Daylio Journal

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

1. [R88] 2/5 · US Locks your data: Just found out after 1 month of daily tracking, that I CANNOT SEE MY DATA. My own records are locked behind a paywall. I was enjoying the app and considering Premium, but really disappointed. I was using this data for MEDICAL TRACKING and foolishly trusted Daylio to hold onto it.
2. [R137] 1/5 · US Expensive Subscription Model: I like how if a review mentions the overpriced subscription model, the developer just responds with ‘um actually, you don’t have to pay’, completely ignoring the fact the majority of their app is, in fact, paywalled. You can make entries for free, and that’s it. Any kind of analytics or tracking is blocked, so if you’re trying to use this app to track and find patter
3. [R642] 2/5 · CA Backup paywalled: As much as I like this app, having the backup feature locked behind 'premium' is unreasonable. I lost access to my phone and had to switch. I lost all my customizations, memories and previous data, which makes this app basically useless to redownload. This makes me consider reusing it at all. I'm not spending time to redo it. Otherwise the app works pretty good, but I cannot give
4. [R975] 3/5 · AU Needs better sync between devices: Just signed up for premium thinking that the app can sync between my iPhone and iPad. Instead I need to backup, then restore the back up on the other device. Am I doing something wrong here? Aside from that, great app with great detail to track your mood.
5. [R31] 1/5 · US Not "in-app purchases": I really wish app descriptions were required to be honest about their costs - this is NOT an app with "in-app purchases" available, it's an app that requires a PAID SUBSCRIPTION to use after five days.
6. [R482] 2/5 · GB Slightly misleading: I downloaded this app as its free but shows it has in app purchases, I assumed this would be for additional services you want to unlock on the app but to me it seems the app itself is not free… it’s free to download but once installed it tells you you have a free trial and it’ll be £29.99 a month after that which is disappointing. The app seems very useful but you have to pay
7. [R505] 1/5 · CA Not free: Have to go through the whole process of setting up to find out there is no free version, just a 7 day demo.
8. [R276] 3/5 · GB I’m not paying another subscription.: I’ve had Daylio for years, through google play I paid for a lifetime subscription for everything to be released. Now switching over to iPhone I’ve lost out. It’s my same account, I thought it would be on the account not to my google play account 👎 so it’s not as good anymore. I can’t follow all my moods and triggers now.
9. [R330] 1/5 · GB Total sham: I paid for a lifetime subscription when using android and used for years - recently changed to Apple and this is the only app that doesn’t carry over the subscription. I have several subscriptions that transferred without any issue. Really disappointed in this app and the developers for such a short sighted approach and not considerations for customers changing platforms.
10. [R116] 1/5 · US Notifications are annoying: I wish there was a way to remove the notification bubble from Dailyo, I haven’t written in it since Thanksgiving but I have 87 notifications showing on the app. When I open the app, there’s no notifications to view (besides the app asking me to buy it again - I already purchased a lifetime subscription on Android but for some reason that doesn’t apply to iOS…), so the n
11. [R231] 1/5 · US Really sad, account with lifetime subscription lost, price is absolutely absurd for a diary app: I had this app for YEARS. I had my whole life written into this app. I think I had a 800 day streak or something like that. I had bought the lifetime offer that was available at the time and was super happy with the app. Then I had to switch phones and no matter how hard I tried I couldn’t transfer the
12. [R89] 1/5 · US scam app: I paid for the premium version, but the restore purchase function does not work on my new device, and the developer has ignored multiple support requests. This makes the app feel very dishonest and untrustworthy.
13. [R94] 1/5 · US They stopped responding: I have reached out to customer service (via instagram) and they just stopped responding. I have purchased the lifetime membership a few years ago for $5.99. I recently changed phones and cannot restore my subscription for some reason. I provided them with proof of purchase, screenshots with my receipt and Apple ID matching, and I’ve let them know I’ve followed their instru
14. [R128] 1/5 · US Charging when I don’t have a Subscription: I cancelled my subscription before the trial ended, and they still charged me 😡
15. [R396] 1/5 · GB BAD: THIS IS SUPPPSED TO BE A MENTAL HEALTH APP- Cancelled app in trial still charged for a year: I tried the app for about 20mins before deciding I probably wouldn’t use it. I cancelled the subscription. I noticed a couple of weeks later a full years payment had been taken. I don’t have any proof of my cancel as inside the app or inside apple subscriptions there is no way to prove the date you do
16. [R762] 3/5 · AU Free Trial for $9.99 upfront: I went to sign up for the 7 day free trial and it charged me $9.99 upfront. Not sure if I will see it through. This is supposed to be for peoples mental welfare.
17. [R151] 1/5 · US Adware: This app is a conduit for ads. I’ve paid for a premium subscription and they still show me ads! What’s the point of doing this? It’s entirely stupid and shortsighted. Plus, over 200MB for a journaling app?! Ridiculous.
18. [R660] 1/5 · CA Ads. Even paid.: First. The price of this app is insane. Second, after I finally gave in and paid for it the app still contains ads. Ridiculous.
