Day One
8.4#3 in journaling appsFrom $49.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSExtensionmacOS
VisitDay One vs tinythoughts
tinythoughts
7.5#9 in journaling softwareFrom $3 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Day One | tinythoughts |
|---|---|---|
| End-to-end encryption | Yes | Yes |
| Export formats | multiple | CSV |
| Free plan | Day One offers a free Basic plan with unlimited text entries and journals. | Yes |
| Media support | Entries can include text, photos, video, audio, drawings, and documents. | photos_video |
| 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
tinythoughts plans
- tinythoughts freeFree
- tinythoughts premium$3 a month
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 tinythoughts if…
tinythoughts suits people who want a brief daily journaling habit with prompts, tags and mood tracking. It is also an option for writers who want encrypted entries and CSV export.