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End-to-end encrypted alternatives to DailyBean

The DailyBean listing does not describe it as end-to-end encrypted. 4 of the 35 other journaling apps in this directory are end-to-end encrypted, according to their own sites.

DailyBean has a free plan. Paid plans start at $3.99 to $5.99 per month (US App Store in-app purchase list). All of them are free or have a free plan.

4 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 6, 2026 · Where the facts come from

How each one differs from DailyBean

  1. Apple Journal

    Apple's free journaling app for iPhone, iPad and Mac

    • Apple Journal is free. DailyBean starts at $3.99 to $5.99 per month (US App Store in-app purchase list).
    • Only Apple Journal lists a macOS app.
    • Only DailyBean lists an Android app.
    • Apple Journal is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    Apple Journal pricing and details

  2. 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. DailyBean starts at $3.99 to $5.99 per month (US App Store in-app purchase list).
    • Only Journey lists a web app.
    • Only Journey lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Journey is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    Journey pricing and details

  3. Diarly

    Private Markdown journal for Mac, iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch

    • Diarly starts at $2.99 per month, or $24.99 per year (US App Store in-app purchases). DailyBean starts at $3.99 to $5.99 per month (US App Store in-app purchase list).
    • Only Diarly lists a macOS app.
    • Only DailyBean lists an Android app.
    • Diarly is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    Diarly pricing and details

  4. Day One

    Encrypted journal for text, photos, audio and video across devices

    • Day One starts at $49.99 per year. DailyBean starts at $3.99 to $5.99 per month (US App Store in-app purchase list).
    • Only Day One lists a web app.
    • Only Day One lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Only Day One lists a browser extension.
    Day One pricing and details

Common questions

Is there an end-to-end encrypted alternative to DailyBean?

Yes. Apple Journal, Journey, Diarly and Day One are end-to-end encrypted, according to their own sites.

Is DailyBean end-to-end encrypted?

The DailyBean listing does not describe it as end-to-end encrypted. The listing was checked on Oct 5, 2026 against the pages it cites.

When was this checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 6, 2026. Vendors change prices and plans without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

This page is built from the listings. A tool is here because its listing says so, and the order is how close each is to DailyBean: the alternatives its listing names first, then the tools that share the most features with it.