Comparison

Monomo Journal vs RUNTORY

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Monomo Journal

Easily track life events with a personal journal. Organize entries using customizable tags, view them on a calendar, and add images with location data. Keep memories safe with passcode protection and optional iCloud sync across devices.

Highlights
  • Intuitive and easy-to-use interface
  • Customizable tags for people, places, feelings, and activities
  • Calendar view of tagged events
  • Recurring tag analysis
  • Add images with GPS location data
  • Passcode and biometric security
  • iCloud sync across Apple devices
Features
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Monomo, the easiest way to keep track of your life events. An easy to use journal The app has been designed to be intuitive and easy to use. A tag for everything Tags allow you to keep track of the people you interacted with, the places you've been, the sports you've played or feelings you've experienced. You are free to create as many tags as you like. The app will also help you to automatically assign tags with the "auto tags" feature. When did I go for a run? View your tags on a calendar. You will be able to see, for example, when you went for a run, when you met a certain person or when you were particularly happy. Recurring tags You will also be able to view recurrings tags. This will allow you to find out, for example, who are the people you have interacted with the most in the last few weeks or which places you have frequented most often. Old memories The app is also perfect for keeping track of old memories. You don't remember the exact day a certain event happened? No problem! You don't have to specify the exact date, you can indicate only the year and month. An image is worth a thousand words Add images to your journal entries. The app will use the GPS coordinates of the photos to show you where you were when you took them. Time to read Do you want to reread your journal? Reading mode will help you focus on the content. Always with you The app works on iPhone, iPad and Mac. iCloud sync (optional) allows you to keep your journal synced between all your devices. Your journal is safe Set up a passcode and use Touch ID or Face ID to keep your journal safe from prying eyes. Is the app free? The app allows you to add a limited number of entries for free. This will allow you to try out all the features and evaluate if it's the right app for you. You can then decide to unlock the app with a single purchase (no subscription).

About

RUNTORY

Features
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Every run adds to your pet’s story. Track your runs and grow your own companion with RUNTORY. See your run clearly Review time, distance, pace and GPS routes. Follow your records and weekly comparisons to build a habit at your own pace. A pet that grows with you Care for your pet through runs and quests. Take on challenges to discover eggs and customization rewards. Run with just your watch Start, pause, resume and finish runs on Apple Watch. Check distance, current pace and splits, and record heart rate when permitted. Runs are saved locally without a phone or internet connection and sync to their linked account after connectivity returns. Your pet on your wrist Link your account by QR through the phone app to see your selected pet and shared food balance. Feeding requires a valid connection and communication with the service or companion. Music controls and spoken running guidance are also available. Before you start • Basic running and local records work without an account. Guest runs recorded on a watch before linking are not automatically moved to an account linked later. • Account features such as record sync, your selected pet and shared food require the RUNTORY phone app and account linking. Sync timing and guidance in phone-connected headphones depend on connectivity and OS background execution. • The watch interface is currently in Korean. Apple Watch requires watchOS 10 or later. • Location and health/body-sensor permissions support the corresponding measurements. Heart rate may be unavailable if access is not granted. • RUNTORY supports fitness tracking and habits. It is not a medical device and does not diagnose, treat or prevent medical conditions or provide medical advice. • The phone app includes ads and an optional paid subscription. The watch app has no ads. Consult a healthcare professional for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://jhyh940823-dev.github.io/runtory/en/privacy/

Screenshots

Monomo Journal4 screens
RUNTORY4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Monomo Journal at none against RUNTORY's shown. RUNTORY's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Monomo Journal sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and RUNTORY sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Monomo Journal ships an update every 2 months, RUNTORY every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Monomo Journal versus RUNTORY: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMonomo JournalRUNTORY
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS15.415.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB113 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperThe Lost ProjectJUNGHYUN PARK

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Monomo Journal

One-time1
  • Unlimited entries$13.99
2 purchases

RUNTORY

Subscriptions2
  • RUNTORY Plus Monthly$1.991 Month
  • RUNTORY Plus Yearly$14.991 Year

Questions

Is Monomo Journal free?
Monomo Journal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RUNTORY free?
RUNTORY is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Monomo Journal or RUNTORY have ads?
RUNTORY shows ads; Monomo Journal does not.
Which is updated more often, Monomo Journal or RUNTORY?
Monomo Journal ships an update every 2 months, and RUNTORY every 6 days. Most recently, Monomo Journal was updated on November 3, 2026 and RUNTORY on October 31, 2026.

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