Day One
8.4#3 in journaling appsFrom $49.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSExtensionmacOS
VisitDay One vs MoodHaven Journal
MoodHaven Journal
7.8#13 in journaling appsFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Day One | MoodHaven Journal |
|---|---|---|
| Data export | Users can export data anytime, including PDF and CSV/JSON exports on paid plans. | Entries can be exported as an encrypted .moodhaven backup or as a plaintext file. |
| End-to-end encryption | Yes | Yes |
| Export formats | multiple | .moodhaven encrypted backup,plaintext |
| Founded | 2011 | 2025 |
| 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
MoodHaven Journal plans
- FreeFree
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 MoodHaven Journal if…
It suits people who want private journaling across desktop, mobile, and web, including users who prefer not to create an account. Wear OS voice capture and local transcription may also suit people who want to record entries from their wrist.