# MoodTools - Depression Aid

> Depression Help

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1012822112](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1012822112)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1012822112`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Inquiry Health LLC
- **Category:** Medical
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (311 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.6.7
- **Last updated:** 2021-05-01
- **First published:** 2015-07-21
- **Size:** 40 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/moodtools-depression-aid/id1012822112)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://medium.com/@moodtools/privacy-policy-fc0dbf1267e8](https://medium.com/@moodtools/privacy-policy-fc0dbf1267e8)

## Description

**MoodTools** provides research-backed self-help tools to ease depressive symptoms and improve mood. It includes a Thought Diary to analyze thoughts, Behavioral Activation activities to energize you and track mood, a Safety Plan for crisis resources, PHQ-9 symptom tracking, and educational information.

The app also offers mood-boosting YouTube videos and educational content, plus Pro Mode with optional export, cloud sync, and passcode protection. MoodTools was developed with mental health professionals and includes privacy and terms information. Note: it is not a substitute for professional treatment; use it to complement care and consult a clinician for ongoing support.

## Rankings

- #86,898 — Overall

## Review summary

MoodTools is praised for journaling, CBT-based tools, safety planning, and educational videos that support mood management and therapy. It is valued by clinicians and recommended by therapists. Common concerns include pricing and occasional AI handling that interferes with safety planning. Overall, it's seen as a helpful companion for depression management and a useful supplement to therapy.

### Pros

- Integrated mood diary/thought diary and mood tracking help identify patterns and reinforce positive changes.
- CBT-based tools and thought challenging provide practical coping strategies.
- Safety planning and in-app crisis resources.
- Educational videos (TED Talks) offer relatable coping strategies.
- Therapist endorsement and clinical use makes it a credible therapy companion.

### Cons

- Pricing concerns: some reviews describe the app as expensive with references to high Pro pricing and expired licenses.
- AI-related issues can disrupt safety planning when triggers are mentioned, making the process frustrating.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1012822112)