19. [R166] 3/5 · US everything is a subscription. when i die, i will pay monthly for my graveyard space. goodnight: is alright. nice and simple. please stop trying to get me to pay a monthly subscription for color coded notes app….. know your place…
20. [R575] 3/5 · CA I like it but… there’s a bit of eh stuff but overall it’s good: So it’s nice and all that there’s a decent amount of stuff that has to be premium, including the lock you could not privately log out with a pin unless you pay for premium for a live time but u gotta pay 79.99 and then like seven dollars for a monthly personally I don’t want to do that, but it is usable without it so other than tha
21. [R3] 5/5 · US Best app on my phone: This is the best app and well worth premium. I’ve had it since 2018. It keeps me on track with habits - I track EVERYTHING! From mood to food habits, working out, my cycle, and non habits like not doom scrolling and drinking less - you can track anything. And I love all the added features of journaling, adding pictures, and setting goals. Loveeeee it
22. [R14] 5/5 · US Live laugh love Daylio: This is an amazing app. I love being able to add my own emotions and customize each mood to relate to me and how I experience emotions. I also love being able to write as much as I want without a limit so I can vent as much or as little as I want. Being able to add images is also a really nice feature so I can connect my feeling to images from that day if I want to. As some
23. [R16] 5/5 · US So nice, so nice!: I can’t exactly remember how I found this app, but I’m so glad that I did. I honestly love everything about it, from the interface, the customization, to the app being overall fool-proof.
24. [R20] 5/5 · US Love this app: I love how much you can customize it, it’s easy to access and gives so many options to personalize.
25. [R6] 5/5 · US Been using Daylio for years now: Been using this for yearsssss through highschool to graduating college !! Love looking back at patterns and stuff
26. [R7] 5/5 · US Its really worth it: I really enjoyed it like I write and track my mood every single day but other apps no like literally no only for a week but this i have been for a month ! And I will continue doing this i really in love with this app
27. [R18] 5/5 · US good app: It really helps me I feel like it’s just something I can do daily and not worry about it. I’m allowed to freely express myself and put photos in there and it’s great knowing I’ll be the only one to see it. This app also shows my improvement over the months on my mood, habits and accomplishments! I can truly see myself doing better things and changing a lot positively.
28. [R4] 5/5 · US Perfect for my needs!: Super simple and customizable. I have adhd, so many apps can be too overwhelming to look at. The free version is perfect for all I need, and you can customize everything to make it your own. I recommend!
29. [R10] 5/5 · US Amazing: Dalio is amazing helps me with mental illness or pain and cures or lets out my anxiety
30. [R23] 5/5 · US 𓁹: I love this app a lot, I've been using it for years very helpful as someone with a mood disorder Edit: I appreciate the company responding, at the time the reason I rated the app four stars was because I thought it had AI features however I've thought about and even if the app did which I'm not sure or not, not all AI is bad in the same way generative AI is and I'm no tech bro, I've recommende
31. [R9] 5/5 · US The best, by far: I have always wanted to be steady at journaling. This app is the first one I have used consistently; better than any notebook, planner, mood app or anything else.
32. [R11] 5/5 · US As Simple - or as detailed as YOU NEED: Some days I just pick a happy face. Some days I have the energy for notes and details. Either way, the overall visual data it provides is so helpful. The widget you can put right on your iPhone Home Screen is awesome.
33. [R37] 5/5 · US i love this app.: I just wanted to preface that I have been using this app for at least 3-4 years. I love it, and you can do so much without premium. The journal helps me remember what I’ve done every day. I’m always quick to update the app whenever they’re available because the updates are always great, such as voice memos. The only thing I’d like to see is the ability to upload videos, not just
34. [R8] 4/5 · US Amazing app: I can record how I feel for the day, set myself goals, set important days and the free version is super good. I can’t add more than 1 goal though. Highly recommend!
35. [R26] 5/5 · US Free Account: Offer paid options but no need. Many many stuffs in here are free & lovely. Enter your mood, but then also what you did today, weather, activities, type of food intake, add a summary photo, add custom buttons for each area. It’s the Good stuff. Plus gives you a daily streak & has a widget to make it easy. 🌸
36. [R342] 2/5 · GB Doesn’t Sync across devices: I love basically everything about this app but I just cannot justify using it long term when it doesn’t have the basic feature of syncing across devices. I do not want to have to export and import backups across my phone and ipad :(
37. [R513] 2/5 · CA There is no sync across multiple phones: I have two phones and an iPad and they can't be synced with each other. I'd like it if, when I make a post, it automatically appears on my other devices
38. [R560] 2/5 · CA Sub only, no one-time payment: I’ve been using the Android version on my phone for exactly 2978 days. Purchased the premium version instantly to unlock the better features and support an app I like…but it was a one time payment. Decided to try it on my iPad, however there is; 1. No way to link my google (drive) to sync 2978 days worth. 2. No one-time payment. I will absolutely never sub to an app.
39. [R47] 1/5 · US Pls Daylio Read this: I’ve been using Daylio for over 2 years and it contains some of the most important memories of my life. I trusted this app with very personal moments, including audio recordings, photos, and journal entries. Unfortunately, there are serious issues on iPhone that need improvement. When I receive a phone call while recording an audio entry, the recording gets interrupted or cu
40. [R48] 1/5 · US Delete all my voice recordings DO NOW DOWNLOAD: Daylio Randomly decided to delete all my voice recordings for the past 237 days . DO NOT DOWNLOAD THIS APP. I have been a loyal user since 2022 and I regret it. Personally memory with my grandma are gone I suffer from memory loss and this was the app I used to remember things and now that’s gone. DO NOT DOWNLOAD
41. [R1] 5/5 · US Good Tool: Helps me with my emotions