Twelve Notes AlternativesJournaling Apps & Private Diaries like Twelve Notes

Sites and apps similar to Twelve Notes include Lunatask, which has a free version. Other options are Pile, Memos, Day One and still: voice journaling. You're spoiled for choice with Journaling Apps like Twelve Notes: we list more than 25 alternatives for iPhone, Mac, Android, iPad and Windows.

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  1. Lunatask icon
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    Lunatask is an all-in-one encrypted to-do list, habit tracker, journaling, life-tracking and notes app. It remembers stuff for you and knows what to work on next. Choose from a variety of productivity techniques like Kanban, Must/Should/Want Method, Eisenhower Matrix, or Time...

    257 Lunatask alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
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  2. Pile icon
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    Privacy-focused desktop journaling app designed for Mac and Windows, featuring local data storage, burst-entry journaling, entry highlighting, editing, dark mode, and AI reflections using an OpenAI GPT-4 key, all in a minimalist, distraction-free interface.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
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  3. Memos icon
     23 likes

    An open-source, minimalist note-taking tool emphasizing privacy, easy self-hosting through Docker, Markdown support, customizable sharing, RESTful API connections, and rapid setup. Offers distraction-free note capture, to-do management, and user control of data.

    109 Memos alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

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    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Cloudron
    • Docker
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  4. Day One icon
     94 likes

    Day One is a simple way to journal application for the Mac, iPhone, iPad and Android

    247 Day One alternatives

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    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Safari
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Google Chrome
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  5. still is a journaling app for people who want to actually understand who they are. Talk about whatever’s on your mind — still listens, AI breaks it down, and you get instant insights about your emotions and patterns, allowing you to understand yourself fully.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • iPhone
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  6. Journey icon
     41 likes

    Digital journaling solution offering privacy controls, secure cross-device sync, multimedia support, timeline view, calendar and Throwback features, Google Drive backup, customizable entries, import/export options, weather, and location tags for organized memories.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Snapcraft
    • Android Wear
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  7. Diarium icon
     11 likes

    The most functional journal app for Windows lets you keep all your precious memories in one place and even reminds you to write down your experiences every day.

    95 Diarium alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  8. StoryPad icon
     9 likes

    StoryPad is an open source, privacy-focused, local-first journal that lets you capture your life: notes, thoughts, emotions, and memories on a single, continuous timeline. No folders. No tabs. Just your life, beautifully organized.

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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  9. Journalistic icon
     14 likes

    Journalistic is a micro journaling app with a focus on a clean and minimalistic writing experience. It uses the established bullet journal format, making it approachable for beginners and highly efficient for experienced diarists.

    49 Journalistic alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  10. Glint is an iOS app that serves as a personal time capsule, enabling you to record and reflect on the highlights of your year. It allows you to attach photos, locations, and URLs to your memories, and organize them in custom categories.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  11. Daily You icon
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    Capture the moments that matter. Daily You helps you log your thoughts, track your mood, and keep a diary of meaningful moments, every day. Whether you're journaling, reflecting, or just noting what made you smile, Daily You gives you a private space that's truly yours.

    Cost / License

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    • Android
    • F-Droid
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  12. Recollect icon
     3 likes

    Welcome to Recollect AI Journal, your smart and intuitive journaling app. Keep track of your thoughts, goals, and memories with the power of AI, all while enjoying a sleek and simple user experience.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • visionOS
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