025

Reviews

Backlog

Backlog is a simple desktop app for managing lists of todos, tasks, and backlog items. It offers a clean interface and markdown support, making it ideal for those who prefer a straightforward task management tool.

Backlog allows users to create and manage lists of items, such as todos and tasks, using a desktop interface with markdown support.

Pros

  • + Open-source
  • + Clean design
  • + Markdown support

Cons

  • - No auto-updates
  • - Low install count

Dayflow

Dayflow creates a timeline of your daily activities, offering features like 1-click standups and time visualizations. It benefits those looking to track productivity and performance, with options for local AI or custom keys.

Generates a timeline of your daily work activities.

Pros

  • + Focus on privacy with local AI or BYO key
  • + Visualizes time effectively
  • + Aids in daily standups and performance reviews

Cons

  • - May not appeal to everyone
  • - Occasional bugs, though promptly fixed