Comparison

CBT Note vs Three Seeds

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

Head to head
About

CBT Note

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【CBT Note: Master Your Thoughts with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy】 Do you find yourself trapped in cycles of anxiety, stress, or self-doubt? CBT Note is a self-care journaling tool designed to help you organize your thoughts and build mental resilience using proven techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). ◆ What is CBT Note? CBT is a widely recognized psychological treatment focused on changing the thought patterns that cause distress. This app guides you through an easy 5-step process to reframe your perspective and take constructive action. ◆ The 5-Step Process: 1. Event: Record the facts of the situation objectively. 2. Thought: Capture the "automatic thoughts" that flashed through your mind. 3. Emotion: Label your feelings simply. 4. Behavior: Observe your reactions without judgment. 5. Alternative Thought: Discover realistic perspectives and plan your next move. ◆ Key Features: - 【Step-by-Step Guidance】Get helpful hints and real-world samples for every step. No prior knowledge needed! - 【Thinking Trap Library】Learn to identify common cognitive distortions like "All-or-Nothing Thinking" and "Personalization." - 【Premium Design】A clean, calming interface that makes daily reflection a pleasure. - 【Consistency Support】Set custom reminders to build a habit of mindfulness. - 【Privacy-First】Your data is stored locally on your device. Your thoughts are yours alone. ◆ Perfect For You If: - You want to break out of negative thinking patterns. - You're looking for practical ways to manage stress and anxiety. - You want to become more resilient in the face of daily challenges. - You enjoy journaling or want to start a mental health diary. - You want to practice professional self-care on the go. You don't have to be perfect. Just be honest with yourself. Start your journey toward a healthier mind with CBT Note today.

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Three Seeds

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A gratitude journal that writes back. Every day, note 3 good things that happened. Once a day, AI reads them and replies with a few warm sentences about your day - not a score, not a summary. Small things count. "The morning coffee was great" is more than enough. Research suggests that keeping up this tiny habit can raise your sense of well-being (Seligman et al., 2005). No ads. No account. No tracking. Your entries stay on your device. ◆ Write 3 good things a day - Three simple fields — small things count, even one is fine - Mood tags and photo attachments - Gentle writing prompts that change every day ◆ A warm word from AI - Once a day, AI reads your three things and replies with warmth - Not a summary or a score — a companion who savors your words with you - Weekly and monthly AI reviews to look back on your patterns ◆ Watch your record grow - Streaks, mood charts, and a calendar of your entries - A word cloud of the things you write about most - "A year ago today" and "This day last month" cards ◆ Your data stays yours - Everything is stored on your device - Optional automatic backup to your own iCloud - No ads, no tracking SDKs - Export as text, Markdown, JSON, or shareable images ◆ Also in Japanese - The app follows your device language (English / Japanese) - AI replies in your language too Start planting three small seeds a day, and grow a record that is truly yours.

Screenshots

CBT Note4 screens
Three Seeds4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Three Seeds at none against CBT Note's shown. On price, in-app purchases, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
CBT Note versus Three Seeds: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCBT NoteThree Seeds
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 6 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB38 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTomoaki OkuboAtsushi Matsunami

In-app purchases

None

CBT Note

No in-app purchases

None

Three Seeds

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CBT Note free?
CBT Note is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Three Seeds free?
Three Seeds is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CBT Note or Three Seeds have ads?
CBT Note shows ads; Three Seeds does not.

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