# Remindfulness vs My Diary

The clearest difference is rating: My Diary at 4.7 against Remindfulness's 3.7. My Diary also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 12 months) and ratings volume (28K vs 20). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Remindfulness sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and My Diary sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

My Diary holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: My Diary has 28K ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Remindfulness's written reviews are positive against 71% of My Diary's.

Remindfulness ships an update every 12 months, My Diary every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Remindfulness | My Diary |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remindfulness/id588697678/reviews) | **[4.7 (28K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-diary-journal-with-lock/id1579321589/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 20 | **28K** |
| Positive reviews | 66.2% of reviews | **71.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 12 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 84 MB | 119 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Naomi Janzen](https://appshunter.io/developer/588697681) | [BetterApp Tech Co., Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1579321591) |

## What reviewers say

### Remindfulness

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/remindfulness/id588697678)

This app helps integrate mindfulness into your daily routine with customizable practice reminders. Choose from over 100 prompts and unique alert sounds, or create your own. Schedule reminders at set intervals or opt for random delivery to foster a consistent mindfulness practice.

**Highlights:** Over 100 practice reminders, Customizable reminder timing (random or scheduled), Choice of alert sounds or custom tones, Create custom reminders, Share reminders with others, Auto suspend and resume functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Highly customizable reminders
- 🧘‍♀️ Promotes mindfulness and self-awareness
- 💡 Inspiring and thought-provoking messages
- 🎵 Beautiful and soothing sounds
- ⌚ Works well on Apple Watch

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent bugs and crashes
- 🚫 Ads are intrusive and disruptive
- 🔇 Sound notifications not working
- ⏳ Reminders not appearing consistently
- 🤔 Confusing or complex settings

**Reported bugs**

- No sound for notifications
- Custom reminders not showing up
- App freezes or crashes
- Reminders disappear too quickly
- App stops working after iOS updates

**Requested features**

- Add more sound options
- Allow reminders less frequent than daily (e.g., weekly, monthly)
- Option for once a day or specific times/days
- Port to Apple Watch for proper alert tone
- Improve UI and iPhone 5 optimization


### My Diary

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-diary-journal-with-lock/id1579321589)

This app offers a secure and personalized digital journal for recording daily thoughts, memories, and emotions. Enhance entries with photos, themes, and mood tracking. It's designed to support mental well-being by providing a private space for self-reflection and emotional processing.

**Highlights:** Password-protected diary, Add photos and drawings, Customizable themes and backgrounds, Mood tracking and analysis, Rich text editing, Journaling guides

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Diary VIP ( Month ) | $2.99 | per month |
| Diary VIP ( Month ) | $2.99 | per month |
| Diary Subscription Yearly | $16.99 | per year |
| My Diary Premium Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| My Diary Premium Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| My Diary Yearly VIP | $23.99 | per year |
| Diary Permanent VIP | $29.99 | one-time |
| Permanent VIP | $39.99 | one-time |
| My Diary Permanent VIP | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Secure with password, fingerprint, and security question options
- 📝 Easy to write and express thoughts
- 🎨 Customizable with themes, stickers, and photos
- 🗓️ Helpful for tracking moods and daily activities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Many features locked behind premium paywall
- 🔍 Limited free theme and sticker options
- 🐛 Issues with formatting, text editing, and photo placement
- 🔄 Requires restoring purchases frequently

**Reported bugs**

- App crashing or freezing
- Entries not saving properly
- Inconsistent behavior with password/lock features

**Requested features**

- Ability to sync across devices
- More free customization options
- Landscape mode support for tablets
- Better organization tools like folders or tags


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Remindfulness free?

Remindfulness is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is My Diary free?

My Diary is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Remindfulness or My Diary?

My Diary is rated higher. Remindfulness averages 3.7 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while My Diary averages 4.7 from 28K ratings.

### Do Remindfulness or My Diary have ads?

Both Remindfulness and My Diary show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Remindfulness or My Diary?

Remindfulness ships an update every 12 months, and My Diary every 2 weeks. Most recently, Remindfulness was updated on November 1, 2026 and My Diary on November 12, 2026.

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