Comparison

Yay! Video Journal vs TimeStamp Private Journal

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

Head to head
About

Yay! Video Journal

Record your thoughts and experiences through video, photos, and notes. Easily search past entries with notes and hashtags. Protect your private journal with FaceID or passcode.

Highlights
  • Record video entries
  • Include photos and videos
  • Add notes and hashtags
  • Search entries by keyword
  • FaceID/Passcode protection
  • Workout integration
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Yay! is the very modern and private way to record your thoughts and meaningful happenings, once or as many times as you like per day. * Record video * Show where you are by switching camera at any time * Include important photos and videos * Include workouts via Apple's Suggestions * Add notes and hashtags to each entry * Search by note, hashtags or anything you said to easily find what you need * FaceID or passcode protect your entries to keep everything private At the end of each recording, a complete video is output which includes your photos and other videos. Up to 7 entries can be made for free so that you can try Yay! with no commitment. In-App Purchases 3 in-app purchases are available: - One month. This does not auto-renew. Allows you to try out the app without worrying that you’ll forget about a renewing subscription - Monthly. This is an auto-renewing Monthly subscription which lets you use all the features of the app until you cancel. - Yearly. This is an auto-renewing Yearly subscription which lets you use all the features of the app until you cancel. Our best value. When you purchase one of the above, you unlock these features: - Unlimited entries - Option to auto-save to your Photo library - Unlimited private cloud storage of all your entries - Security with Face ID or Passcode. No one else can see the entries you’ve made - No Ads Information We Collect We collect the following information when you purchase a monthly plan or subscription: - First name - Last name - Email address - We store your video entries (not the images, videos and other media used to create the entries) on our servers as part of a monthly purchase or subscription Information We Share Explore Fun Inc does not share any of the above information with any 3rd party, unless we are forced to do so to comply with laws. Ads And Analytics Only aggregated, anonymous statistics are used to serve ads in the app. Some aggregated, anonymous statistics are collected such as which screens you visit, which buttons you press, crash information etc, but this is anonymous and cannot be connected back to you. We do this to improve the operation of our apps and to inform decisions on which areas of the app we should improve and expand upon. Purchase Information When you purchase a monthly plan or subscription, Apple handles all of the billing information (eg credit card info, your name, your address) and none of this information is shared with Explore Fun Inc. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at the confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Terms & Conditions: https://terms.explorefun.com Privacy Policy: https://privacy.explorefun.com

About

TimeStamp Private Journal

This app helps you privately record life's important events and the people who shared them. Log milestones like baptisms and birthdays, track attendees such as godparents and family, and build a secure photo diary of cherished memories and connections.

Highlights
  • Track guests and godparents for events
  • Build a private family history diary
  • Add photos to journal entries
  • Log events with custom notes and categories
  • Organize with tags and search
  • Private and synced across devices
  • Unlimited photos with Premium
Features
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Track Godparents, Guests & Milestones in Your Private Photo Diary Capture life's milestones and the people who make them unforgettable. With TimeStamp Journal & Diary, log events like baptisms, birthdays, and anniversaries while tracking every attendee—godparents, family, friends—who shared the joy. Build a secure family history diary filled with photos, details, and lasting connections. Perfect for cherishing special moments and never forgetting who was there. Why Choose TimeStamp for Guest & Milestone Tracking? • Track Attendees Effortlessly: Record godparents at baptisms, guests at birthdays, or family at anniversaries—keep a complete "who was there" log for every event. • Build Family History: Create a personalized milestone diary that captures not just dates, but the people and stories behind them—ideal for reunions or legacy building. • Rich Photo Memories: Add photos to relive moments (multiple images with Premium) in your secure photo journal. • Easy Event Logging: Save occasions with dates, custom notes, and categories like "Baptism" or "Wedding" for quick organization. • Smart Organization: Use tags, bookmarks, and powerful search to find any guest list or memory in seconds. • Private & Synced: Your diary stays locked and auto-syncs across devices with free cloud backup—peace of mind for personal stories. • Intuitive Design: Clean, user-friendly interface for journaling on the go, whether it's a gratitude entry or travel adventure. Key Features for Seamless Tracking People-Present Guest Logs • Log every detail: Who attended? Note godparents, relatives, or friends with custom fields for roles and contacts. • Cherish connections: Always remember who celebrated your baby's christening or wedding vows with you. • Family-focused: Turn fleeting gatherings into a searchable history of shared joys. Milestone Event Journal • Record baptisms, birthdays, anniversaries, and more with timestamps, descriptions, and attendee lists. • Filter by event type to revisit guest trackers for holidays or reunions effortlessly. Custom Categories & Tools • Tailor categories like "Godparents Tracker" or "Birthday Guests" to fit your life. • Bookmark favorites for instant access to heartfelt moments. Advanced Search & Sync • Filter by bookmarks and categories. • Find any memory in seconds with our robust search functionality. Seamless Cloud Sync • Cloud sync keeps your private diary safe and accessible everywhere. Premium Features • Unlimited photos per entry for vivid storytelling. • Ad-free experience for focused reflection. TimeStamp transforms your phone into a timeless guest book and private diary. Whether planning a baptism (track those godparents!), hosting a birthday bash, or reflecting on an anniversary, start logging the people who matter today. Download now and make every moment count! *Premium features available via in-app purchase. Great for: godparents tracker, baptism guest log, family milestone diary, event attendees journal, private photo diary, anniversary tracker, birthday guest list, and personal family history app. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms of Service: https://pixolini.com/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://pixolini.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Yay! Video Journal1 screens
TimeStamp Private Journal4 screens

Verdict

The call

Yay! Video Journal and TimeStamp Private Journal both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Yay! Video Journal's written reviews are positive against 83% of TimeStamp Private Journal's. TimeStamp Private Journal's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Yay! Video Journal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and TimeStamp Private Journal sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Yay! Video Journal against 5.0 for TimeStamp Private Journal. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 8 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Yay! Video Journal's written reviews are positive against 83% of TimeStamp Private Journal's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Yay! Video Journal ships an update every 10 days, TimeStamp Private Journal every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 21, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Yay! Video Journal versus TimeStamp Private Journal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterYay! Video JournalTimeStamp Private Journal
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (6 ratings)5.0 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better83.3% of reviews
Number of ratings68 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size276 MB84 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperExplore Fun IncPixolini, Inc.

Customer experience

Yay! Video Journal

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

TimeStamp Private Journal

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Yay! Video Journal

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
  • Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • One Month Only$3.99
7 purchases

TimeStamp Private Journal

Subscriptions6
  • TimeStamp Premium Monthy7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • TimeStamp Premium Monthy7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • TimeStamp Premium Monthy$2.991 Month
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  • TimeStamp Premium Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • TimeStamp Premium Yearly7 Days trial$12.991 Year
  • TimeStamp Premium Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is Yay! Video Journal free?
Yay! Video Journal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TimeStamp Private Journal free?
TimeStamp Private Journal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Yay! Video Journal or TimeStamp Private Journal?
Yay! Video Journal and TimeStamp Private Journal are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 6 and 8 ratings respectively.
Do Yay! Video Journal or TimeStamp Private Journal have ads?
Both Yay! Video Journal and TimeStamp Private Journal show ads.
Which is updated more often, Yay! Video Journal or TimeStamp Private Journal?
Yay! Video Journal ships an update every 10 days, and TimeStamp Private Journal every 2 weeks. Most recently, Yay! Video Journal was updated on August 21, 2026 and TimeStamp Private Journal on September 11, 2026.

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