Comparison

Yizo vs MicroLog

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

Head to head
About

Yizo

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Yizo: One step, if it feels right. Most wellness tools demand consistency, goals, and results. But there are days when the world simply feels too heavy. Days when productivity is not the priority, but emotional survival is. For those moments, there is Yizo. Yizo is not a conventional self-help app. It is a space for respite designed for those going through states of apathy, burnout, or deep sadness. Here, there are no streaks to maintain, no pressuring notifications, and no targets to hit. The app provides absolute validation by accepting the current emotional state without judgment. Through five focus areas (Body, Rhythm, Connection, Mind, and Meaning), minimal and realistic micro-steps are presented. These suggestions can be completed, attempted, or simply read. The tone of companionship can also be adjusted based on current needs. In Yizo, control is absolute. Days, weeks, or months can be skipped without guilt. There is no such thing as failure because there are no expectations to meet. This tool does not promise to fix anything; it simply offers a possible step and respectfully accepts whatever decision is made. Sometimes, knowing that it is okay to go slow is more than enough. Completely free. No ads or subscriptions. A sanctuary maintained by the kindness of those who choose to support the project.

About

MicroLog

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Your life story, one line at a time. Micro Journal helps you build a journaling habit with quick, meaningful daily entries. FEATURES: • One-line daily entries (or more if you want) • Mood selector with emoji for emotional context • 50+ thoughtful daily prompts to spark reflection • Calendar view shows your entire month at a glance • "On This Day" reveals past entries from years ago • Build streaks with protective shields • No pressure, no word count, just capture the moment INSIGHTS & TRENDS: • See your mood patterns over time • Discover recurring themes in your life • Revisit memories from past years • Track your most consistent journaling days PRIVACY FIRST: All data is stored locally on your device. No accounts required. No cloud sync. No one sees your data but you. Micro Journal is free and ad-supported. Download now and start capturing your life today.

Screenshots

Yizo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MicroLog at none against Yizo's 4. MicroLog also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). Yizo's advantage is device support. On price there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Yizo sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. MicroLog asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences Ā· 2 level
Yizo versus MicroLog: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterYizoMicroLog
PriceFreeFree
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Vision Pro — better—
Requires iOS26.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJavier GaleraBlas Prieto

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Yizo

One-time4
  • A quiet nod$0.99
  • A warm coffee$3.99
  • A steady hand$7.99
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  • The safety net$9.99
None

MicroLog

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Yizo free?
Yizo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MicroLog free?
MicroLog is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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