Can AI Really Save Time? I Tested It for a Week

 

We all want more time in our day — whether it's to study, work, or just relax. You've probably heard people say "AI tools save time", but do they really? To find out, I tested a few smart tools over one week to see if AI actually made a difference in my daily routine.

Here’s exactly what happened — and what you can learn from it.





Day 1: Planning with AI – My Smart To-Do List

I started by using Notion AI and Google Tasks with AI integrations to plan my day.

  • Tasks were organized based on importance.

  • AI gave time estimates for each task.

  • I added my study, chores, blog writing, and free time.

Result: I saved 30 minutes just by avoiding task-switching and confusion.


Day 2: Email Replies with ChatGPT

Replying to emails used to take me 45 minutes. I copied my emails into ChatGPT and asked for polite responses — then edited them in my tone.

Result: Replies were ready in 10 minutes.
I saved 35 minutes — and felt way less stressed.



Day 3–4: Studying with AI Tools

I used Quillbot, Grammarly, and YouTube Summary AI to:

  • Summarize long YouTube lectures.

  • Rewrite my notes in simple language.

  • Check grammar in essays instantly.

Result: I finished a 2-hour study task in 1 hour!


Day 5: Grocery + Budgeting Help

I used AnyList and PriceOye with AI to create a grocery list and track price drops on essentials.

  • AI suggested what I might need based on past lists.

  • PriceOye alerted me to discounts on items I was eyeing.

Result: Shopping was 50% faster and I avoided unnecessary buys.



Day 6: Writing a Blog Post Faster

I used ChatGPT for outlines, Grammarly for editing, and Canva with Magic Write to speed up visuals and design.

Result: Blog post that took me 4 hours was done in 1.5 hours — with better quality!


Day 7: AI for Relaxation & Sleep

Tried Calm app with AI suggestions for meditation and Sleep Cycle to track patterns.

  • AI adjusted my wind-down routine.

  • Recommended sleep time based on usage and mood.

Result: I slept better and woke up fresher.


Did AI Save Time?

YES — absolutely.

Across 7 days, I saved around 8–10 hours total just by letting smart tools handle small repetitive tasks. Even better? I had more energy and mental focus for the things that mattered.


 Final Thought

You don’t have to be a tech genius to use AI. Just start small — let one tool help you with one task. Once you see how much time you save, you’ll never go back.


Have you tried any time-saving AI tools yet?
Comment below and let’s share what works best!




What's next

More beginner-friendly AI guides, tool reviews, and practical tips are on the way. This blog keeps things simple — no technical language, just useful content that fits real-life routines.

Comments

  1. FahadAugust 1, 2025 at 8:39 AM

    Really enjoyed reading this! I love how you broke things down day by day , it made the whole experiment feel relatable and real. It’s honestly impressive how much time you saved just by using smarter tools more intentionally. I’ve used Grammarly and ChatGPT here and there, but your experience with Notion and the YouTube summary tool really stood out to me. Definitely going to try those next.

    Appreciate the reminder that you don’t need to be super tech-savvy to start. Looking forward to more posts like this!

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