Best Day 1 Journal Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Whether you're new to day 1 journal or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 250+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Day 1 Journal Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Day One: Daily Journal & DiaryDay One: Daily Journal & DiaryFree4.8★ (118K)NoYesOct 2026
21Day Journal1Day JournalFree—NoNoMay 2026
3Day1: AI Voice Journal & DiaryDay1: AI Voice Journal & DiaryFree4.0★ (1)NoYesSep 2026
4Day 1.Day 1.Free—NoYesAug 2026
5One Line a Day DiaryOne Line a Day DiaryFree—YesYesOct 2026
6MicroLog - One Line a DayMicroLog - One Line a DayFree——NoJul 2026
7Some Lines a DaySome Lines a DayFree—NoNoMay 2026
8One Line A Day: 365 JournalOne Line A Day: 365 JournalFree—NoYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Day 1 Journal

Day One: Daily Journal & Diary#1

Day One: Daily Journal & Diary by Bloom Built Inc

Private Gratitude Journaling
Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8😊(118K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#78in Health & Fitness
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Record your life with a private digital journal. Securely save text, photos, audio, and video. Features include reminders, prompts, and automatic data import to help you stay consistent and reminisce.

What We Love

  • 💻 Excellent journaling app
  • 🗓️ Ability to create multiple journals
  • 🎨 Customizable journal templates
  • 🔍 Powerful search and filtering
  • 🗺️ Location and weather tracking
  • 🔒 Secure and private
  • 🤖 Voice recording and transcription
  • 📚 Ability to print journal books
  • 🧠 Helps with mental health and personal growth

Room to Improve

  • 🔒 Subscription model for premium features
  • 🗓️ Issues with syncing and data loss
  • 🖌️ Limited customization options
  • 🔍 Clunky search and navigation
  • 🐛 Bugs and crashes
  • 🗣️ Poor customer support

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FAQ about Day 1 Journal

What are the best day 1 journal apps for iPhone?
Day One: Daily Journal & Diary tops our day 1 journal apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 118K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top day 1 journal apps we rank are free to download, including Day One: Daily Journal & Diary and 1Day Journal.
Day One: Daily Journal & Diary has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 250+ day 1 journal apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.