# Depression Test vs Moodnotes

Depression Test and Moodnotes both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 79% of Depression Test's written reviews are positive against 65% of Moodnotes's. Depression Test also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). Moodnotes's advantage is ratings volume (11K vs 1.9K). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Depression Test sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Moodnotes sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Depression Test against 4.7 for Moodnotes. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Moodnotes has 11K ratings behind it against 1.9K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of Depression Test's written reviews are positive against 65% of Moodnotes's.

Depression Test ships an update every 2 months, Moodnotes every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Depression Test | Moodnotes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/depression-test/id666436210/reviews) | [4.7 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moodnotes-mood-tracker/id1019230398/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1.9K | **11K** |
| Positive reviews | **79.5% of reviews** | 65.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 27 MB | 146 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Baris Sarer](https://appshunter.io/developer/511682453) | [Mosaic S.r.l.](https://appshunter.io/developer/570748343) |

## What reviewers say

### Depression Test

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/depression-test/id666436210)

This app helps you screen for depression using a trusted questionnaire and monitor your progress over time. It offers self-guided CBT exercises to challenge negative thoughts and provides access to helpful resources.

**Highlights:** PHQ-9 depression screening, Depression severity check, Track test results over time, Mood journaling, Informative articles on depression, Self-guided CBT exercises

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A Big Thank You | $0.99 | one-time |
| A bigger thank you | $1.99 | one-time |
| A giant thank you | $2.99 | one-time |
| A bear hug & a kiss | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for tracking depression
- 🙌 Accurate in identifying depression
- 📊 Useful for monitoring progress
- 💬 Provides a space to vent/journal
- 🆓 Free and accessible app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🤖 Concerns about self-diagnosis
- 🔒 Lack of password protection
- 🤔 Confusing or overwhelming for some users
- 🕰️ Issues with data/history deletion

**Reported bugs**

- Text overlapping issues
- Next button covering up text
- Freezing/crashing on some devices
- Inability to write new journal entries

**Requested features**

- Add notes/context under each question
- Implement password/security features
- Improve journal/writing functionality
- Integrate with Apple Health
- Provide more comprehensive analysis


### Moodnotes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moodnotes-mood-tracker/id1019230398)

This app helps you track your mood, identify triggers, and improve your thinking habits using principles of cognitive behavior therapy. It offers tools for self-awareness, reducing anxiety, and developing healthier perspectives for increased well-being.

**Highlights:** Track mood and identify triggers, Automatic face scanning for mood capture, Journaling with photos and notes, Self-awareness articles by experts, Develop healthier thinking habits, Reduce anxiety and enhance well-being

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Moodnotes Pro | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Moodnotes Pro - Free Trial | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Moodnotes Premium 1 Month | $9.99 | per month |
| Moodnotes Premium 1 Month | $14.99 | per month |
| Moodnotes Premium 1 Year | $29.99 | per year |
| Moodnotes Premium 1 Year | $34.99 | per year |
| Moodnotes Premium 1 Year | $39.99 | per year |
| Moodnotes Premium 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |
| Moodnotes Premium 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |
| Moodnotes Pro - Free Trial | $69.99 | per year |
| Moodnotes Premium 1 Year | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick mood logging
- 💡 Helpful CBT techniques
- 📊 Insightful data and analytics
- 🙌 Transformative for mental health

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Limited free features
- 🔁 Repetitive prompts
- 💻 Needs better iPad support
- 🔍 Difficulty customizing feelings

**Reported bugs**

- Notification issues on iOS updates
- Occasional data loss or syncing problems

**Requested features**

- Add custom feelings and activities
- More detailed data visualization
- Integration with other health apps
- Offline mode for journaling


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Depression Test free?

Depression Test is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Moodnotes free?

Moodnotes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Depression Test or Moodnotes?

Depression Test and Moodnotes are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1.9K and 11K ratings respectively.

### Do Depression Test or Moodnotes have ads?

Neither Depression Test nor Moodnotes shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Depression Test or Moodnotes?

Depression Test ships an update every 2 months, and Moodnotes every 4 weeks. Most recently, Depression Test was updated on October 10, 2026 and Moodnotes on October 14, 2026.

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