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Opal: Guided Journal & Diary

Opal: Guided Journal & Diary

Prompts & reflection for depth

38 ratings
9 reviews
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Released
October 10, 2025
Updated
October 28, 2026

Developer

Darby Tarlow
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This app offers guided journaling and reflection prompts to help users explore their thoughts, emotions, and dreams. It features a free library of guides, multi-day series, and audio journaling options. Users can also connect themes across their entries and maintain privacy with on-device storage.

βœ“Guided journaling prompts
βœ“Free library of guides
βœ“Multi-day reflection series
βœ“Audio journaling with ambient soundscapes
βœ“Handwriting, typing, and voice entry
βœ“AI-powered theme analysis
βœ“On-device private storage
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What's New in Opal

1.81

October 28, 2026

Hello Opalites, Just some small fixes and UX improvements. If you have any feedback or just want to chat, feel free to send me an email! Love to hear from you. Warmly, Darby

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

Premium Monthly

Every guide, AI reflections and pattern insights

$7.991 Month
7 Days trial
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The journal I always wanted πŸ–€πŸ–€πŸ–€

I have been using Opal (previously murmur) for over 6 months, through one of the hardest transitions of my life and have found it extremely useful. You can have multiple journals, I have 1 for therapy, 1 for manifesting, and 1 for my journey. I appreciate the optional ai feedback that can show my patterns and cognitive distortions. The guided prompts are helpful and engaging, 1 used the 10 day Shadow work guide for a deep dive, and I regularly use the visualize it feature for focusing on desired outcomes. And I love the burn it page, there is something so satisfying about watching the page burn away. Perfect for releasing things and carrying secret wishes.
I adore the cute creepy weird aesthetic. Please never change.
The developer is kind, responsive, and creating some amazing new features that I can’t wait to see. Thanks Darby πŸ–€
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WWritingWildfire

Response from developer

Aw thank you so much for taking the time to review us! It means the world. Your feedback makes this all so worthwhile, and we have so much more to come! Including more in-depth guides, better memory, and affirmations. Thank you for being on this journey with us. Warmly, Darby

I finally found the one!

I’ve tried so many journal apps and Murmur is amazing. The prompts are inspiring and keep me engaged with writing. The guides are thorough and help me dive deeper. The insights are great and I love the visualization tool and the burn it page. I look forward to working through more of the guides.
FFerfaksake

Response from developer

Aw thank you so much for taking the time to review us! It means the world. Your feedback makes this all so worthwhile, and we have so much more to come! Including more in-depth guides, better memory, and affirmations. Thank you for being on this journey with us. Warmly, Darby

The Best App for Personal Growth

I definitely would recommend this app to anyone looking to write all their thoughts down. I personally find the functions in the app to not only be helpful but also motivating. To be able to have an app that’s easy to navigate and to also push you to share your inner thoughts with yourself is hard to find. I find that if you download this app it will literally make your life better instantly because you are no longer just having a journal you are having a personalized Biopic for yourself. Highly recommend to anyone. One of the best apps on the iOS Store.
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Tthatguyiskoul

Response from developer

Gosh, thank you so much for being part of this. Your support means everything!! Warmly, Darby

Amazing UX and Design

Man, this has such flavor! The 3 eyed kitty is adorable. Love everything about this. Thank you. πŸ™
JJdoisbiabxisjixoe

Response from developer

Aw thank you so much for your support!!! Much much more flavor and journaling goodness to come! Warmly, Darby

Beautiful journaling app

Love the aesthetic
DDonSkisLA

Response from developer

Your support means the world! Warmly, Darby

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FAQ

What is Opal?

Opal is a guided journal and diary application designed to help users delve deeper into their thoughts, emotions, and dreams through prompts and reflection exercises. It offers a free library of guides and multi-day series to facilitate self-discovery.

Does Opal have ads?

No, Opal is ad-free. The application is free to download and use with a free library of guides, with an optional premium subscription for additional features.

What kind of guides are available in Opal?

Opal offers a free library of guides covering topics such as finding clarity, purpose, relationships, attachment styles, limiting beliefs, Stoic philosophy, and gratitude. Each guide provides a sequence of questions with example answers.

Can I use Opal offline?

Yes, Opal is designed with privacy in mind and stores your writing on your device. This means you can use its core journaling features without an internet connection, and no account is required by default.

How does Opal help connect themes over time?

Opal analyzes your entries to identify recurring themes, emotional patterns, relationship dynamics, and dream symbols. It provides weekly and monthly reflections drawn from your own words, which are stored in your archive.

What are the subscription options for Opal Premium?

Opal Premium offers a 'Premium Monthly' subscription plan at $7.99 per month, which includes a 7-day free trial. This premium tier unlocks additional features beyond the free library of guides.

What devices is Opal available on?

Opal is available on iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed for users who want to engage in private, in-depth journaling on their Apple mobile devices.

How often is Opal updated?

The latest version of Opal is 1.81, and it was last updated on October 28, 2026. This indicates a consistent update schedule from the developer to improve the application.