Simply Journaling vs Squirrel
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Simply Journaling
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Welcome to Simply Journaling - Your All-in-One Journal Hub Simply Journaling is the ultimate journaling app designed for every aspect of your life. Whether you're recording daily reflections, managing mental health, logging prayers, setting goals, or capturing travel memories, this beautifully designed app provides all the journaling tools you need in one place. Key Features: - All Journal Types in One App Gratitude, mental health, dream, prayer, productivity, food, travel, daily reflections, and more. - Guided Prompts & Templates Never feel stuck—choose from dozens of thoughtful prompts and journal styles. - Secure & Private Password and biometric lock features protect your entries. Your words are yours alone. - Cloud Sync & Backup Access your journals across devices and never lose your progress. - Personalization Options Customize fonts, themes, and layouts to make your journal truly yours. - Mood, Habit & Goal Tracking Track emotional patterns, daily habits, and progress toward personal milestones. - Export & Print Save digital memories or create beautiful printed keepsakes. Journaling Made Simple Whether you're new to journaling or a seasoned writer, Simply Journaling is your companion for reflection, growth, and healing—one entry at a time. Download Simply Journaling and start writing your story today.
Squirrel
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Your best ideas vanish the second you reach for a notes app. Squirrel catches every thought - just talk, tap, done. The second brain finally built for ADHD. Your brain isn't broken. Regular to-do apps just weren't built for it - they assume perfect focus, flawless memory, and a sense of time you don't have. Squirrel works WITH your brain instead of shaming it. Made by an ADHD brain, for ADHD brains. CAPTURE EVERYTHING (before it's gone) Brain dump in a tap - text or voice, like texting yourself Voice notes with instant transcription - no typing, no losing the thought Turn any thought into a to-do - your junk drawer becomes your plan NEVER FORGET (out of sight, out of mind - solved) Key dates become to-dos automatically - bills, birthdays, appointments land on your list the day they're due Reminders that actually reach you - and sync to Apple Calendar Squirrel buries the date and digs it up for you - so you don't have to remember SEE YOUR TIME (built for time blindness) The day in four simple quarters, with a countdown you can win A focus timer that quiets the other 99 tabs - one task, just start Body-doubling focus mode that keeps you company while you work KEEP MOMENTUM (gently) Track habits your way - tap to mark, glance to know Streaks and wins that celebrate you - never guilt you See your day fill up, one small done at a time MADE FOR YOU IF… • Your thoughts disappear before you can write them down • You're somehow always late, even when you "left on time" • Your to-do list just gets longer and you never get THROUGH it • You forget appointments even when you genuinely care • Normal productivity apps make you feel like a failure Squirrel is your external memory - the place to put everything so your brain doesn't have to hold it. Your brain hoards. Squirrel remembers. Give your scattered brain somewhere to land. Free to start. — Squirrel is a focus and organization tool, not a medical device or a substitute for professional care. Questions or feedback? We read everything - reach us in the app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Simply Journaling at 13.4 against Squirrel's 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Simply Journaling | Squirrel |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.4 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 29 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Garnett Counseling Services, PC | Jaganathan Konar |
In-app purchases
Simply Journaling
No in-app purchases
Squirrel
No in-app purchases









