Comparison

Fresh Diary vs BallDecide

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

Head to head
About

Fresh Diary

A minimalist and private journaling app with a powerful rich text editor. Track your moods, visualize your entries on a map, and set yearly goals. Securely sync across devices and export your memories.

Highlights
  • Rich text editor
  • Diary footprints on map
  • Mood statistics
  • Calendar view
  • Year goals
  • Cloud synchronization
  • Bulk export
Features
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"Fresh Diary" is a minimalist and pure Diary app. No ads, no community, no annoying notifications. Private, secure, supports cloud synchronization and rich text editor. APP Features: 【Rich Text Editor】Supports styles such as bold, italic, underline, strikethrough, font size, text color, text background color, first line indentation, left/center/right alignment, line spacing, etc. 【Diary Footprints on Map】See where you have written Diary entries over the years on the map. Full of memories. 【Mood Statistics】Detailed statistics of mood fluctuations and can view Diary entries based on mood. 【Calendar View】Supports calendar view, see Diary entries for specific dates on the calendar, makes searching for Diary entries easier. 【Year Goal】Set your goals or wishes for this year and become better! 【Supports Date Feedback】Supports feedback of Diary entries, if you forget to write a Diary, you can always catch up. 【Cloud Synchronization】Supports iCloud storage, automatic synchronization between multiple devices, makes your Diary more private and secure. 【Bulk Export】Supports bulk export of Diary entries, exports beautiful printable PDF files, even more beautiful when bound. You can also export beautiful images to facilitate sharing of Diary entries. 【Unlock Password】Supports setting gesture unlock, Face ID/Touch ID unlock, to protect your privacy. 【Diary Writing Reminder】Daily reminders, you will never forget to write a Diary again! 【Not Just a Diary】You can record your little thoughts at any time on the "Thoughts" page, and it also supports an editor as powerful as the Diary. —————————————————— Privacy Policy: http://lixkit.gitee.io/app/FreshDiary/privacy.html Service Agreement: https://lixkit.gitee.io/app/FreshDiary/service.html Contact Us: feedback@lixkit.com

About

BallDecide

Get instant answers to your questions with a digital Magic 8 Ball. Features a Home Screen widget for quick access, realistic haptic feedback, and automatic Dark Mode. Customize vibration intensity and widget themes for a personalized experience.

Highlights
  • Home Screen Widget
  • Haptic Feedback
  • Automatic Dark Mode
  • Customization Options
  • 20 Unique Responses
Features
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BallDecide brings the classic Magic 8 Ball experience to your iPhone with a modern twist. Get instant answers right from your Home Screen with our interactive widget. Experience the fun of decision-making with haptic feedback and Dark Mode support. Ever wish you had a magic crystal ball to answer your questions? BallDecide is the digital version of the beloved Magic 8 Ball toy, reimagined for your iPhone. With its sleek design and intuitive interface, it's perfect for anyone who needs a little help making decisions or just wants to have some fun. Key Features: - Home Screen Widget: Why open the app when you can get answers instantly? Our interactive widget sits right on your Home Screen, ready to give you a random response with a single tap. It's the fastest way to get advice! - Realistic Haptic Feedback: Every tap comes with a gentle vibration, simulating the feel of shaking a real Magic 8 Ball. This tactile response makes the experience more immersive and satisfying. - Automatic Dark Mode: BallDecide seamlessly adapts to your system's appearance settings. Whether you're using Light Mode during the day or Dark Mode at night, the app and widget look great and are easy on the eyes. - Customization Options: Make BallDecide truly yours. Adjust the vibration intensity to suit your preference—from a subtle tap to a stronger buzz. Plus, choose from multiple widget themes to match your Home Screen style. - Intelligent Rating Prompts: We value your feedback but don't want to bother you. That's why we only ask for an App Store review when you've used the app a few times and seem to be enjoying it. How to Use BallDecide: Getting started is a breeze: 1. Add the Widget: Press and hold an empty spot on your Home Screen. Tap the '+' icon in the top-left corner, search for 'BallDecide', select the small widget, and place it wherever you like. 2. Ask a Question: Focus on your question and tap the widget. The answer will appear instantly. You can also open the app and tap the ball for a response. 3. Customize Your Experience: Open the app and go to Settings to toggle vibrations on or off, adjust the vibration strength, and change the widget's theme. What Kind of Answers Can You Expect? BallDecide includes 20 unique English responses, divided into three categories: - Positive: Encouraging answers like 'It is certain', 'Without a doubt', 'Yes, definitely', 'You may rely on it', and 'Outlook good'. - Neutral: Non-committal responses such as 'Ask again later', 'Cannot predict now', 'Concentrate and ask again', and 'Reply hazy, try again'. - Negative: Cautions like 'Don't count on it', 'My sources say no', 'Outlook not so good', 'Very doubtful', and 'No'. These answers are carefully crafted to cover a wide range of scenarios, from serious decisions to lighthearted fun. Why Choose BallDecide? Built with SwiftUI, BallDecide offers smooth animations and a responsive interface. It's optimized for efficiency, ensuring minimal battery usage. Plus, it respects your privacy—we don't collect any personal data. Your questions and answers stay entirely on your device. BallDecide is more than just an app; it's a source of entertainment and a handy tool for those moments when you can't make up your mind. It's perfect for: - Daily decision-making (What should I have for lunch?) - Settling debates with friends (Who should choose the movie?) - Adding fun to parties and gatherings - Satisfying your curiosity Since its launch, BallDecide has been enjoyed by thousands of users worldwide. Join the fun and see why they love it! Note: BallDecide requires iOS 16 or later. It's designed for iPhone and fully optimized for the latest devices. Have a question? We'd love to hear from you! Contact our support team through the app. Download BallDecide today and bring the magic of the classic 8 Ball to your fingertips. Whether you believe in fate or just want a laugh, it's the perfect companion for life's little uncertainties!

Screenshots

Fresh Diary4 screens
BallDecide3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BallDecide at none against Fresh Diary's 3. Fresh Diary's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 67%) and ratings volume (31 vs 2). On price, rating, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Fresh Diary sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. BallDecide asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Fresh Diary against 5.0 for BallDecide. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fresh Diary has 31 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Fresh Diary's written reviews are positive against 67% of BallDecide's.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Fresh Diary versus BallDecide: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFresh DiaryBallDecide
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (31 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings31 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 6 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer峰峰 李东景 梁

Customer experience

Fresh Diary

All ratings27 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

BallDecide

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Fresh Diary

Subscriptions2
  • 月度会员7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • 年度会员$6.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Membership$1.99
None

BallDecide

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Fresh Diary free?
Fresh Diary is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BallDecide free?
BallDecide is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Fresh Diary or BallDecide?
BallDecide is rated higher. Fresh Diary averages 4.9 out of 5 from 31 ratings, while BallDecide averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Fresh Diary or BallDecide have ads?
Neither Fresh Diary nor BallDecide shows ads.

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