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Local Journal vs Stoic

Local Journal

localjournal.app

Stoic

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FigureLocal JournalStoic
Price fromFree$3.33/mo
Free planYesYes
Free trial—Yes
Open source——
Web—Yes
macOS—Yes
iOSYesYes
AndroidYesYes
Plans published27
Spec score · Journaling apps8.2 (#17)9.3 (#1)
Spec score · Journaling Software8.2 (#17)8.6 (#7)
Spec score · Journal Apps8.0 (#20)8.5 (#5)
Export formatsmultiplemultiple
Free planYesYes
HeadquartersDublin, California, United StatesSan Francisco, California, United States
PrivacyThe app says it does not collect personal data or transmit journal entries to servers it owns.Stoic says it cannot access journal content in the app and does not sell app usage data or use it for advertising.
ProductLocal Journal is an offline diary app that stores entries on the device.Stoic is a mental health journaling app that combines Stoicism and modern psychological science to support self-reflection and well-being.
SupportThe support page invites users to contact [email protected] for help.Support is provided by email at [email protected], in-app bug reports and a public feedback page; the team says it is small and replies may take time.

Plans

Local Journal

  • FreeFree
  • Premium$6.99, paid once

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Stoic

  • Stoic Premium$6.99 a month
  • Stoic Premium + AI$12.99 a month
  • Stoic FreeFree
  • Stoic Free PlanFree
  • Stoic Premium$39.99 a year
  • Stoic Premium + AI$99.99 a year
  • Stoic Lifetime Premium$299, paid once

Stoic pricing →

In their own words

Local Journal

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Stoic

Stoic is a mental health journaling app that combines Stoicism with modern psychological science to support self-reflection and well-being. Users can customize morning and evening reflections, respond to prompts that change daily around a weekly theme, and return to guided journals. It tracks moods and influencing factors and offers insights based on entries and activities. Guided meditation and breathing exercises are also included. Premium AI tools can provide personalized prompts, analyze past entries and create reminders based on journaling patterns; these features are optional and require consent. Stoic is available on Android, iOS, macOS and the web, with multiple export formats, media attachments, search, filters and a privacy lock. iCloud sync works across Apple devices, but the iOS and Android apps do not sync with each other. The free plan includes daily prompts, quotes and affirmations, basic guided journals and a limited selection of breathing practices and meditations. The annual plan offers a 7-day Premium trial or a 3-day Premium + AI trial, with one trial activation per Apple ID.

Visit getstoic.com