Comparison

Self vs ThanksNote

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

Head to head
About

Self

This virtual pet companion offers real conversations, guided breathing exercises, and journaling prompts to help you relax, stay organized, and find daily joy. It provides emotional support and makes self-care simple and fun.

Highlights
  • Real conversations with an empathetic companion
  • Guided breathing exercises for calm
  • Journaling with guided prompts
  • Playful task management reminders
  • Emotional support and comfort
  • Daily interaction and joy
Features
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Feeling stressed, lonely, or just need someone to talk to? Meet Seher — your caring virtual cat companion who listens, helps you unwind, and keeps your day on track. WHAT SEHER DOES FOR YOU - Real Conversations — Vent, share your thoughts, or just chat. Seher listens without judgment. - Guided Breathing — Calm down fast with simple breathing exercises for stressful moments. - Easy Journaling — Reflect on your day with gentle prompts that help you track how you're really feeling. - Tasks Made Fun — Playful reminders that make staying organized feel a lot less like a chore. - Emotional Support — Stressed, anxious, or just having an off day? Seher is here to comfort you and lift your mood. - Daily Joy — Play, interact, and let Seher bring a smile to your day. LOVED BY USERS "Seher feels like a true friend — always there when I need support." "The breathing exercises are so calming — they help me feel centered." "Journaling with Seher has been a game-changer for my mental health." "Managing my tasks has never been this fun and easy!" YOUR PERSONAL COMPANION Seher adapts to you — helping you find calm, balance, and a little more joy every day. Not just an app. A companion. Download Seher today and never face a hard day alone. Questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you: support@seherr.com

About

ThanksNote

Features
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Had a tough day? Or a joyful one? No matter what kind of day you’ve had, a small moment of gratitude can lighten your heart. Recommended for those who… Want to find small moments of happiness in a busy life Wish to build a more positive mindset Feel overwhelmed and need a sense of calm Hope to make gratitude a daily habit Key Features Write down your gratitude Jot down moments you’re thankful for during the day. Even a few words can make a difference. Choose your emotion Select how you felt today. Gratitude is possible—even on hard days. View your personal stats See how often you’ve felt thankful, and which emotions led you to gratitude. Gentle reminders Set a daily reminder at your preferred time so you never miss a moment to reflect. Why Gratitude Note feels special There are no complicated features here. Just write with your heart, choose your emotion, and watch your mindset grow over time. One small note of gratitude a day can make your world a little warmer.

Screenshots

Self4 screens
ThanksNote3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: ThanksNote at every 2 days against Self's monthly. ThanksNote also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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

Self ships an update monthly, ThanksNote every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Self versus ThanksNote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSelfThanksNote
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB24 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSeherGi Ju Kang

In-app purchases

None

Self

No in-app purchases

None

ThanksNote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Self free?
Self is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ThanksNote free?
ThanksNote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Self or ThanksNote have ads?
Neither Self nor ThanksNote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Self or ThanksNote?
Self ships an update monthly, and ThanksNote every 2 days. Most recently, Self was updated on October 15, 2026 and ThanksNote on October 25, 2026.

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