Comparison

Ours vs Diary with Lock

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

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About

Ours

Features
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A private couple diary made for just the two of you. Write about your day, choose a cute animal and mood, share photos, remember special dates, and keep the little moments you never want to forget. With two diary entries for the same day, Ours turns your everyday lives into one shared story. Whether you are in a long-distance relationship, living in different time zones, or simply busy with your own routines, Ours gives you a cozy little space to stay close—one day at a time. 1. Two diaries, one shared story Connect with your partner using an invitation code. You can each write your own diary entry for the same day and see your relationship from two different perspectives. Maybe you had a busy morning while your partner had a quiet afternoon. Maybe you remembered the same moment in completely different ways. Your days may look different, but together, they become part of the same story. 2. Show how today felt Choose a cute animal character and an emotion that matches your mood. Add a quick note, write a longer entry, or let a photo speak for you. Happy, tired, excited, lonely, calm, or somewhere in between—Ours helps you share the feelings that can be difficult to explain in a message. 3. Take a little peek into your partner’s day See when your partner has written and discover how their day really felt. Read their diary and leave a gentle reaction to let them know you were there. There are no streaks to protect, scores to chase, or perfect routines to maintain. Just a quiet way to notice each other, feel a little closer, and say, “I saw your day.” 4. Keep your favorite moments close Browse your couple diary by date and revisit the days you shared together. Remember ordinary evenings, meaningful conversations, funny misunderstandings, trips, celebrations, and all the small moments in between. What feels like a normal day today may become one of your favorite memories later. 5. Create a private photo diary for two Add photos to your diary entries and save the little details behind each memory. Keep a photo of the meal you shared, the sky you saw, a place you visited, or something small that reminded you of your partner. Over time, Ours becomes a private photo diary and memory book filled with moments that belong only to the two of you. 6. Count down to something special Add D-Days for anniversaries, birthdays, reunions, trips, or any date you are looking forward to together. Keep your special days close and enjoy the excitement of counting down side by side. 7. Write in your own rhythm Set diary reminders and choose which notifications you would like to receive, including a sweet little update when your partner writes. Write every day, once a week, or only when there is something you want to remember. Ours follows the rhythm of your relationship. There is no pressure to write perfectly or write all the time. 8. Keep your private space protected Add an app lock PIN for an extra layer of privacy on your device. Ours is a personal space for honest thoughts, everyday emotions, silly stories, precious photos, and memories shared between you and your partner. Because some moments are meant to stay just between the two of you. 9. Made for couples across languages Use Ours in: • English • Korean • Japanese • Simplified Chinese • Spanish • French 10. Questions and feedback For questions, suggestions, or feedback, contact us at: [team.samgakji@gmail.com](mailto:team.samgakji@gmail.com) Ours is made for couples who want more than another messaging app. Your messages may disappear into a busy chat. Your memories do not have to. Start writing your story together with Ours.

About

Diary with Lock

Securely record daily thoughts, feelings, and memories with a customizable, password-protected digital journal. Enhance entries with photos, audio, and a mood tracker to understand your emotional journey. Offers prompts and themes for inspiration and organization.

Highlights
  • Password and Face ID protection
  • Multimedia entries (photos, audio)
  • Mood tracking calendar
  • Customizable themes and fonts
  • Journal prompts
  • Tagging for organization
  • Cloud backup
Features
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Diary with Lock: Daily Diary - your free, no-ads online diary! Easily capture your daily moments, track your feelings, and organize your thoughts with our secure, password-protected diary. Create your own space with fun personalized styles. Whether you want to release stress or celebrate your wins, Daily Diary is always here to listen! WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM DIARY: - Personalized diary with various fonts, colors, stickers, and layouts - Protection for your diary with PIN & Face ID - Multimedia options with photo and audio to enrich your diary - 70+ backgrounds and themes to fit your diary styles - Mood calendar to track and visualize mood changes alongside your diary entries - Tags for easy categorization and searching of diary entries - Journal prompts on various topics to spark your diary - Custom notifications to keep your diary habit - Cloud backup to safeguard your memories # DIARY WITH PASSWORD Your privacy is our top priority! With Daily Diary, You can protect your diary with various security options, including PIN & Face ID, ensuring your diary is just for your eyes. # DESIGN YOUR OWN DIARY Customize your diary experience! Enjoy unlimited text input options with a variety of fonts, colors, and styles (like bold or italic). Also, with exciting stickers and fun emojis, you can add a little extra fun to your every diary page. # MOOD JOURNEY IN YOUR DIARY Add your mood to your diary entries and see how it changes over time with our mood calendar. This helps you understand your feelings better and take care of your mental health. # DIARY MORE THAN WORDS Your diary is more than just writing! Include photos and audio clips in your diary to fully capture your life and relive those cherished memories whenever you want. # 70+ DIARY THEMES & BACKGROUNDS With 70+ constantly updated themes and backgrounds, your diary can reflect your unique style! From playful patterns to serene landscapes, customize your diary to suit your vibe. # VARIOUS DIARY PROMPTS Spark your diary inspiration with a range of curated prompts! Covering all aspects of life, including gratitude, mental health (like journaling for mental health), emotions, motivation, health, confidence, creativity, and more, these prompts will enrich your diary experience. # TAG YOUR DIARY Stay organized with diary tags! Easily categorize your diary with tags like #Love, #Food, and #Trip, so you can quickly search for specific entries when you want to revisit those cherished memories. # BUILD A DIARY HABIT Never miss a moment! Set reminders to make your diary a daily habit, making it easy to capture your thoughts and experiences every day. # BACKUP YOUR DIARY Secure your precious memories! With our Cloud backup, your diary data is securely stored and always ready for you. You can easily switch devices without the risk of losing your diary. Ready to start your diary journey? With our diary app, you can easily capture your thoughts, feelings, and memories. No matter where you are, your diary is right by your side. Download now and make your diary a special part of your life.

Screenshots

Ours4 screens
Diary with Lock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Diary with Lock at 13.0 against Ours's 16.4. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ours ships an update every 11 days, Diary with Lock every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Ours versus Diary with Lock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOursDiary with Lock
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.9 (992 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—96.1% of reviews
Number of ratings—992 — better
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.413.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB150 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSEONGYEON PARKSimple Health

Bugs and requests

Ours

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Diary with Lock

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Login screen freezes
  • Incompatible with older devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • More background and font options
  • Ability to move photos freely
  • Draw own drawings
  • Additional background themes

In-app purchases

None

Ours

No in-app purchases

None

Diary with Lock

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Ours free?
Ours is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Diary with Lock free?
Diary with Lock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Ours or Diary with Lock have ads?
Neither Ours nor Diary with Lock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Ours or Diary with Lock?
Ours ships an update every 11 days, and Diary with Lock every 2 weeks. Most recently, Ours was updated on October 24, 2026 and Diary with Lock on October 24, 2026.

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