Best apps like Etched - A Daily Journal

54+ similar apps compared and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
9 free apps
Updated July 2026

Whether you want more options like Etched or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 54+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Etched

DiaryFi Journal#1

DiaryFi Journal by Griffon Webstudios Inc

Journal App
Editor's Choice
🌟 Lifestyle
5.0(1 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
DiaryFi Journal screenshot 1
DiaryFi Journal screenshot 2
DiaryFi Journal screenshot 3
DiaryFi Journal screenshot 4
DiaryFi Journal screenshot 5
DiaryFi Journal screenshot 6

Securely record your memories with a personal journal app. Add photos, locations, moods, and tags to your entries. Features include speech-to-text and cross-device syncing for a comprehensive journaling experience.

Little World - Record World#2

Little World - Record World by 经纬 郭

Lightweight and privacy safe
Strong Contender
🌟 Lifestyle
5.0(2 ratings)
$1.99
Little World - Record World screenshot 1
Little World - Record World screenshot 2
Little World - Record World screenshot 3
Little World - Record World screenshot 4
Little World - Record World screenshot 5

This app offers robust data security with multi-device sync and local storage. It prioritizes privacy with biometric and password locks, and provides core functions like automatic dark mode switching and global text search. Customize your experience with themes and flexible configurations.

Your Ideas² notebook - Diary#3

Your Ideas² notebook - Diary by GRAINES

e-diary Chronicle your thougts
Worth Considering
🌟 Lifestyle
0.0(0 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
Your Ideas² notebook - Diary screenshot 1
Your Ideas² notebook - Diary screenshot 2
Your Ideas² notebook - Diary screenshot 3
Your Ideas² notebook - Diary screenshot 4
Your Ideas² notebook - Diary screenshot 5

Capture your thoughts and ideas easily with a simple interface. Organize your entries with a powerful search and navigate through your history with a time machine. Protect your data with biometric security and enjoy local storage with iCloud backup.

More apps like Etched

4
Aurel - Journal & Mood Tracker
Aurel - Journal & Mood Tracker
Aurel - Journal & Mood Tracker
Simple. Powerful. Accessible.
Free

This app offers a secure and intuitive platform for daily journaling and mood tracking. It allows users to categorize entries, set reminders, and protect their private thoughts with biometric security. Enjoy a beautiful interface with dark mode support and seamless syncing across devices.

Categorize journal entriesTrack moodBiometric journal protection (FaceID/TouchID)
🌟 Lifestyle
(6)
free
5
Scriptio - Daily Journal/Diary
Scriptio - Daily Journal/Diary
Scriptio - Daily Journal/Diary
Your daily diary and journal
Free

This beautifully designed app offers a powerful text editor for journaling thoughts, dreams, and feelings. Easily attach photos or videos, secure entries with a PIN lock, and record location data for a comprehensive daily record.

Rich text formattingPhoto and video attachmentsPIN lock for privacy
🌟 Lifestyle
(77)
free
6
LifeLog — personal diary
LifeLog — personal diary
LifeLog — personal diary
by EPAM SISTEMZ, IOOO
Free

Automatically organize your daily memories, including places visited, photos, and notes, into a chronological timeline. Revisit key life events and moods through a searchable calendar interface. Your memories are kept private and can be backed up for safekeeping.

Chronological memory organizationAutomatic event compilationAdd notes and links
🌟 Lifestyle
(2)
free
7
LifeLogs - Tell your story
LifeLogs - Tell your story
LifeLogs - Tell your story
Tell the story of your life.
Free

Document your life's journey with this memory-driven tool. Create a digital memoir using text, audio, or video, organized on a personal timeline. Securely log and share your stories, with over 300 prompts to inspire you.

Text, audio, or video logsPersonal timelineLife Topics
🌟 Lifestyle
(23)
free
8
Days - Daily Journal
Days - Daily Journal
Days - Daily Journal
Keep track. Look back.
Free

This journaling app offers a unique approach to reflecting on your life. Entries are intentionally delayed, creating anticipation for revisiting past thoughts and experiences. It aims to make looking back at your history an exciting new journey.

Delayed entry accessUnique journaling experienceTrack daily life
🌟 Lifestyle
(1)
free
9
DrawerJournal - 나의 비밀 일기장
DrawerJournal - 나의 비밀 일기장
DrawerJournal - 나의 비밀 일기장
태그로 기록하는 나만의 비밀 일기장
Free

This app allows you to easily record daily events and thoughts in a timeline format. You can add text, photos, and audio recordings, and organize entries with tags. It offers a secure, offline space for your private memories.

Chronological notes with photos and audioOrganize entries with labels/tagsVoice recording for immersive memories
🌟 Lifestyle
(74)
free with in-app purchases
10
Mojitto – Daily Emoji Diary
Mojitto – Daily Emoji Diary
Mojitto – Daily Emoji Diary
Daily emotions with cocktails!
Free

This app helps you track your daily emotions and create a personalized emoji diary. It generates a unique cocktail based on your feelings and allows you to add photos and stories to your entries. Review your monthly emotional patterns to gain self-awareness.

Record multiple emotions dailyGenerate unique emotion-based cocktailsAdd photos and stories to entries
🌟 Lifestyle
(6)
freemium