Version 1.0.0

Worth It? helps you decide whether to do a task yourself (DIY) or hire a professional. It calculates the true cost of your time and compares it against what a pro would charge — so you can make smarter decisions with your money and your hours.

When you first open the app, you'll be prompted to enter your hourly value. This is the foundation of every calculation.

Two ways to enter your value:

• •Annual Salary — Enter your yearly income. The app calculates your hourly rate based on your work schedule.
• •Hourly Rate — Enter your hourly wage directly.

Customize your work schedule:

• •Weekly hours (default: 40)
• •Weeks per year (default: 52)

Your hourly value is shown in real time as you type. Tap Set My Value to continue.

You can update your hourly value anytime from the Settings screen.

Tap the Quick Start dropdown to choose from 12 common tasks:

CategoryPresetsHomePressure washing, lawn mowing, house painting, house cleaning, snow removal, window cleaningCarOil change, car washDIYIKEA furniture assembly, minor repairsFoodCooking a meal, grocery shopping

• •Task Name — What are you comparing?
• •Time Required — How long will it take you (hours and minutes)?
• •Additional Costs — Supplies, tools, rentals, or materials.

Hidden CostWhat It AddsTravel time+30 minutes of your timeTool purchase+$75 flat costLearning time+1 hour of your timeMistake risk+20% buffer on your DIY total

Enter the Professional Service Cost — the quote or typical rate for hiring someone.

Tap Compare to see your verdict.

VerdictMeaningDIY ItDoing it yourself is meaningfully cheaperHire a ProPaying a professional saves you money overallToss UpCosts are close — let other factors decide

"Toss Up" triggers when the difference is within 15%.

Results include:

• •Total DIY cost (time + materials + hidden costs)
• •Hiring cost
• •How much you'd save
• •Full itemized breakdown

Tap See Insights for a deeper view: time saved, your effective hourly rate, the pro's effective rate, and percentage savings.

After viewing results, tap Save & Compare Another to store the decision.

The History screen shows:

• •Every saved decision with task name, date, costs, and verdict
• •A 2026 Optimization Summary with tasks to DIY, tasks to outsource, total savings, and hours freed up

FeatureFreePremiumDaily comparisons3 per dayUnlimitedSave decision historyNoYesHistory screen & analyticsNoYes

To upgrade, tap Get Premium on any paywall screen. To restore a prior purchase, tap Restore Purchases.

SettingDescriptionHourly ValueUpdate your hourly rateVerdict ThresholdAdjust the "Toss Up" sensitivityReset All DataClear everything and start fresh

• •Be honest about time. Most people underestimate how long DIY tasks take. Add buffer time if unsure.
• •Use hidden costs. Tools, travel, and mistakes add up — toggle them on for a more accurate picture.
• •A "Toss Up" is still useful. When costs are close, enjoyment, urgency, or learning can make the call.
• •Explore Quick Start. Browsing presets can reveal surprising results about everyday decisions.