MeiMe vs Diary
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MeiMe
This plain text notepad allows you to save editing history and organize notes into folders. It offers iCloud synchronization for backup and cross-device sharing, along with app lock security. Notes can be exported as CSV files.
- Plain text note-taking
- Editing history saving
- Folder organization
- iCloud synchronization
- App lock with Face ID/password
- Export notes as CSV
- Customizable themes and font size
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A simple notepad that allows you to save editing history. It supports synchronization with iCloud, making data backup and sharing between devices easy. It also supports app lock with Face ID. You can export all notes as CSV files. ■ Write notes in plain text With plain text, you are free from the hassle of formatting text. ■ Categorize notes into folders Each note can only be placed in one folder, making it simple and easy to organize. ■ Word counter to count characters A word counter allows you to instantly see how much you have written, helping you keep track of your progress. ■ History saving feature to save past editing history Even if you make a mistake while editing, you can revert to a previous state, allowing you to record notes with peace of mind. ■ Backup to CSV format You can back up your notes and easily save data externally. ■ Compatible with Mac for editing and viewing on any device It is compatible with Mac, so you can edit on any device according to your convenience. ■ Customizable theme colors You can change the theme color and set your preferred color to match your taste. ■ Adjustable font size You can change the font size. If the text is too small or too large to read comfortably, you can adjust it to a size that suits you. ■ Backup and synchronization across devices with iCloud You can back up your notes with iCloud, eliminating the worry of data loss. It also allows for easy sharing and editing between devices. ■ Lock the app with a password You can lock the app with a password, ensuring the security of your notes.
Diary
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Keep your thoughts, memories, and everyday moments private with a simple diary designed for personal journaling. Write freely, add photos and moods, and protect your memories with a passcode and Face ID or Touch ID. PRIVATE & SECURE • Protect your diary with a 4–6 digit passcode • Unlock with Face ID or Touch ID • Automatic locking keeps your entries private • Privacy mask protects your screen when the app goes to the background • Your diary data is stored locally on your device • No account and no cloud storage required WRITE YOUR WAY • Write, edit, and read diary entries • Add titles, text, dates, and times • Quickly record a thought, photo, or mood • Add multiple photos, tags, locations, weather, and categories • Use writing templates for today, gratitude, weekends, travel, and more • Customize paper colors, font size, and text color • Favorite important entries • Export an entry as an image to your Photos FIND & RELIVE YOUR MEMORIES • Search titles, entries, categories, tags, and locations • Filter entries by date or photos • Use the calendar to see your journaling history • Discover memories from this day in previous years • Review your month at a glance • Travel through your memories with Time Machine by year • Browse your favorite entries • View statistics for entries, photos, writing streaks, moods, categories, and popular tags BUILD A DAILY JOURNALING HABIT • Track consecutive journaling days • Set a daily reminder • Look back on your writing and memories whenever you want PERSONALIZE YOUR DIARY • Light mode, dark mode, or follow the system • Multiple themes • Customize the look and feel of your journal BACKUP & EXPORT • Back up and restore your diary, photos, and tags • Export your memories as JSON, TXT, or PDF • Keep a copy of your personal memories whenever you need it A private space for everyday thoughts, feelings, photos, and memories—without an account or subscription.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: MeiMe at none against Diary's shown. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | MeiMe | Diary |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (6 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Daichi Kato | 思宇 赵 |
In-app purchases
MeiMe
No in-app purchases
Diary
No in-app purchases









