HalfDone vs Private Notes
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HalfDone
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TURN INTENTIONS INTO ACTIONS GoalsJournal is a focused daily tool that blends journaling with goal tracking. Start your day by writing what you plan to do. End it by recording what you actually did. Then review a clear daily report that shows how aligned your actions were with your goals. ---- PLAN WITH PURPOSE Begin each morning with intention. GoalsJournal helps you outline your priorities so you know exactly what to focus on. No clutter. No distractions. Just a clear plan. ---- REFLECT WITH HONESTY At the end of your day, reflect on what went well and what didn’t. GoalsJournal makes it easy to record your reality, so you can grow from it, without judgment. ---- SEE YOUR DAILY ALIGNMENT Your report shows four key areas: what you planned and completed, what you missed, what you did unexpectedly, and AI-powered suggestions to improve tomorrow. ---- CELEBRATE SMALL WINS Track daily accomplishments and build momentum. Seeing progress—even small steps—boosts motivation and helps form strong habits. ---- STAY FLEXIBLE AND ORGANIZED Move easily between days to plan ahead or reflect on the past. Whether you missed a day or want to look back, your timeline stays connected. ---- FAST AND SMART TASK ENTRY Quickly turn notes or thoughts into structured tasks. Paste text and let GoalsJournal organize it instantly—no extra typing required. ---- GENTLE REMINDERS THAT WORK FOR YOU Set custom reminders to stay consistent. No pressure. Just the right nudge when you need it. ---- WHY USERS CHOOSE GOALSJOURNAL Simple and focused design Helps build better planning habits Encourages consistent reflection Supports long-term personal growth Boosts clarity and control every day ---- NO CLUTTER. JUST CLARITY. GoalsJournal is designed to help you grow one day at a time. It is not just about productivity, but about becoming the person you set out to be. Terms & conditions https://molased.com/halfdone-terms Privacy policy https://molased.com/halfdone-privacy
Private Notes
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LockNotes is a privacy-focused iOS app that lets you store personal notes securely on your device with built-in lock protection. Your data stays local, works offline, and is never uploaded to the cloud. Designed for speed, simplicity, and security, LockNotes gives you full control over your private information.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Private Notes at none against HalfDone's 2. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. HalfDone sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Private Notes asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | HalfDone | Private Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | mohamed abd elaleem | Talal Aslam |
In-app purchases
HalfDone
- Pro$1.997 Days
- Pro$19.991 Year
Private Notes
No in-app purchases









