Best apps like Simpler - Diary, Journal

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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Updated October 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

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Diary! SmartDiary by Hideki Okuno

Private diary of simple, easy
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4.6(44 ratings)
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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.

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MyToday Lite
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Daily Journal / Diary
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This app allows users to easily write daily journal entries. It supports adding photos, locations, and offers editing and search functionalities. The Lite version has a post limit, encouraging users to upgrade for unlimited entries.

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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
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JotJournal - Private Diary
JotJournal - Private Diary
JotJournal - Private Diary
Quick Notes & Photo Journal
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This app offers a simple and intuitive journaling experience with an SNS-style interface. Create a private timeline to record your thoughts and emotions without complicated settings. It's designed for users seeking an easy-to-use, visually appealing daily diary.

SNS style diarySimple and beautiful designEasy to use interface
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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
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DayMore: Modern Diary
DayMore: Modern Diary
DayMore: Modern Diary
Diary, Note, To-do
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This app allows users to write journals, notes, and manage to-do lists with a simple, beautiful interface. It offers features like adding photos, location, and rich text formatting, with options for themes and layouts. Data syncs automatically and can be backed up for safekeeping.

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Personal Diary (Journal) App
Personal Diary (Journal) App
Personal Diary (Journal) App
No Ads, Simple & Easy to Use
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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
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Fresh Diary - Pure DiaryยทNotes
Fresh Diary - Pure DiaryยทNotes
Fresh Diary - Pure DiaryยทNotes
No ads, no social, no alerts
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A minimalist and private journaling app with a powerful rich text editor. Track your moods, visualize your entries on a map, and set yearly goals. Securely sync across devices and export your memories.

Rich text editorDiary footprints on mapMood statistics
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