MindDiary vs Self
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
MindDiary
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I believe that overcoming depression involves achieving small goals and objectively reflecting on your emotions by journaling. Thatβs why I created this app. This app helps you gently record your emotions throughout the day and set small goals to foster a sense of accomplishment. Understand yourself better and take steps toward a positive transformation. This app is designed for everyone who experiences feelings of sadness, just like me. By expressing your emotions in writing and growing through small achievements, youβll gradually discover a changing, more hopeful version of yourself. Let this app support your small but meaningful beginnings.
Self
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Safe Care helps you slow down, breathe, and reconnect with yourself. Practice mindfulness, gratitude, and calmness through short guided meditations and gentle breathing exercises designed to reduce stress and improve focus. With Safe Care you can: β’ Meditate anytime β morning, evening, or before sleep. β’ Use breathing techniques like 4-7-8 and box breathing to relax. β’ Keep a gratitude journal to improve your mood. β’ Build mindful habits that help you stay balanced every day. β’ Fall asleep faster with relaxing sounds and guided sessions. Perfect for beginners or anyone who wants to live more mindfully. Start your journey toward inner peace today. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MindDiary at none against Self's 2. MindDiary also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Self sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. MindDiary asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | MindDiary | Self |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | β | 100.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | β | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 β better | 16.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 81 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TAEHUN KU | Sergei Lazarenko |
In-app purchases
MindDiary
No in-app purchases
Self
- Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
- Premium Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year









