Comparison

Self vs Mind Canvas Studio

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

Head to head
About

Self

Features
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Have you ever had one of those moments? You know you should work out, but you're glued to the couch scrolling your phone. You want to sleep early, but it's 2 AM and you're still wide awake. You want to say no, but somehow you say "sure" again. And then the voice kicks in: "What's wrong with me?" Here's the truth: You can never become a better person by hating who you are. --- Self-Love Project is not another habit tracker. It's not another motivational quote app. It's an identity shift tool — when you're stuck, it helps you see the situation through the eyes of your ideal self, and make a different choice. How does it work? Imagine the person you most want to become. She's decisive, disciplined, gentle yet strong. When you don't know what to do — you just ask one question: "What would she do?" The answer usually appears in that very moment. --- Core Features: Identity Shift Ritual When you're "stuck," tap the button. Write down your struggle. After a guided breathing exercise, you'll revisit the problem as your ideal self — and make the decision the better you would make. Growth Journal Every identity shift is recorded. Looking back, you'll realize — you've been growing all along. 21-Day Transformation Challenge Psychology research shows 21 days is enough to build a new habit. Do at least one identity shift per day or record one thing you did as your ideal self. 21 days. Watch yourself transform. Daily Affirmations A warm reminder every day: you deserve to be loved, especially by yourself. Personalized Aura Choose your aura color — Confidence Red, Serenity Blue, Vitality Green, Warmth Orange, Wisdom Purple, or Creativity Pink. The entire app transforms with your choice. Bilingual Support Full Chinese and English support. Switch anytime. --- This is not a tool that teaches you "how to be better." This is a tool that helps you discover "you can already be great." You don't need to fix yourself. You just need to love yourself. --- Free 3-day trial · Just ¥6 to unlock the full version The price of a convenience store drink, for a better you. ---

About

Mind Canvas Studio

This app offers a private, offline space for relaxation and creative reflection. Engage in a four-step process involving mood check-ins, freeform scribbling, revealing hidden art, and coloring with soothing palettes. Save or share your creations in a personal sketchbook.

Highlights
  • Offline functionality
  • Private digital canvas
  • Hidden art reveal
  • Soothing color palettes
  • Personal sketchbook
  • Optional sharing
Features
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Mind Canvas Studio is a quiet, offline space to unwind in a few minutes. One gentle session, four steps: • Check in with how you're feeling. • Scribble it out on a private canvas (nobody sees this except for you). • Scratch off the page to reveal a hidden, calming line-art scene. • Color it in with soft, soothing palettes, then check out. Save your finished pieces to a personal sketchbook, or share them if you like. Mind Canvas Studio is built for everyday calm and creative reflection. It works completely offline: no account, no ads, no analytics, no tracking. Nothing you make ever leaves your device unless you choose to share it. Mind Canvas Studio supports everyday wellness and creative reflection. It is not medical care, therapy, or crisis support.

Screenshots

Self4 screens
Mind Canvas Studio4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mind Canvas Studio at none against Self's 1. Mind Canvas Studio also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Self sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Mind Canvas Studio asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Self versus Mind Canvas Studio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSelfMind Canvas Studio
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer阳 孙Krish Wu

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Self

One-time1
  • Self-Love-Project Pro$0.99
None

Mind Canvas Studio

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Self free?
Self is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mind Canvas Studio free?
Mind Canvas Studio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Self or Mind Canvas Studio have ads?
Neither Self nor Mind Canvas Studio shows ads.

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