Stoic
8.2#1 in journaling softwareFrom $39.99 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebmacOS
VisitStoic vs StoryPad
What both publish
| Fact | Stoic | StoryPad |
|---|---|---|
| Export formats | multiple | JSON,Markdown,plain text,CSV |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | San Francisco, California, United States | Phnom Penh, Cambodia |
| Integrations | Apple platform integrations include iCloud Sync, Apple Health, Siri Shortcuts and Apple Watch support. | The app can back up and sync through a private Google Drive folder, and exports Markdown compatible with Obsidian. |
| Mood tracking | Progress tracking records mood and influencing factors so users can identify patterns over time. | The app supports mood history and a calendar view for tracking feelings over time. |
| Privacy | Stoic says it cannot access journal content in the app and does not sell app usage data or use it for advertising. | The privacy policy says journal entries and images are stored locally or backed up directly to Google Drive, and the maker says it cannot access that data. |
Stoic plans
- Stoic Premium$6.99 a month
- Stoic Premium + AI$12.99 a month
- Stoic Free PlanFree
- Stoic FreeFree
- Stoic Premium$39.99 a year
- Stoic Premium + AI$99.99 a year
StoryPad plans
- FreeFree
- StoryPad Pro$9.99, paid once
Pick Stoic if…
Stoic may suit people aged 16 or older looking for guided journaling, mood insights, and mindfulness exercises. Its free plan provides a limited selection of practices and journals to start with.
Pick StoryPad if…
StoryPad suits people looking for a personal journal with mood tracking, flexible entry layouts, and offline use. Its maker describes it as an open-source option for people who value simplicity and control over personal data.