# FocusQuest: Deep Work Timer

> FocusQuest: Deep Work Timer (iPhone/iPad app by Lars Thom.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusquest-deep-work-timer/id6781283774 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lars Thom](https://appshunter.io/developer/6781283776)
- Category: Productivity, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.1 · 18 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-07-25
- Data updated: 2026-09-14
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusquest-deep-work-timer/id6781283774/reviews.md

## What is FocusQuest?

FocusQuest turns focus into a game you actually want to play — it locks
the apps pulling you away from your work, then rewards you for staying
the course.

REAL LOCKS, NOT SUGGESTIONS
Choose the apps that distract you, start a focus or study timer, and
FocusQuest locks them — no snoozing, no five-second workaround. When
time's up, a real lock-screen alarm makes sure you notice.

YOUR OWN RULES
Set fixed windows — say, 10pm to 7am — where distracting apps stay
locked automatically, timer or not. Or go further with Always Blocked,
for the apps you'd rather cut out of your life completely.

A CHECK THAT MEANS SOMETHING
No hollow "are you still there?" prompts. A quick movement challenge
confirms you're actually present — not just tapping a button on autopilot.

PROGRESS YOU CAN FEEL
Earn XP, level up, build a streak worth protecting, and clear daily
quests that make consistency feel like momentum, not chores.

BETTER WITH FRIENDS
See how you stack up, cheer on their wins, send a wave — staying
focused is easier when it's not just you.

DESIGNED TO DISAPPEAR INTO YOUR DAY
Dynamic Island & Live Activity keep your timer visible at a glance.
Siri Shortcuts start and stop sessions hands-free. Spotlight surfaces
your quests instantly. SharePlay lets you focus together on a call.

Download FocusQuest and make breaking distraction the habit that
actually sticks.


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.3 — 2026-09-03

- Fixed a sync issue where some users saw "Sync failed" in the Friends tab. Your progress now syncs reliably again.

### 1.1.2 — 2026-09-01

- More reliable app blocking, including a fix where the picker could drop already-blocked apps
- Clearer Settings — focus-check options moved under Guard & Health with better labels
- Earlier comeback reminders if you've been away
- Improved VoiceOver support
- Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.1.1 — 2026-08-18

• New design – a fresher, cleaner look throughout the app
• New: Dark Mode – switch anytime in Settings (Light/Dark/Automatic)
• New: FocusQuest is now fully available in Spanish
• Redesigned widgets, now also in Spanish
• More reliable lock screen controls (pause/resume)
• Various bug fixes

### 1.1.0 — 2026-08-14

• System alarm for timer endings: focus and break sessions now trigger a full lock-screen alarm with slide-to-stop, on top of the in-app screen.
• SharePlay: focus together on a FaceTime call — one person starts the timer, everyone's timer starts in sync.
• Spotlight search: find your quests straight from iOS search, tap to jump right into the Quests tab.
• New contextual tips guide you through features exactly when you need them.
• FocusQuest now lets you know automatically when a new version is available.
• Numerous smaller fixes around lock windows, widgets, and notifications.

### 1.0.9 — 2026-08-12

Version 1.0.9

• Redesigned lock screen with a darker look and your app icon
• Timer: calmer, smoother transitions when starting/stopping
• Stats: daily timeline with timestamps, week-over-week comparison, category breakdown
• Referral bonuses are now credited reliably
• Dynamic Island now reflects the actual time remaining in real time
• Numerous smaller fixes around lock windows, widgets, and notifications

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