Alternatives · Journaling
MoodTools alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best MoodTools alternative for most people is Daylio (2.4 GPA), third in our ranking of journaling apps. The best free one is How We Feel (3.2 GPA).
MoodTools compared with 5 alternatives: Moodfit, How We Feel, Daylio, Bearable and Clearful.
MoodTools has a free plan. Paid plans start at $4.99 per month (Pro Mode, US App Store). All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| MoodToolsThis tool | Free plan · from $4.99/mo | Yes | iOS, Android |
| Moodfit | Free plan · from $35.99/yr | Yes | iOS, Android |
| How We Feel | Free | Free | iOS, Android |
| Daylio | Free plan · from $4.99 | Yes | iOS, Android |
| Bearable | Free plan · from $34.99/yr | Yes | iOS, Android |
| Clearful | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, iOS, Android |
Price against what you get
MoodTools starts at $4.99 a month and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 3 of the 4 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: Moodfit, How We Feel and Bearable.
Clearful scores higher without starting lower.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from MoodTools
Moodfit
Mood journal and CBT tools built around daily goals
- Moodfit starts at $35.99 for one year, paid once with no auto renewal (vendor site).
- Moodfit also covers habit tracking and goals.
Suits: People who want a mood journal with CBT exercises in the same app
How We Feel
Free emotion check-in journal from a science nonprofit
- How We Feel is free.
Suits: People who want a mood journal with no subscription or in-app purchases
Daylio
Mood tracker and micro-diary you fill in with a couple of taps
- Daylio starts at $4.99 (lowest US App Store in-app purchase; billing period not shown).
- Daylio also covers templates, habit tracking and goals.
Suits: People who want to log a mood in a couple of taps instead of writing
Bearable
Symptom and mood tracker that links health to daily habits
- Bearable starts at $34.99 per year (about $0.10 a day).
- Bearable also covers habit tracking and goals.
Suits: People tracking a chronic illness, pain, migraines or mental health
Clearful
Guided journal with 400+ prompts and templates on every device
- Clearful starts at $9.99 per month, or $59.99 per year (US App Store description).
- Clearful also lists a web app and a macOS app.
- Clearful also covers templates.
- Clearful does not cover mood tracking, which MoodTools does.
Suits: People who want prompts and guided templates instead of a blank page
Limits worth knowing in MoodTools
- The vendor says the app is not a replacement for treatment or medical intervention.
- Export, cloud sync and passcode protection need the paid Pro Mode.
- Pro Mode prices were read from the US App Store listing; the Google Play prices were not read.
- It is a depression self-help tool rather than a general-purpose diary.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to MoodTools?
The alternatives to MoodTools in this directory are Moodfit, How We Feel, Daylio, Bearable and Clearful. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with MoodTools.
Is there a free alternative to MoodTools?
Yes. How We Feel is free to use. Moodfit, Daylio, Bearable and Clearful have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which MoodTools alternatives work on macOS?
The MoodTools listing does not include a macOS app. Clearful lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.