Bonfire vs Milepath
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Bonfire
This app offers a private space to journal your thoughts anonymously, accompanied by soothing campfire sounds and ambient visuals. It provides a calm environment for self-reflection, stress relief, and building a journaling habit without the pressures of social media.
- Anonymous and safe journaling
- Empathy button for connection
- Soothing campfire sounds
- Customizable background themes
- Daily missions and rewards
- Optional premium features
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Loved by over 120,000 people — tired of social media? Gather around the Bonfire. ■ What is Bonfire? Bonfire is an anonymous diary app where you can write your thoughts while listening to soothing campfire sounds. No names, no profile pictures, and no comment sections. There is only an "empathy" button. From happy moments to difficult days, gently record your feelings by the campfire. ■ Perfect for you if... You're tired of social media You want to build a journaling habit You want to be heard without needing replies You want to relax before bed You tend to bottle up stress You want a safe, anonymous place to write ■ Key Features Anonymous & Safe No registration required. Start right away without an account. Choose to make your entries public or private. Connect Through Empathy No comments — just an empathy button. Express your feelings with over 18 reaction icons. Soothing Campfire Sounds Realistic campfire audio and beautiful background music gently create a relaxing atmosphere. The ambiance automatically changes between day and night. Beautiful Camp Backgrounds Choose from over 18 stunning background themes: Mt. Fuji, aurora, cherry blossoms, starry skies, lakeside, and more. Daily Missions Complete daily missions and collect firewood points. ■ Premium Features Ad-free experience No character limit All background themes unlocked Calendar view Diary editing Block specific words AI filter that automatically hides negative entries All background music unlocked Passcode lock ■ Supported Languages Japanese / English / Korean / Chinese ■ Contact Us Feel free to reach out anytime through the in-app Settings. Terms of Use: https://bonfire-diary.com/en/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://bonfire-diary.com/en/privacy/
Milepath
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Focus on one goal. Achieve it for sure. Milepath is a goal achievement app that breaks down your big goals into "milestones" and "tasks," turning them into daily actions you can actually complete. Passing an exam, learning a language, losing weight, running a marathon... "I know what I want to do, but I don't know where to start." Milepath guides you step by step. --- Key Features --- [Design Goals with SMART Framework] Build your goals using the SMART framework (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound). Use templates to get started right away. [Visualize Your Path with Milestones] Break big goals into intermediate checkpoints. Set tasks for each milestone and make steady progress. The timeline view gives you a clear picture of your overall progress. [Swipe Through Daily Tasks] When you open the app, today's tasks appear as cards. Swipe right to complete, swipe left to skip. Quick and intuitive task management. [Build Habits with Daily Logs] Record your mood and comments every day. Your streak (consecutive days logged) is displayed to keep you motivated. [Recurring Tasks] Set tasks to repeat daily, on weekdays, weekly, or on custom days. Automate your daily routines. [If-Then Plans] Plan actions in advance with the format "If X happens, then I will do Y." Prepare for obstacles before they occur, so you can stay on track. [7 Goal Templates] - Learn a New Language - Pass a Language Exam - Read 24 Books a Year - Lose 5kg - Complete a Marathon - Pass a Certification Exam - Learn Programming Each template includes milestones and tasks, so you can start immediately. [Customize Your Goal Theme] Set gradient colors or your own photos as the background. Create a goal screen that is uniquely yours. [Widget Support] Display your goal progress on your home screen. Small and Medium sizes available. [Notification Reminders] Daily reminders, task due date alerts, and streak reminders keep you on track. [Privacy First] All data is stored on your device. No account registration required. Your goals are yours alone. --- Recommended For --- - People who want to systematically work toward a big goal - People who have goals but don't know where to start - People who want to track daily progress and stay motivated - People looking for a simple, easy-to-use goal management app
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Milepath at none against Bonfire's 10. Milepath also leads on ads (none vs shown). Bonfire's advantage is iOS requirement (14.1 vs 26.2). On price 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. Bonfire sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Milepath asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Bonfire | Milepath |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (6 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 53.6% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 14.1 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 97 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Yuto Otani | Ryoma Yanagimoto |
In-app purchases
Bonfire
- Bonfire Premium$1.991 Month
- Bonfire Premium$22.991 Year
- [Support] Coffee$1.49
- Premium plan$4.99
- [Support] Firewood$4.99
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- [Support] Lantern$9.99
- Premium plan$11.99
- [Support] Sleeping Bag$19.99
- [Support] Tent$49.99
- [Support] Rent Out the Campsite$99.99
Milepath
No in-app purchases









