Gratitude by GratefulDay vs DayDiary
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Gratitude by GratefulDay
Cultivate a daily gratitude habit with this user-friendly journal app. Transform your perspective on life, reduce stress, and improve sleep quality. Unlock exclusive content and embark on a journey to a happier, healthier you.
- Daily gratitude habit cultivation
- User-friendly interface
- Reduced stress and anxiety
- Improved sleep quality
- Enhanced emotional well-being
- Exclusive podcast and boutique content
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Welcome to the original Gratitude Journal app, Designed to help you cultivate a daily gratitude habit with its simple design, user-friendly interface, and enjoyable experience, Gratitude becomes a habit that transforms your perspective on life. Here's what people are saying: • "I tell all my friends to get this. It's changed my life!" - Frank S., Brisbane. • "I've tried every diary app out there, and Gratitude is by far the best." - Maria M., NYC. Discover the proven benefits of practicing gratitude: • Experience reduced stress and anxiety • Enjoy better-quality sleep • Strengthen relationships with loved ones • Boost self-confidence • Enhance emotional well-being • Improve focus at work and play • Accelerate your career growth Unlock more goodness with our exclusive content: • GratefulDay™: The Podcast — inspiring stories & mindful moments • Gratitude.Boutique™ — curated finds to elevate your gratitude journey Download and embark on a transformative journey to train your mind for a healthier, happier life. Join the community of gratitude seekers and unlock the power of thankfulness. Your life-changing adventure begins here! Gratitude Yearly Subscription • Length of Subscription: 1 year • Price: $12.00 USD per year • Terms of Use: https://www.gratefulday.app/terms • Privacy Policy: https://www.gratefulday.app/privacy-policy
DayDiary
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Day Diary is your shared space to capture everyday life — together. Whether it’s planning your day, saving memories, or just staying connected, Day Diary lets you and someone special organize your time and moments in a simple, creative way. Shared Calendar Plan your day hour by hour. Add events, track your routine, and see updates instantly across devices. Shared List Keep notes, tasks, or ideas in one place — updated in real time for both of you. Personal Touch Attach photos, add stickers, and turn your daily schedule into something meaningful and fun. Real-Time Sync Everything updates instantly between you and your partner, so you're always on the same page. Private & Secure Your data is shared only between you and the people you invite. Perfect for: • Best friends • Couples • Roommates • Anyone who wants to stay connected daily Start sharing your life — one day at a time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DayDiary at none against Gratitude by GratefulDay's 1. DayDiary also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). Gratitude by GratefulDay's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Gratitude by GratefulDay sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $12.00 per year. DayDiary asks for nothing beyond the download.
Gratitude by GratefulDay ships an update every 2 weeks, DayDiary every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Gratitude by GratefulDay | DayDiary |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (348 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 53.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 348 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 56 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Steve Pearson | Artem Rykov |
Bugs and requests
Gratitude by GratefulDay
Reported bugs
5 issues- App crashes when trying to add/edit photos
- Entries disappearing or not saving properly
- Syncing and login issues
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions
- Notification badges not clearing correctly
Requested features
5 requests- Offline mode
- Ability to export/backup entries
- More customization options
- Improved search and filtering
- Integration with other apps and services
DayDiary
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Gratitude by GratefulDay
- Gratitude Journal1 Month trial$12.001 Year
DayDiary
No in-app purchases
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