Comparison

Thought Journal vs Solacea

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

Head to head
About

Thought Journal

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Thought Journal is a structured journaling app for cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). Thought Journal goes back to the basics of CBT journaling, with no extra frills. By writing down a challenging situation that we've faced, along with our thoughts and feelings, we can examine any cognitive distortions or "unhelpful thinking styles" that we may be engaging in. By identifying these unhelpful thinking styles, we can begin to challenge and change them, and ultimately improve our well-being. Get started without jumping through hoops • No account creation; no personal data is collected from you • No paywalls; all features are available without paying a penny • No one can read what you write except you; your journal entries stay on your device only, with the option to back them up to your iCloud account • Permanently delete your all entries at any time Privacy policy: https://www.clarencechan.dev/assets/thought-journal-privacy.txt

About

Solacea

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Solacea — A Gentle Space for Grief Solacea is a calm, private companion designed to support you through grief — quietly, gently, and at your own pace. It is not therapy. It does not try to fix you. It simply holds space for your thoughts, your memories, and your emotions. A different kind of support Grief doesn’t follow rules. Some days feel heavy. Some feel quiet. Solacea meets you where you are — offering soft guidance without pressure. What you can do with Solacea: Write freely A calm, distraction-free journal where you can write whatever comes to mind — letters, thoughts, or moments you don’t want to lose. Memory Space Keep photos, stories, and small pieces of your loved one close. A private place to remember, in your own way. Memory Echo Turn a memory into a short, poetic reflection — a gentle way to see your thoughts from a new perspective. Daily Support Receive a simple, thoughtful daily plan with: A morning message A small step A reflection prompt No pressure. Just gentle structure. Mood Check-ins Pause and notice how you feel. Solacea reflects your emotions with care — without judgment or advice. Designed for quiet moments Solacea’s hand-drawn, paper-inspired design creates a soft, human experience. In dark mode, a warm candlelight effect gently illuminates your words — making late-night reflection feel calm and grounded. Private by design Your thoughts are yours. No accounts required No cloud storage No tracking Works offline Everything you write and save stays on your device. Move at your own pace You don’t have to be “better.” You don’t have to move on. Solacea is here for: the quiet moments the memories that return the days that feel heavier than others A gentle reminder You are not alone in how you feel.

Screenshots

Thought Journal4 screens
Solacea4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Thought Journal at every 2 weeks against Solacea's every 3 months. Thought Journal also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Thought Journal ships an update every 2 weeks, Solacea every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Thought Journal versus Solacea: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThought JournalSolacea
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB4 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperKa Chon Chanpezhman mohammadzadehkordestani

In-app purchases

None

Thought Journal

No in-app purchases

None

Solacea

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Thought Journal free?
Thought Journal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Solacea free?
Solacea is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Thought Journal or Solacea have ads?
Neither Thought Journal nor Solacea shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Thought Journal or Solacea?
Thought Journal ships an update every 2 weeks, and Solacea every 3 months. Most recently, Thought Journal was updated on October 8, 2026 and Solacea on October 31, 2026.

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