Best apps like May Diary - Gratitude Journal

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Updated August 2026

Whether you want more options like May Diary or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 44+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to May Diary

Moment Diary Tale#2

Moment Diary Tale by Tomonari Sonoda

Strong Contender
🌟 Lifestyle
4.1😐(15 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This private diary app allows users to create timestamped notes for various purposes, including personal journaling, business records, and logs. It offers features like passcode protection, data export, backup/restore, and photo integration for a comprehensive journaling experience.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use interface
  • 📝 Versatile for notes and diary
  • 🔍 Powerful search functionality
  • ✨ Customizable appearance

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App crashes frequently
  • 📉 Some features removed (e.g., favorites)
  • 💸 In-app purchases/currency issues
Secret Diary with Lock - Muse#3

Secret Diary with Lock - Muse by Bogdan Filippov

Journal, Mood, Audio, Video
Worth Considering
🌟 Lifestyle
4.7😊(693 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app allows you to capture and preserve life's moments with rich detail. Protect your thoughts with biometric or passcode locks, personalize your entries with various media, and sync across devices. It's designed to make journaling an enjoyable and secure experience.

What We Love

  • 🔒 Secure with password/fingerprint lock
  • 👍 Simple and easy to use interface
  • 📸 Ability to add photos to entries
  • 🩷 Customizable appearance (colors, icons)

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Issues with text editing and cursor jumping
  • 💤 Occasional app freezes and crashes
  • 📢 Intrusive ads and paywalls

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