moodscope.com

What it is

Moodscope is an online mood tracking and management tool operated by Moodscope Ltd. It is positioned as a way to help users manage mood fluctuations related to depression, bipolar disorder, and similar conditions. Its approach is derived from the PANAS psychological scale, which founder Jon Cousins adapted to manage his own depression, and was later simplified into a daily measurement tool with permission from relevant psychologists and the American Psychological Association. The website says it has been used by more than 60,000 people, with 17,000 people receiving daily messages.

Core capabilities

Based on the collected content, Moodscope’s core focus is not generative AI, but structured and continuous tracking of psychological state. Features include a daily psychological measurement test with instant feedback, charts and journals, a Buddy system for sharing with a partner, daily motivational emails for members, a community, blog resources, as well as Affectogram and Triggergram. The former shows scores across 20 emotions, while the latter helps users identify factors that trigger their best or worst moods. The website also states that independent academic statistical research has demonstrated its effectiveness, and its own research shows that regular users see a 36% mood improvement within 90 days.

Pricing and trial

Moodscope uses a subscription model. After registration, it offers a 21-day free trial, then renews automatically on a monthly basis at £3.99 / $5.99 / €4.99 per month, with cancellation available at any time. The overall price barrier is low, making it suitable for long-term self-tracking; however, the page does not disclose payment methods, refund policy, or whether common Chinese payment channels are supported.

Pros and cons

Its strengths are a clear basis in established scales, a closed loop built around “daily measurement — feedback — trends — triggers,” and the addition of buddy and community support, making it suitable for building a habit of emotional awareness. The downside is that the captured text does not show any AI models, intelligent prediction, natural language analysis, or API integration capabilities. The Chinese interface, data privacy details, mobile experience, and boundaries around medical compliance are also not fully presented. As a mental health tool, it is better used as a self-observation reference and cannot replace professional diagnosis or treatment.

Who it’s for and access from China

Moodscope is suitable for people who want a low-cost way to track mood changes over the long term, especially users willing to check in daily and review their progress through charts. Those who need Chinese-language service, AI conversational companionship, clinical-grade intervention, or local payment options may want to consider Daylio, eMoods, Bearable, Moodfit, or domestic mood tracking / mental health apps. Access from mainland China, network stability, and payment availability are not stated in the main text, so they should be considered unknown.