Best Simple Daily Diary Apps

232+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated June 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our simple daily diary list covers 232+ iPhone apps updated through June 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Top Picks for Simple Daily Diary

Simple Daily Diary#1

Simple Daily Diary by Dmytro Vynokurov

Easiest way to journal
Editor's Choice
๐ŸŒŸ Lifestyle
4.5๐Ÿ˜(1.2K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Capture your daily moments effortlessly with this convenient diary app. Easily share your special memories with loved ones and enjoy automatic synchronization between your devices. Download now to start journaling!

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿ‘ Simple and easy to use
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Straightforward diary format
  • ๐Ÿš€ Clean and fast interface

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ”’ No password or lock feature
  • ๐Ÿ“ค Limited storage space without paid upgrade
  • ๐Ÿ› Inconsistent behavior with paid upgrade
Notebook - Diary & Journal App#2

Notebook - Diary & Journal App by Koji Ito

A diary that flips like a book
Strong Contender
๐Ÿ“Š Productivity
4.7๐Ÿ˜Š(14K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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A digital journaling app that lets you effortlessly record your thoughts, ideas, and experiences while also offering features like organization, customization, and easy sharing. Journal your life with ease and convenience.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿ‘ Simple and easy to use
  • ๐Ÿ”’ Password protection
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Convenient for journaling and note-taking
  • ๐Ÿš€ Smooth and responsive

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Occasional crashes or glitches
  • ๐Ÿšซ Unable to insert photos or attachments
  • ๐Ÿšซ Limited formatting options
Diary with Lock: Diary Journal#3

Diary with Lock: Diary Journal by Simple Health Limited

Daily Diary & Mood Tracker
Worth Considering
๐ŸŒŸ Lifestyle
4.9๐Ÿ˜Š(791 ratings)
Free
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A private journaling app with lock feature to protect daily entries. Safely jot down thoughts and memories securely.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿฉท Lovely app
  • ๐Ÿ”’ Secure with password protection
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Easy to use
  • ๐Ÿฉท Cute and colorful

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Occasional crashes or freezes
  • ๐Ÿ” Limited customization options for password recovery

More Simple Daily Diary apps to explore

4
Simple Diary, Journal, Notes
Simple Diary, Journal, Notes
Simple Diary, Journal, Notes
Simple and cool diary app
Free

A simple and cool diary app designed for those who prefer a straightforward and easy-to-use journaling experience. With a focus on simplicity and beautiful design, this app allows users to effortlessly keep track of their daily entries in a stress-free manner. Start journaling today with ease and enjoy the simplicity of this app!

๐Ÿ”ง Utilities
(121)
5
Super Simple Food Diary
Super Simple Food Diary
Super Simple Food Diary
Track Your Daily Meals
Free
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(1)
6
Simple Diary - Daily Journal
Simple Diary - Daily Journal
Simple Diary - Daily Journal
Journaling with lock, notebook
Free

A simple and functional diary app that allows for easy journaling, image insertion, passcode lock, theme customization, data backup, tag search, font adjustment, reminder function and multiple daily entries. Users can enjoy an ad-free experience through in-app purchase. Explore this efficient diary tool for your daily writing needs!

๐ŸŒŸ Lifestyle
(906)
7
TapNow - simple Daily Diary
TapNow - simple Daily Diary
TapNow - simple Daily Diary
Track water, fitness & health
Free
๐ŸŒŸ Lifestyle
(0)
8
DailyBean - simplest journal
DailyBean - simplest journal
DailyBean - simplest journal
The simplest way to log a day
Free

Record your daily life effortlessly with a simple diary app that lets you track moods, activities, and more through colorful icons and notes. Analyze mood trends and activities with weekly/monthly statistics. Contact for support or questions.

๐ŸŒŸ Lifestyle
(70K)
9
5 Minute JournalใƒปDaily Diary
5 Minute JournalใƒปDaily Diary
5 Minute JournalใƒปDaily Diary
GratitudeใƒปJournalใƒปMood Tracker
Free

Boost your well-being with a daily self-care journal that encourages gratitude and reflection in just 5 minutes a day. Cultivate a positive mindset and prioritize self-care with this simple and effective tool. Start your journey to a happier, more mindful life today!

๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(17K)
10
1 Second Everyday: Video Diary
1 Second Everyday: Video Diary
1 Second Everyday: Video Diary
Create Your Life Movie
Free

Capture your life one second at a time with a video diary like no other. Start recording today and create a meaningful movie of your life with features like Smart Fill. Don't let your precious memories fade away.

๐Ÿ“ท Photo & Video
(47K)
11
Daylio Journal - Mood Tracker
Daylio Journal - Mood Tracker
Daylio Journal - Mood Tracker
Private Diary, Health, Habits
Free

Track your daily moods, health, and wellness goals easily with this self-care bullet journal app. Stay organized and motivated to improve your well-being every day. Start journaling now and take charge of your mental health and personal growth journey.

๐ŸŒŸ Lifestyle
(60K)
12
Memory - Diary & Journal app
Memory - Diary & Journal app
Memory - Diary & Journal app
daily journal, diary with lock
Free

This application is a simple and beautiful digital diary that allows users to create a private timeline and write down their emotions in a stress-free manner. It offers a straightforward and intuitive way to keep a daily journal, making it perfect for those who want to ditch complicated diary settings and social media clutter.

๐ŸŒŸ Lifestyle
(12)
13
Diary with lock
Diary with lock
Diary with lock
Colorful Diary, Journal, Note
Free

Create your own personal journal with the "Diary with lock" app to record daily events, appointments, secrets, and feelings securely. This colorful diary offers features like password protection for privacy. Try it out now!

๐ŸŒŸ Lifestyle
(1.2K)
14
Diary - Journal with password
Diary - Journal with password
Diary - Journal with password
Beautiful diary with password
Free

A beautiful and secure diary app to safeguard your thoughts with a personal password. Capture your intimate moments, future plans, and thoughts without fear, and benefit from user-friendly features tailored just for you. Start journaling today!

๐ŸŒŸ Lifestyle
(1.6K)
15
Snappylog - Quick daily diary
Snappylog - Quick daily diary
Snappylog - Quick daily diary
A quick diary entry every day.
Free

This application helps you create a daily diary habit by allowing quick and easy log entries, starting with a simple satisfaction rating, and optionally adding brief texts, photos, and more. By making it effortless to record your daily experiences, it enables you to reflect on your memories and form a consistent habit.

๐ŸŒŸ Lifestyle
(1)
16
My Wonderful Days Journal
My Wonderful Days Journal
My Wonderful Days Journal
Private Daily Journal / Diary
Free

Capture your daily moments effortlessly with a private journaling app featuring intuitive design, secure passcode protection, multimedia support, text formatting, personalized statistics, and more. Embrace each day with My Wonderful Days.

๐ŸŒŸ Lifestyle
(7.2K)
17
Simple Diary - SimplyToday
Simple Diary - SimplyToday
Simple Diary - SimplyToday
Daily journal for mood&routine
Free
๐ŸŒŸ Lifestyle
(0)
18
Morning Pages โ€“ Daily Journal
Morning Pages โ€“ Daily Journal
Morning Pages โ€“ Daily Journal
Simple diary & emotion tracker
Free

"Start your day right with our daily journal app. Write freely, clear your mind, and boost your creativity with Morning Pages. Download now and begin your daily reflective practice."

๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(467)
19
Personal Diary For You!
Personal Diary For You!
Personal Diary For You!
A simple and easy to use diary
Free

This simple and secure diary app allows users to record daily events, thoughts, and experiences, and sync them with their Dropbox account, while protecting entries with a PIN or Touch ID. Download now for free and start organizing your life journal, keeping your notes private and easily accessible.

๐ŸŒŸ Lifestyle
(10)
20
1 Second Daily Cam
1 Second Daily Cam
1 Second Daily Cam
Create a personal video diary
Free

Create your personal video diary with 1 Second Daily Cam. Record a second of every day to create a unique video journal of your life. Easily revisit past moments or create custom movies from your recorded seconds. Share your feedback with the developer at meyborg@syborgstudios.com.

๐Ÿ“ท Photo & Video
(855)

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