DIYProject.ai vs Dib
Dib is the most AI-native app in this category: photograph an appliance and it identifies the model, finds the manual, and checks it against recall databases. But it is a home-records app. It tells you what you own; it does not plan the project. DIYProject.ai points AI at the work itself: full DIY plans with steps, tools, materials, and budget, plus 48+ material calculators and calendar-synced maintenance, at half the price. Pricing shown is each vendor's published rate as of July 2026; confirm the current number on their site before buying.
Pricing at a glance
Free tier with 3 AI plans/month and every calculator. Pro unlocks unlimited planning.
An AI-native home-records app (iOS, Android, and web) with a free Centriq importer, photo-scan item capture, and daily recall monitoring. Still in beta.
Feature comparison
| Feature | DIYProject.ai | Dib |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free · Pro $59/yr | Free · Pro $10/mo or $120/yr |
| AI project planning | Yes — AI project plans (Claude) | No, AI answers questions about your home |
| Material calculators | 48+ built-in material calculators | None |
| Cheat sheets | Free, unlimited | None |
| Contractor quotes | Collect and compare side by side | Contractor directory only |
| Tools & supplies inventory | Appliances + tools & supplies | Home inventory only |
| Scan nameplate to auto-fill | Not yet (manual entry) | Yes, its best feature |
| Product recall alerts | Not yet | Yes, CPSC + NHTSA daily |
| Centriq import | Not yet | Yes, free importer |
| Recurring maintenance | Recurring tasks with reminders | Yes, auto-created from inventory |
| Calendar sync (ICS) | Yes — subscribe in Apple/Google Calendar (ICS) | No |
| Platform | iPhone + full web app | iPhone, Android, and web |
| Collaboration | Yes — shared workspace + roles | Family sharing with roles |
| Track record | Growing | Still in beta, 3 App Store ratings |
Which one is right for you?
DIYProject.ai is best for…
- DIYers who want AI to plan the project, not just catalog the house.
- Anyone who wants 48+ material calculators and cheat sheets.
- People collecting and comparing contractor quotes.
- Anyone who wants maintenance in Apple or Google Calendar.
- Budget-conscious buyers: $59/yr vs $120/yr.
Dib is best for…
- Ex-Centriq users who want a free one-click import of their data.
- People who want to photograph an appliance and have AI fill in the rest.
- Anyone who specifically wants automated recall monitoring.
- Android users (DIYProject.ai is iPhone and web today).
Bottom line: Dib is the better digital binder: photo-scan capture, automatic manuals, and recall alerts. DIYProject.ai is the better project manager: AI plans, 48+ calculators, quote comparison, and calendar sync, for half the price. Dib tells you what you own. We help you do the work.
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