Best Verbal Journal Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.8 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Untold is the household name in verbal journal, but it's far from the only option. We track 249+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Verbal Journal Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Untold - Voice JournalUntold - Voice JournalFree4.9★ (2.3K)NoYesOct 2026
2JournalJournalFree4.8★ (339K)NoNoNov 2026
3Oral JournalOral JournalFree——NoJul 2026
4murmur - a voice journalmurmur - a voice journalFree——NoSep 2026
5High Notes JournalHigh Notes JournalFree—NoNoMay 2026
6Day One: Daily Journal & DiaryDay One: Daily Journal & DiaryFree4.8★ (119K)NoYesNov 2026
7Notebook - Diary & Journal AppNotebook - Diary & Journal AppFree4.7★ (14K)YesYesNov 2026
8PreenMark JournalPreenMark JournalFree—YesNoOct 2026

Top Picks for Verbal Journal

Untold - Voice Journal#1

Untold - Voice Journal by Thoughts ACC, Inc.

Secure, Personalized Journal
Editor's Choice
💪 Health & Fitness
4.9😊(2.3K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides a secure and private space for users to record their thoughts and experiences through voice. It utilizes AI-powered speech-to-text and generates personalized content based on journal entries, offering a unique way to reflect and understand oneself.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent voice transcription accuracy
  • 🤖 Insightful AI-generated prompts and analysis
  • 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • 💡 Innovative use of AI for journaling and self-reflection
  • 🧠 Provides psychological perspective and wisdom
  • 🆓 Completely free app with no hidden costs

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional issues with audio transcription and processing
  • 🤔 Some users find the AI-generated responses and insights confusing or overwhelming
  • 🔒 Concerns about data privacy and security
Journal#2

Journal by Apple

Reflect on life's moments
Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
4.8😊(339K ratings)
Free
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Capture and reflect on life's moments with rich media like photos, videos, and audio. Intelligent suggestions and prompts help you start writing, while multiple journals and goal tracking support a consistent practice. Sync across devices for seamless access.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Journaling made easy
  • 🔒 Private and secure
  • 👍 Organized and intuitive
  • 👍 Helpful suggestions and prompts
  • 👍 Convenient voice recording
  • 👍 Integrates with photos and activities

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Cursor jumps around while typing
  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and freezes
  • 🔍 Lack of search and filtering options
  • 🔍 Inability to organize entries into folders or tags
  • 🔍 Limited customization options for fonts, colors, etc.
  • 📱 Not available on iPad or Mac

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FAQ about Verbal Journal

What are the best verbal journal apps for iPhone?
Untold - Voice Journal tops our verbal journal apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 2.3K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top verbal journal apps we rank are free to download, including Untold - Voice Journal and Journal.
Untold - Voice Journal has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 249+ verbal journal apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.