Day One
8.4#3 in journaling appsFrom $49.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSExtensionmacOS
VisitDay One vs Mindsera
What both publish
| Fact | Day One | Mindsera |
|---|---|---|
| End-to-end encryption | Yes | No |
| Export formats | multiple | Markdown,PDF |
| Founded | 2011 | 2023 |
| Free plan | Day One offers a free Basic plan with unlimited text entries and journals. | Yes |
| Prompt features | Day One includes daily prompts, a prompt library or gallery, templates, reminders, and streaks. | guided |
Day One plans
- BasicFree
- Silver$49.99 a year
- Gold$74.99 a year
Mindsera plans
- Genius$14.99 a month
- CuriousFree
- Genius Monthly$14.99 a month
- Genius Annual$129 a year
Pick Day One if…
Day One suits people who want to keep a private journal with text and varied media, alone or in a shared journal with a small group. Its listed platforms include mobile devices, computers, and browsers.
Pick Mindsera if…
Mindsera suits people who want to journal by writing, voice, or page scans and use AI prompts or entry analysis for reflection. It is best suited to English-language use, according to the company.