Best Simpler alternatives: apps like Simpler - Diary, Journal

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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Updated November 2026

Whether you want more options like Simpler or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Simpler

MiniJournal private diary#1

MiniJournal private diary by Jamie Kelly

Simple, secure journaling
Editor's Choice
🌟 Lifestyle
4.3(10 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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A private digital journal for capturing thoughts, memories, and daily events. It offers a secure and simple writing experience with no account required, and allows for rich entries with time, location, weather, and photos. Unlock all features permanently with a one-time purchase.

Diary! SmartDiary#2

Diary! SmartDiary by Hideki Okuno

Private diary of simple, easy
Strong Contender
🌟 Lifestyle
4.6(45 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Record daily life with photos and track your mood and schedule on a calendar. Secure your entries with a passcode and easily access past memories. Customize your diary with various settings for a personalized experience.

Text Diary - Journal Notebook#3

Text Diary - Journal Notebook by FugaPiyo Inc.

Journal Diary Notebook, Habit
Worth Considering
🌟 Lifestyle
4.6(7 ratings)
FreeAds
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A free and simple text-based journaling app that allows unlimited entries. Organize your thoughts with folders, colors, and tags, and easily search or filter your past entries. Enjoy a comfortable user experience with quick startup and dark mode.

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MyToday Lite
MyToday Lite
MyToday Lite
Daily Journal / Diary
Free

This app allows users to easily record daily thoughts and memories. Attach photos, add location details, and organize entries by date. Secure your journal with a password and back up your data to cloud services.

Daily journalingPhoto attachmentsLocation tagging
🌟 Lifestyle
(23)
ad-supported
5
Diary, Private Journal: Diario
Diary, Private Journal: Diario
Diary, Private Journal: Diario
Daily Journaling with Password
Free

Securely record your thoughts and memories in a private digital journal. Create personalized entries and protect them with a passcode for peace of mind. Start your daily journaling habit with this easy-to-use application.

Personalized diariesAdd notesPasscode protection
🌟 Lifestyle
(42)
free with in-app purchases
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Purple Diary: Journal & Lock
Purple Diary: Journal & Lock
Purple Diary: Journal & Lock
Daily Mood Tracker & Planner
Free

This app allows you to document your life through writing, adding photos, and tracking your daily mood. You can customize its appearance, organize entries with tags, and secure your private thoughts with a password lock. It's designed to be an intuitive digital journal for personal reflection and memory keeping.

Daily journaling with text and photosMood tracking for emotional awarenessCustomizable themes and appearance
🌟 Lifestyle
(91)
free with in-app purchases
7
DayMore: Modern Diary
DayMore: Modern Diary
DayMore: Modern Diary
Diary, Note, To-do
Free

A modern digital journal and note-taking app with a clean design. It offers robust features for organizing thoughts, tasks, and memories, including rich text formatting, media attachments, and secure backup options.

Rich Text FormattingAdd Photos, Location, ChecklistTo-do List Functionality
🌟 Lifestyle
(108)
free with in-app purchases
8
Journal Today: A Private Diary
Journal Today: A Private Diary
Journal Today: A Private Diary
Mood Tracker & Gratitude Habit
Free

Easily record your thoughts, memories, and moods in a private digital journal. Organize entries with tags and photos, and keep your private thoughts secure with passcode and Face ID protection. Sync across all your devices for seamless access.

Timeline of entriesCalendar viewAdd photos to entries
🌟 Lifestyle
(73)
freemium
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Daily Gratitude Journal
Daily Gratitude Journal
Daily Gratitude Journal
Lock Diary & Daily Prompt
Free

This app offers a guided journaling experience with daily prompts to inspire your writing. Secure your thoughts with a lock feature and track your mood over time. Enhance your entries with photos and discover new themes.

Daily writing promptsSecure diary lockMood tracking and history
🌟 Lifestyle
(200)
free
10
Personal Diary (Journal) App
Personal Diary (Journal) App
Personal Diary (Journal) App
No Ads, Simple & Easy to Use
Free

This app provides a simple and secure digital space for journaling. It offers passcode and biometric protection, iCloud sync across devices, and the ability to add photos, moods, and weather to your entries. It's designed to be an accessible and ad-free journalling experience.

Passcode & biometric protectioniCloud sync across devicesImport photos into entries
🌟 Lifestyle
(106)
free with in-app purchases