Comparison

Solid Diary vs DeskX

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

Head to head
About

Solid Diary

This private journal app offers AI-powered insights into your thoughts and emotions. Secure your entries with encryption and biometric locks. Organize your reflections with formatting, tags, and unlimited uploads of images, voice, and sketches.

Highlights
  • 100% private and encrypted diary
  • AI analysis for deeper insights
  • Unlimited image, voice, and sketch uploads
  • Formatting and tagging for organization
  • Customizable themes
  • Stats and achievements
Features
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No subscriptions - Buy once, keep forever End your day with a moment of calm reflection. Solid Diary is more than just a journal app - it could be your sanctuary. Dive deep into your thoughts, and with the unique AI analysis, reveal deeper insights into yourself and the complex world around us. - 100% private diary What you write about in Solid Diary is for your eyes only. This diary is designed with privacy in mind and this is why your data is encrypted and only you can access it. You can also lock your diary with a biometric lock. - AI analysis Keeping a diary is a great way to explore your thoughts and better understand your emotions. But when you need an extra opinion, you can ask for an AI analysis and get a deeper understanding of the meaning behind your writing. - Unlimited uploads You can upload as many images, voice recordings and sketches as you need - Formatting and tags You can apply various formatting options to each entry and stay organized with tags. - Themes Solid Diary supports 4 different themes so you can pick the one that suits your style most. - Stats and achievements To make keeping a diary even more fun, there are achievements and stats that you unlock on your journey. Are you ready to start keeping your diary? Solid Diary is a universal app available on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS You can choose to unlock just this app or all 5 Solid Apps with one purchase Terms of service: http://solidapps.co/terms.html Privacy policy: http://solidapps.co/privacy.html

About

DeskX

Transform your iPhone and iPad into a multi-window desktop environment with icons, folders, and a customizable Dock. Supports external displays, a multi-tab browser, and a full file manager for enhanced productivity.

Highlights
  • Multi-window interface
  • External display support
  • Customizable Dock
  • Full File Manager
  • Multi-tab browser
  • Pencil Overlay for annotation
  • Spaces for organization
Features
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Transform your iPhone and iPad into a true multi-window desktop: icons, folders, files, Dock and overlapping windows, with external-display support and modern input. All wrapped in the “Liquid Glass” aesthetic. Main features: • Real desktop – icons, folders, and files always at hand. • External display support – work on big screens. • Multiple windows – open, resize, and freely overlap apps. • Customizable Dock – quick access to your favorite apps. • Multi-tab browser – smooth browsing with download support. • Full File Manager – import, rename, tag, and organize without limits. • Web Apps – turn your favorite sites into dedicated apps with icons. • Spaces – separate desktops for work, study, creativity, or relaxation. • Pencil Overlay (iPhone & iPad) – draw and annotate anywhere, even over windows and the browser. • Controller support – use physical controllers in the browser and Web Apps (great for online games). • Access password – protect the entire environment with a secure code. • Backup & Restore – save the whole system and export it anytime. • Fullscreen browser + gamepad – a screen-filling mode ideal for cloud gaming with controllers. Widget: Drag, open, organize, and save your widgets directly on the desktop. Included examples: Weather, Stocks, Calendar, Reminders, World Clocks, News & Finance, Podcasts, Music, Quick Notes, and Monitoring. Built-in tools: • Archive Manager – create .zip archives or extract them in a tap. • AudioWorkFlow – convert audio files (e.g., WAV) and create albums fast. • Glass Office Viewer – open documents, spreadsheets, and presentations in common formats. • OpenMaps – maps based on OpenStreetMap with dedicated action buttons. • AI WebApps – instant access to ChatGPT and Google AI Studio right from the desktop. • VideoEditor Online – ready-made shortcuts to CapCut Online and Canva. • Native Text Editor – write with ease and export to PDF and images. • Calculator – always within Dock reach. • DeskGames – a curated set of links to legitimate online games. Personalization: • Dynamic themes – Light, Dark, Liquid Glass, Neon, Minimal, and more. • Custom wallpapers – import your own or use the included ones. • Custom fonts – load and use any font across the interface. • Color palette – tweak accents, borders, and details to craft your visual identity. Compatibility: • iPhone with Lightning port: supported via Lightning Digital AV Adapter (HDMI) with system mirroring. • iPhone/iPad with USB-C: supported via USB-C → HDMI/DisplayPort adapters/docks with system mirroring. • Resolution handling: the app automatically adapts the workspace to the external display’s resolution (when connected). External displays: • iPhone: Desktop mode requires an external display (HDMI/DisplayPort via adapter). Without an external display, the app returns to the start screen. • iPad: Desktop mode is available on the built-in display and on external monitors (native mirroring). Tips: for maximum stability, use original or certified cables/adapters. Some third-party combos may limit resolution, audio, or DRM (HDCP) in video/game WebApps. The AI WebApps, VideoEditor Online, and DeskGames features provide links to third-party web apps/online services (e.g., ChatGPT, Google AI Studio, CapCut Online, Canva, and legitimate game portals) opened in the integrated browser. These services require an Internet connection and may require an account; they are subject to each provider’s terms of use and privacy. OpenMaps uses data from OpenStreetMap — © OpenStreetMap contributors. Glass Office Viewer enables viewing of common document formats; feature availability and compatibility may vary.

Screenshots

Solid Diary4 screens
DeskX4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Solid Diary at Free against DeskX's $12.99. Solid Diary also leads on ratings volume (26 vs 1). DeskX's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and review sentiment (100% vs 86%). On rating, ads, monetization model 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

Solid Diary is free to download; DeskX costs $12.99 up front. Solid Diary sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. DeskX asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Solid Diary against 5.0 for DeskX. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Solid Diary has 26 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 86% of Solid Diary's written reviews are positive against 100% of DeskX's.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Solid Diary versus DeskX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSolid DiaryDeskX
PriceFree — better$12.99
Rating5.0 (26 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews86.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings26 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.2
Further details — not scored
Size44 MB218 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperSolid Apps S.R.L.Giovanni Altrui

Customer experience

Solid Diary

All ratings26 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive86.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative13.6%

DeskX

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Solid Diary

One-time2
  • Unlock this app (lifetime)$4.99
  • Unlock ALL 10 Solid Apps (lifetime)$9.99
None

DeskX

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Solid Diary free?
Solid Diary is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DeskX free?
DeskX costs $12.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Solid Diary or DeskX?
Solid Diary and DeskX are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 26 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Solid Diary or DeskX have ads?
Neither Solid Diary nor DeskX shows ads.

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