250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
With an average user rating of 4.7★, the free writing journal category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 250+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.7★ (24) | No | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.7★ (28K) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.8★ (118K) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.8★ (231K) | No | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.3★ (6) | No | Yes | Jul 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.7★ (14K) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.6★ (573K) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | — | Yes | No | Oct 2026 |
This app offers a straightforward journaling experience with extensive customization options. Personalize themes, fonts, icons, and layouts to create your ideal digital notebook. Widgets and draft saving features enhance usability for daily reflection.
This app offers a secure and personalized digital journal for recording daily thoughts, memories, and emotions. Enhance entries with photos, themes, and mood tracking. It's designed to support mental well-being by providing a private space for self-reflection and emotional processing.
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.
