# Just Start: ADHD Focus Timer — Body Doubling for ADHD

> ADHD focus timer and body double for task initiation and productivity. (iPhone/iPad app by Estus Holdings LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/just-start-adhd-focus-timer/id6760567262 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Estus Holdings LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1879926455)
- Category: Productivity, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 84 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-03-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/just-start-adhd-focus-timer/id6760567262/reviews.md

## What is Just Start?

The hardest part of getting things done? Starting. Just Start is the ADHD-friendly focus app that removes the friction between thinking about work and actually doing it.

DESIGNED FOR THE ADHD BRAIN
Built specifically for people who struggle with task initiation, Just Start uses evidence-based techniques that work with your neurodivergent brain, not against it.

FOCUS SESSIONS THAT WORK
- Quick-start presets: 10, 25, or 45 minutes
- Energy-adaptive sessions: the app suggests a length based on how you feel
- Five timer visualizations: a growing plant, filling hourglass, rising sunrise, clean progress ring, and a Time Timer wedge

LIVE ACTIVITIES & DYNAMIC ISLAND
See your focus timer right on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. No need to open the app — your progress is always visible, keeping you accountable without distraction.

HOME SCREEN & LOCK SCREEN WIDGETS
Your streak and total focus minutes at a glance. Tap the widget to start a focus session without opening the app.

AI TASK BREAKDOWN
Staring at a big task and freezing? Type it in and our AI breaks it into tiny, actionable micro-steps with time estimates. Tap any step to start a timed focus session instantly.

BODY DOUBLING
Work alongside a virtual presence that makes you feel less alone. Body doubling is one of the most effective ADHD productivity techniques — now available anytime, anywhere.

EVOLVING FOCUS GARDEN
Grow plants as you focus. Watch your garden evolve through seasonal themes with 20+ unique plants. Progress from a Windowsill to an Enchanted Forest as you build focus habits. Seasonal and limited-time plants keep rewards fresh.

AMBIENT SOUNDSCAPES
Choose from curated background sounds designed to boost concentration:
- Rain, ocean waves, and nature sounds
- Coffee shop ambiance
- White noise
- Lo-fi beats and more

SMART TASK MANAGEMENT
- Simple task input with AI-powered first step suggestions
- Say "Hey Siri, start a focus session" to dive right in
- Siri shortcuts for quick, flow, and deep work sessions

STREAK PROTECTION
A gentle evening reminder if your streak is at risk — and grace days so missing one day never wipes out your progress.

JUST START PRO
Unlock the full experience with Pro:
- Unlimited focus sessions
- All ambient soundscapes
- Advanced insights and analytics
- Pro-exclusive plants
- Priority support

Free to try with core features. The annual plan starts with a 7-day free trial — cancel any time before it renews and you pay nothing.

Privacy first: no ads and no third-party tracking. Your data stays on your device.

Whether you have ADHD, struggle with procrastination, or just want a better way to focus — Just Start helps you take that first step. Every time.

SUBSCRIPTION INFO
Just Start Pro is available as a monthly ($7.99/month) or annual ($49.99/year) subscription, or as a one-time Lifetime purchase ($58.99). The annual subscription includes a 7-day free trial for new subscribers; if you don't cancel before the trial ends, it converts to a paid annual subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions in your App Store account settings.

Privacy Policy: https://getjuststart.app/privacy
Terms of Use: https://getjuststart.app/terms

## Key features

- Customizable Pomodoro timers
- AI task breakdown
- Virtual body doubling
- Live Activities & Dynamic Island integration
- Lock screen widgets
- Ambient soundscapes
- Evolving focus garden

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Just Start Pro Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Just Start Pro Annual | $49.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Just Start Pro Lifetime | $58.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about Just Start

### What is Just Start?

Just Start is an ADHD-friendly focus app designed to help users initiate and complete tasks. It offers customizable timers, AI-powered task breakdown, virtual body doubling, and ambient soundscapes to enhance concentration.

### How does Just Start help with task initiation?

Just Start uses evidence-based techniques like customizable timers and AI-driven micro-steps to break down large tasks into manageable actions, reducing the friction of starting.

### Does Just Start have ads?

No, Just Start is ad-free and does not use third-party tracking, prioritizing user privacy.

### What are the subscription options for Just Start Pro?

Just Start Pro offers monthly ($7.99/month), annual ($49.99/year with a free trial), and lifetime ($149.99) purchase options. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled 24 hours prior to the end of the current period.

### Can I see my focus progress without opening the app?

Yes, Just Start offers Live Activities and Dynamic Island integration to display your focus timer progress on your lock screen. Lock screen widgets also show your streak count and daily focus minutes.

### What kind of ambient sounds are available in Just Start?

Just Start offers a variety of curated ambient soundscapes designed to boost concentration, including rain, ocean waves, nature sounds, coffee shop ambiance, white/brown/pink noise, and lo-fi beats.

### How does the AI task breakdown feature work?

You can input a large task, and the AI will break it down into 5-8 tiny, actionable micro-steps with estimated times. Tapping any step allows you to instantly start a timed focus session.

### What is 'body doubling' in Just Start?

Body doubling in Just Start provides a virtual presence to work alongside, making you feel less alone and leveraging a highly effective ADHD productivity technique for sustained focus.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.1 — 2026-08-14

• Fixed a crash when leaving the AI screen while it was still thinking
• Trial reminders now arrive while your trial is still active
• The annual plan now starts with a 7-day free trial
• Stability, memory and performance improvements

### 1.5.0 — 2026-07-26

• Pay-once Lifetime Pro is back — no subscription, ever
• Streak reminders: a gentle nudge when your streak is at risk
• Share your win — now in your language, with a one-tap link for friends
• Fewer interruptions when you first open the app
• Reliability and performance improvements

### 1.4.6 — 2026-07-05

• Start a focus session straight from a Home Screen or Lock Screen widget
• New Siri shortcuts for Flow State and Deep Work sessions
• A friendlier check-in after your first session
• Reliability improvements and bug fixes

### 1.4.5 — 2026-06-16

• Sign in to back up and sync your sessions, streaks, and garden across devices
• More reliable session saving
• Gentle reminders during your free trial
• Stability and performance improvements

### 1.4.4 — 2026-06-05

Improves the first-session experience, AI Start Coach, Pro trial prompts, and subscription reliability. Also includes sharing, HealthKit, and stability fixes.

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