Alternatives · Journaling
Clearful alternatives
Clearful compared with 5 alternatives: Day One, Stoic, Reflection, Five Minute Journal and Journey.
Clearful has a free plan. Paid plans start at $9.99 per month, or $59.99 per year (US App Store description). All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| ClearfulThis tool | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Day One | Free plan · from $49.99/yr | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Stoic | Free plan · from $6.99 | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Reflection | Free plan · from $5.75/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Five Minute Journal | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android |
| Journey | Free plan · from $17.99 one-time | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android |
How each one differs from Clearful
- Free plan · from $49.99/yr
Day One
Encrypted journal for text, photos, audio and video across devices
- Day One starts at $49.99 per year. Clearful starts at $9.99 per month, or $59.99 per year (US App Store description).
- Only Day One lists a Windows app.
- Only Day One lists a browser extension.
- Day One is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Day One also covers transcription and Markdown.
Suits: People who want one journal across Apple, Android, Windows and the web
- Free plan · from $6.99
Stoic
Guided journal with morning and evening reflections and mood tracking
- Stoic starts at $6.99 (lowest US App Store in-app purchase; billing period not shown). Clearful starts at $9.99 per month, or $59.99 per year (US App Store description).
- Stoic also covers habit tracking and mood tracking.
Suits: People who want a structured morning and evening journaling routine
- Free plan · from $5.75/mo
Reflection
AI-coached journal with guided programs and voice entries
- Reflection starts at $5.75 per month, billed annually ($69 per year). Clearful starts at $9.99 per month, or $59.99 per year (US App Store description).
- Reflection also covers dictation and chat assistant.
Suits: People who want follow-up questions from an AI coach as they write
- Free plan · from $4.99/mo
Five Minute Journal
Guided gratitude journal with short morning and evening prompts
- Five Minute Journal starts at $4.99 to $9.99 per month (US App Store in-app purchase list). Clearful starts at $9.99 per month, or $59.99 per year (US App Store description).
- Only Clearful lists a web app.
- Only Clearful lists a macOS app.
- Five Minute Journal can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Five Minute Journal also covers mood tracking.
Suits: People who want a short guided gratitude routine each morning and evening
- Free plan · from $17.99 one-time
Journey
Cross-platform diary with maps, mood tracking and guided programs
- Journey starts at $17.99 one-time per platform, or $49.99 per year for Membership. Clearful starts at $9.99 per month, or $59.99 per year (US App Store description).
- Only Journey lists Windows and Linux apps.
- Journey is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Journey also covers mood tracking.
Suits: People who want one journal on phone, desktop (including Linux) and web
Limits worth knowing in Clearful
- Photos in entries, AI Reviews, custom templates, themes and locked entries need Clearful Pro, and the free plan connects only two devices.
- There is no bulk import: the help center says no CSV, Day One or one-click migration tool exists.
- The interface is English only, and audio journaling with transcription is still marked as coming soon.
- The vendor's site lists no prices. The App Store description gives $9.99 a month or $59.99 a year, while its in-app list also shows $14.99 and $89.99.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Clearful?
The alternatives to Clearful in this directory are Day One, Stoic, Reflection, Five Minute Journal and Journey. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Clearful.
Is there a free alternative to Clearful?
Yes. Day One, Stoic, Reflection, Five Minute Journal and Journey have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Clearful alternatives work on Windows?
The Clearful listing does not include a Windows app. Day One and Journey list one.
Which Clearful alternatives work on Linux?
The Clearful listing does not include a Linux app. Journey lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.