HakoJournal vs Inkly
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HakoJournal
Organize your thoughts, photos, and links into a personal timeline. This simple diary app allows for quick setup and seamless tagging, with options for customization and privacy.
- Seamless tagging with '#'
- Personalized design and backgrounds
- Multiple photo uploads per entry
- URL previews as visual cards
- App passcode lock for privacy
- iCloud sync across devices (Premium)
- Integrated to-do lists (Premium)
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Organize your photos, links, and thoughts into a timeline just for you. Want to journal daily but hate complicated apps? HakoJournal is a simple, beautiful diary app that lets you start in seconds. A sudden thought. That amazing restaurant. An inspiring article. Things that don't belong on social media, but are too precious to forget. Whisper them into HakoJournal. 【What Makes HakoJournal Special】 ◆ Seamless Tagging Just type "#" anywhere in your text. Tags are created instantly, and your entry is organized on the spot. #travel #ideas #food — tag as you write, browse by tag later. ◆ Your Personal Design Customize font size, line spacing, and margins. Set your favorite photos as backgrounds. Create your own beautiful "book" that's a joy to open and revisit. ◆ Multiple Photos at Once Can't choose just one photo? No problem. Upload several at once — travel landscapes, café moments, everything together. ◆ Links Become Beautiful Cards Paste a URL and watch it transform into a visual preview card. Build your own scrapbook of articles, videos, and places to visit. ◆ Privacy First Lock your app with a passcode. Your unspoken thoughts and precious ideas stay safe here. 【Premium Features】 HakoJournal is fully enjoyable for free, but premium unlocks even more. ◆ iCloud Sync Write on iPhone, read on iPad. Switch devices without losing a single memory. ◆ Liquid Glass Design Apply the stunning Liquid Glass effect from iOS 26. Write in a crystal-clear, beautiful interface. ◆ To-Do Lists Add todo lists right in your journal. Manage "what to do today" and "today's memories" in the same timeline. Simple enough for anyone. Powerful enough for everything. Start journaling with HakoJournal today. Terms of Service: https://www.toastplanet.com/apps/hakoJournal/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.toastplanet.com/apps/hakoJournal/privacyPolicy
Inkly
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Inkly は、毎日の出来事や気持ちを手軽に記録できるシンプルな日記アプリです。カレンダー表示とタグ検索で、過去の記録をすぐに振り返れます。直感的な操作で、日記の作成・編集・一覧・検索を快適に行えます。
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Inkly at none against HakoJournal's 3. Inkly also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads 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. HakoJournal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. Inkly asks for nothing beyond the download.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | HakoJournal | Inkly |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 84.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | Every 11 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 26 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ToastPlanet Inc. | OKAYAMA CONNECT, KK |
In-app purchases
HakoJournal
- Hako Premium Monthly$2.491 Month
- Hako Premium Annual$20.901 Year
- HakoJournal One-Time$59.99
Inkly
No in-app purchases









