Finch
A virtual pet that grows and goes on adventures as you check in on your mood, habits and goals
by Finch Care Public Benefit Corporation · listed Oct 21, 2026
Quick verdict
Worth installing if journaling and habit apps have never stuck for you; the pet loop turns small daily check-ins into something you look forward to.
Best for People who want a gentle, low-pressure way to build self-care habits and track their mood
Reviewed by AppsPicks on Oct 21, 2026. How we review
Finch review
Finch wraps a self-care routine around a small virtual bird you raise. Each day you check in on your mood, tick off goals or habits, write short journal entries, try a breathing exercise or answer reflective prompts, and your pet gains energy to head off exploring. In the evening it comes back with stories and asks you to note what went well. It suits people who have tried mood trackers or journaling apps and dropped them because they felt like homework.
Day to day it is gentle and quick. A check-in can take a minute, the tone is warm rather than clinical, and there is no penalty for missing a day. Dressing up your pet and decorating its space gives a light sense of progress without turning wellbeing into a score. The core tracking and journaling work without paying, and an optional paid tier adds more content and customisation.
Why we picked it: It makes small self-care habits feel rewarding through a cute pet loop, and its ratings on both stores are very high across hundreds of thousands of reviews.
Watch out for: The cutesy style is not for everyone, and it is a self-care companion, not a substitute for therapy or medical help.
What we like
- Quick daily check-ins that take a minute or two
- Mood journal, habit tracker and breathing exercises in one place
- Pet rewards make it easier to keep coming back
- Forgiving design with no punishment for missed days
- Core features usable without paying
What could be better
- Childlike visuals may not suit people wanting a serious tool
- Some exercises and cosmetics sit behind the paid tier
- Not designed for clinical mental health support
Questions about Finch
Is Finch free?
Yes, it is free to download and the main check-ins, journaling and habit tracking work without paying. An optional paid upgrade unlocks extra exercises and customisation.
Which platforms does it run on?
Finch is available on iPhone and Android, and both versions are updated in step.
Can it replace therapy?
No. It is a lightweight self-care and habit companion, so anyone dealing with serious anxiety or depression should also seek professional support.
How much time does it take each day?
A morning and evening check-in can take just a few minutes, and you can add more exercises when you feel like it.
From the developer: how Finch describes itself
Meet your new self-care best friend! Finch is a self-care pet app that helps you feel prepared and positive, one day at a time. Take care of your pet by taking care of yourself! Choose from a wide variety of self-care exercises personalized for you.
THE BEST DAILY SELF-CARE APP
Struggling with stress, mental health, or need motivation? Is self-care a chore? Finch makes self-care finally feel rewarding, lightweight, and fun. Complete quick self-care exercises to grow your pet, earn rewards, and improve mental health! People who struggle with mental health, goals, meditation, and journaling found it easier to be mindful with their self-care pet in the Finch app!
REVIEWS
- "I’ve tried other apps for being thankful and thinking positive but never used them long. I enjoy this one because the virtual pet is really cute and it takes just a moment to be honest about I really feel." - "As someone who struggles with anxiety and depression, I have tried many journaling apps and mood trackers. All of them felt like a chore, but not Finch! Even if I am not feeling like journaling or even facing my emotions, I can do so in order to help Finch."
QUICK CHECK INS
- Start mornings with quick mood checks and energize your pet to go exploring! Choose from a variety of quick mindful habits from goal tracking and bullet journaling to mindful breathing exercises and quizzes! - End days in moments of gratitude with your self-care pet where they'll be back from adventures to share stories with you! Destress, reflect, and recognize your positive moments.
MINDFUL EXERCISES
Strengthen your mental health by increasing resilience, productivity, and gratitude with self-care exercises! Finch helps you hit goals and sustain healthy habits with your self-care pet!
- Goal Tracker: set goals and celebrate wins you've accumulated from healthy habits. - Bullet Journaling: guided bullet journaling prompts to clear the mind, track important moments, and practice gratitude. - Breathing: guided breathing to calm nerves, increase focus, energize your mind, and sleep better. - Quizzes: quick quizzes to understand your mental health by tracking your anxiety, depression, body image appreciation, and more. - Mood Tracker: check on yourself and access mood trends to understand what has been lifting you up or bringing you down. - Quotes: read motivational quotes to lift your mood and gain new perspective. - Sleep: Unwind yourself for good sleep with guided breathing and next day goal planning. - Insights: get insights on your mental health from combined analytics on your mood tracker, bullet journal tags, goal tracker, and quizzes.
SAY HI!
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@finchcare - Discord: https://discord.gg/finchfam - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/finchcare/ - Facebook: https://facebook.com/groups/finchfam - Email: [email protected] - Terms of service: https://befinch.notion.site/Finch-Care-PBC-Terms-of-Service-710ffd2b56ce4bc8ac8063461a3bb96e - Privacy policy: https://befinch.notion.site/Finch-Care-PBC-Privacy-Policy-c2e466cb17f34edd87d0c353b5742ac5
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