Comparison

AtFirst vs Arc Journal

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

Head to head
About

AtFirst

This app provides daily positive affirmations and relaxation sessions to foster self-love, confidence, and well-being. It helps users reframe negative thoughts, overcome self-sabotaging behaviors, and connect with a supportive community.

Highlights
  • Daily positive affirmations
  • Customizable affirmations
  • Relaxation and meditation sessions
  • Self-help guides
  • Community sharing
Features
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AtFirst: Daily Positive Affirmations for Empowered Living Discover the transformative power of positive thinking with AtFirst, your personal guide to self-love, confidence, and well-being. Our app offers a curated collection of daily affirmations to uplift, inspire, and empower. The app is designed to help with self-improvement, self-esteem and rewiring negative thoughts into positive ones. Features: ======= Daily Positive Affirmations: Start your day with a boost of positivity. Our affirmations are tailored to change your mindset and overcome self-sabotaging behaviors. Custom Affirmations: Personalize your affirmations to resonate with your unique journey. Speak your truth and manifest your dreams. Relaxation & Meditation: Dive into relaxation sessions that free you from tension and anxiety, promoting a state of calm and mindfulness. Self-help Guides: Embark on a self-improvement journey with our resources. Overcome procrastination, self-criticism, and overindulgence. Community & Sharing: Connect with a community of like-minded individuals. Share your affirmations, stories, and milestones. Why AtFirst? ========= AtFirst is rooted in the belief that positive thoughts have the power to heal, transform, and rejuvenate. Whether you're seeking self-love, confidence, or simply a daily dose of positivity, AtFirst is here to guide you. Embrace personal development, diminish self-sabotaging behaviors, and cultivate a mindset of abundance and gratitude. Join us in creating a life filled with love, purpose, and positivity. Download AtFirst today and take the first step towards a brighter, happier you.

About

Arc Journal

Features
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Arc is your personal journal to keep the memories that matter. It helps you remember your life as it’s lived, one moment at a time. SIMPLE, MINIMAL & BEAUTIFUL A clean, distraction-free interface designed for daily reflection. Open the app, start writing, and let your thoughts flow. PERFECT FOR Documenting your life and capturing those little moments that make you smile. FEATURES - Write and save personal journal entries - Tag your entries with emotions - Add photos and videos to your entries - Calendar to see entries across the year - Beautiful, minimal design - Date-organised entries - A map view to see where your entries are from

Screenshots

AtFirst4 screens
Arc Journal4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Arc Journal at none against AtFirst's 2. AtFirst's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs weekly) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.1). On price, 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. AtFirst sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Arc Journal asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AtFirst ships an update every 2 days, Arc Journal weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
AtFirst versus Arc Journal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAtFirstArc Journal
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (8 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings8 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.4 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB47 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWisani ShilumaniPhillip Pham

In-app purchases

2 purchases

AtFirst

One-time2
  • AtFirst unlimited access$7.99
  • AtFirst unlimited access$12.99
None

Arc Journal

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AtFirst free?
AtFirst is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Arc Journal free?
Arc Journal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do AtFirst or Arc Journal have ads?
Neither AtFirst nor Arc Journal shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AtFirst or Arc Journal?
AtFirst ships an update every 2 days, and Arc Journal weekly. Most recently, AtFirst was updated on October 21, 2026 and Arc Journal on October 24, 2026.

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