Self vs Mind Canvas Studio
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Self
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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. ---
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.
- Offline functionality
- Private digital canvas
- Hidden art reveal
- Soothing color palettes
- Personal sketchbook
- Optional sharing
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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.
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. Self sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Mind Canvas Studio asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Self | Mind Canvas Studio |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 阳 孙 | Krish Wu |
In-app purchases
Self
- Self-Love-Project Pro$0.99
Mind Canvas Studio
No in-app purchases









