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DailyBean alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave DailyBean: free tier has ads and one photo a day, and light on long-form writing. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces DailyBean, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Daylio currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Daylio logoDaylioFree plan + paidNoiOS, Android5 of 566.5
2How We Feel logoHow We FeelFreeNoiOS, Android4 of 462.6
3Grid Diary logoGrid DiaryFree plan + paidNoiOS, macOS, Android4 of 459.6
4Finch logoFinchFree plan + paidNoiOS, Android3 of 357.2
  1. Daylio logo

    1. DaylioTop pick

    Best for: People who want a quick daily mood log that shows which activities lift or sink them

    Free plan + paidiOS, Android

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from DailyBean

    The best-known two-tap mood diary, with stronger statistics.

    Pros

    • Entries take seconds
    • Strong mood and activity statistics
    • Customisable moods and activities
    • PDF and CSV export

    Cons

    • Basic tools for long-form writing
    • Free version has ads and limits
    • No web or desktop app
    Visit Daylio Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Daylio a good DailyBean alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Users
    20M+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026daylio.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Export
    PDF or CSV
    Checked Oct 25, 2026daylio.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Privacy
    PIN lock
    Checked Oct 25, 2026daylio.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Backup
    Google Drive or iCloud
    Checked Oct 25, 2026daylio.net(opens source in a new tab)
    Year view
    Year in Pixels
    Checked Oct 25, 2026daylio.net(opens source in a new tab)
  2. How We Feel logo

    2. How We Feel

    Best for: Anyone who wants to get better at naming and understanding their emotions, for free

    FreeiOS, Android

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from DailyBean

    Free with no premium tier, focused on naming emotions.

    Pros

    • Free with no premium tier
    • Precise emotion vocabulary beyond a simple mood scale
    • Can be used without an account
    • Run by a non-profit that doesn't sell data

    Cons

    • Not a habit tracker for routines or goals
    • Mobile only
    • Statistics are simpler than dedicated analytics apps
    Visit How We Feel Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is How We Feel a good DailyBean alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Organisation
    Non-profit
    Checked Oct 25, 2026howwefeel.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    iOS and Android
    Checked Oct 25, 2026howwefeel.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Account required
    No
    Checked Oct 25, 2026howwefeel.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Data sales
    Does not sell personal information
    Checked Oct 25, 2026howwefeel.org(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Grid Diary logo

    3. Grid Diary

    Best for: People who find a blank page intimidating and want short guided prompts each day

    Free plan + paidiOS, macOS, Android

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from DailyBean

    Prompted journaling for people who want to write a little more each day.

    Pros

    • Prompts make daily entries quick
    • Customisable question templates
    • Exports to PDF, Markdown and images

    Cons

    • Sync between devices requires membership
    • Grid format is restrictive for long writing
    • Subscription for advanced features
    Visit Grid Diary Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Grid Diary a good DailyBean alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Monthly price
    $2.99/month
    Checked Oct 25, 2026griddiaryapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Annual price
    $22.99/year
    Checked Oct 25, 2026griddiaryapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Export
    PDF, Markdown, JPG
    Checked Oct 25, 2026griddiaryapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free features
    Many features free
    Checked Oct 25, 2026griddiaryapp.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Finch logo

    4. Finch

    Best for: People who want gentle, low-pressure self-care habits with a playful pet companion

    Free plan + paidiOS, Android

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from DailyBean

    Turns daily check-ins into caring for a virtual pet.

    Pros

    • Kind, non-judgemental tone
    • Free tier covers the core experience
    • Combines goals, mood check-ins and journaling prompts

    Cons

    • Light on statistics and analysis
    • Game framing won't suit everyone
    • Mobile only
    Visit Finch Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Finch a good DailyBean alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Concept
    Care for a pet by caring for yourself
    Checked Oct 25, 2026finchcare.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Ratings
    500k+ ratings
    Checked Oct 25, 2026finchcare.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Company
    Finch Care PBC
    Checked Oct 25, 2026finchcare.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best DailyBean alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Daylio logo

Best DailyBean alternative for most people

Daylio

The best-known two-tap mood diary, with stronger statistics.

How We Feel logo

Best DailyBean alternative for a free option

How We Feel

Free with no premium tier, focused on naming emotions.

Grid Diary logo

Best DailyBean alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Grid Diary

Prompted journaling for people who want to write a little more each day.

Grid Diary logo

Best DailyBean alternative for Mac

Grid Diary

Prompted journaling for people who want to write a little more each day.

Finch logo

Best DailyBean alternative for iPhone and Android

Finch

Turns daily check-ins into caring for a virtual pet.

DailyBean alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to DailyBean?

Daylio ranks first right now. The best-known two-tap mood diary, with stronger statistics. How We Feel and Grid Diary follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to DailyBean?

Yes. Daylio (free plan + paid), How We Feel (free), Grid Diary (free plan + paid) and Finch (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to DailyBean?

None of the 4 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from DailyBean?

The complaints we hear most: free tier has ads and one photo a day; light on long-form writing; deeper analysis requires Premium.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces DailyBean, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.