# BUSY – Advanced Focus Timer — Ultimate Distraction Blocker

> Focus timer and distraction blocker for enhanced productivity on iPhone and Apple Watch. (iPhone/iPad app by Flipper - FZCO.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/busy-advanced-focus-timer/id6738797176 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Flipper - FZCO](https://appshunter.io/developer/6777132645)
- Category: Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 161 MB
- Languages: American English, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2025-03-17
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/busy-advanced-focus-timer/id6738797176/reviews.md

## What is BUSY?

BUSY — Focus Timer & Distraction Blocker


Stay focused. Get more done.

Block distracting apps and notifications while adding structure to your day.

Choose short focus sessions with regular breaks or switch to deep focus mode. Work without interruptions on iPhone, Apple Watch, and Mac.


FEATURES:
- Instant Focus. Start focusing in one tap. Choose Pomodoro-style sessions with breaks or work without time limits.
- BUSY Bar Сontrol. Connect and manage your BUSY Bar from your phone. Start focus sessions, block distractions, update firmware, connect to Wi-Fi, and more.
- Music Themes. Choose visual themes with music designed to support deep, focused work.
- Block Distractions. Automatically block distracting apps and mute notifications so you stay in control.
- Track Your Attempts. See how often you try to open blocked apps and build stronger focus habits.
- Structured Focus Sessions. Stay consistent with focus intervals designed to improve productivity.
- Apple Watch & Mac Support. Start, stop, or manage sessions from your Apple Watch or Mac. Everything syncs instantly.


BUSY helps you stay focused, reduce distractions, and build better work habits — across all your devices.

## Key features

- Customizable focus sessions (timer, Pomodoro, no time limit)
- Distraction blocking (apps, notifications)
- Accountability features (no skipping sessions)
- Distraction attempt tracking
- Apple Watch integration
- Customizable timer themes

## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/busy-advanced-focus-timer/id6738797176/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Why is there no sound when the time is up?

*2026-03-15*

Overall, it's great, but where is the sound notification or at least the vibration on the watch?

### 3/5 — Good start

*2025-11-19*

Can see the vision. Would love native support for iPad that’s not just an upscaled IOS app, higher quality backgrounds, and the accompanying hardware

### 5/5 — Great design!

*2025-11-16, version 3.0*

It’s an astonishing design for a free app! Would be great though, to have an option to increase the timer size. Also, some kind of task tracking or a history of completed intervals would be helpful for analyzing work times. Keep up the great work 👏

### 2/5 — Cool needs some work

*2025-11-04*

So far it seems to block all apps regardless of what I tell it to block.

### 5/5 — Clean and futuristic timer

*2025-08-08*

Normal timers just don’t work for me, this one combines the pomodero method with a clean and futuristic interface that makes distraction blocking easy. It also gave plenty of options of how I can customize my working schedule

**Developer response:** Thank you! ❤️

### 5/5 — Not bad

*2025-07-01, version 2.1*

I like new graphics, but it can be even more beautiful. Waiting for the new releases.

### 5/5 — Гениально

*2025-05-28, version 1.2*

Очень классное приложение, но очень хотелось бы убрать кнопки  
пауза/сбросить/скип, чтобы никак нельзя было снять блокировку

### 1/5 — Уведомления

*2025-04-17, version 1.0*

Текущая версия работает плохо, глючит эфир активности, в т.ч. На watch. Перестает работать при погашенном экране

### 4/5 — Good, Simple Pomodoro Timer

*2025-04-17*

So far, I have found this as a good pomodoro timer that can also block apps. I liked that I can easily see and set the total session time, not just the interval times. One possible issue I have is that I cannot access any blocked apps when the session is active, particularly during breaks. I wish there was an option to allow access to some or all set blocked apps during breaks. I also wish I could set the break timer to 25 minutes, as I sometimes like to do 55 minutes of work then 25 minute break.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback!

### 2/5 — Mute button please

*2025-04-11*

See the potential as part of a bigger plan . Appreciate the simplicity . Would be great to have a mute button for the countdown timer .

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback! You can mute the sound in the timer settings.

## Frequently asked questions about BUSY

### What is BUSY?

BUSY is a focus timer and distraction blocker designed to help users stay on track and get more done. It offers customizable sessions and blocks distracting apps and notifications.

### Does BUSY have ads?

No, BUSY is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted focus experience.

### What devices does BUSY support?

BUSY is available for iPhone and Apple Watch, with seamless syncing between devices.

### How does BUSY help with focus?

BUSY helps users focus by allowing them to set custom focus sessions, block distracting apps and notifications, and track their attempts to open blocked apps.

### Can I use BUSY on my Apple Watch?

Yes, BUSY offers watchOS support, allowing you to start, stop, or skip your focus timer directly from your Apple Watch.

### What is the rating for BUSY?

BUSY has a rating of 3.9 stars from 9 ratings.

### How often is BUSY updated?

The latest version of BUSY is 3.1.1, and it was last updated on February 3, 2026.

### Is BUSY suitable for children?

BUSY has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users and adults alike.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.5.3 — 2026-08-24

Features & UX:

- Added Draw tool for creating personalized statuses for BUSY Bar.
- Redesigned login and Passkey flows.
- Made various UI and UX improvements.

### 3.5.2 — 2026-08-10

Bug fixes:

- Fixed unexpected sign out when linking BUSY Bar to your account fails
- Fixed extra symbol in the battery percentage message shown during firmware update
- Improved BLE pairing timeout handling
- Improved server environment handling after app updates

### 3.5.1 — 2026-07-24

Features & UX:
- Unified BUSY Bar firmware update and dashboard — all in one screen.
- Improved BUSY Bar firmware update flow.
- Refined device details layout.

Bug fixes:
- Fixed BUSY Bar Screen Streaming when switching between Cloud and Bluetooth connections.
- Fixed BUSY Bar battery check before firmware update.
- Improved BLE timeout handling.
- Fixed Live Activity states.

### 3.5 — 2026-07-14

Features & UX:

BUSY Bar screen: Updated device selector in menu
Improved BLE connection: Error dialog on connection timeout
Design system: Updated buttons and colors

Bug fixes:

Fixed Live Activity showing REST during paused work sessions
Fixed Apple Watch sync issue

### 3.4 — 2026-06-30

We've been BUSY. Here's what's new:
- BUSY Bar Control — Support for the upcoming BUSY Bar productivity multi-tool. The device is launching soon.
- Music Themes — Immersive sounds and visuals for deeper focus.
- New App Blocker — Stop distractions with a single tap and stay accountable.
- Focus Session Sync — Your progress follows you across your phone, watch, Mac, and BUSY Bar.
- Performance Improvements — Faster, more stable, fewer bugs.

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