jiggeredA Bearable alternative you can host yourself
Jiggered is a free, open-source energy and symptom log that you can run on your own server. Bearable is a polished mobile app with a subscription option. Here is how they differ, and when Bearable is the better choice.
This comparison is based on Bearable's public website at the time of writing (October 2026). Check their site (opens in a new tab) for current details.
At a glance
| Jiggered | Bearable | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Free. Hosting your own copy has server costs. | Most features free, with a paid premium subscription. |
| Where your data lives | On the server whoever runs the instance chooses, which can be yours. | With the provider. See their privacy policy. |
| Source code | Open source, MIT licence. | Closed source. |
| How you use it | Web app you can add to your home screen, with offline recording. | Native iOS and Android apps. |
| Energy planning | Daily points or spoons budget, a plan view for the coming days, and planned versus actual costs. | Symptom, mood and factor tracking with correlation insights. |
| Sharing with a clinician | CSV export and a printable summary. | Reports and exports. |
When to choose Jiggered
- You want to pace against a daily energy budget and see projected balances before you commit.
- You want control over where health records are stored, or want to run it for your household.
- You want open source you can inspect, with no subscription.
When to choose Bearable
- You want a native phone app without setting up or trusting a server.
- You want broad tracking of mood, medication and lifestyle factors with built-in correlation charts.
- You do not want to depend on anyone running a server.
Jiggered does not claim to find causes. Its charts describe your own records, and energy tracking and symptom tracking explain what it does and does not do.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jiggered free?
Yes. There is no paid plan. Running your own server has hosting costs, which you or your operator pay.
Can I move my records between apps?
You can export days and episodes from Jiggered as CSV. See the export guide. Check what Bearable can import before you switch.