# Stay Focused: Countdown Timer — Motivate to be focused on task

> Motivational countdown timer app that uses monetary deposits to encourage focus. (iPhone/iPad app by Volodymyr Lisovyi.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stay-focused-countdown-timer/id1581256145 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Volodymyr Lisovyi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1497420593)
- Category: Productivity, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 10 MB
- Languages: English, French, Russian
- Released: 2021-09-20
- Data updated: 2026-06-04
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stay-focused-countdown-timer/id1581256145/reviews.md

## What is Stay Focused?

Stay Focused created with goal to help in staying focused and not be distracted by other things during chosen time. The motivation model is based on the most power human feeling of not losing something that belong to them. In the app it is coins.
It is much bigger motivation than getting a possible reward.

Choose the time, how much you want to stay focused and a price as a motivation not to lose if you give up. The app deposits this amount and returns if stayed focused. 

You can switch between apps till 1 minute and maximum 20 times.

Powerful, Styled, Works!


Terms of Use - https://tripexbud.com/terms-of-use-focused/
Privacy Policy - https://tripexbud.com/privacy-policy-focused/

## Key features

- Monetary motivation for focus
- Customizable focus duration
- Deposit and refund system
- Limited app switching
- Styled and powerful interface

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stay Focused 500 coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Stay Focused 1000 coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Stay Focused 2000 coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| Stay Focused 5000 coins | $49.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stay-focused-countdown-timer/id1581256145/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Helpful

*2023-03-20*

Just wish I could lock my phone too

## Frequently asked questions about Stay Focused

### How does Stay Focused motivate users?

Stay Focused uses a unique motivation model based on not losing something valuable. Users deposit a chosen amount of money as motivation. If they successfully stay focused for the set duration, the deposit is returned. If they give up, the money is lost.

### What are the limitations on switching apps in Stay Focused?

While using Stay Focused, users can switch between apps for a maximum of 1 minute. This switching is limited to a maximum of 20 times during a focus session.

### What is the pricing for Stay Focused?

Stay Focused is available for free. However, it does offer in-app purchases, which likely relate to the monetary deposits used for motivation.

### What devices is Stay Focused compatible with?

Stay Focused is designed for Apple devices and is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod.

### What is the age rating for Stay Focused?

Stay Focused has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is Stay Focused updated?

The latest version of Stay Focused is 1.2, which was last updated on October 31, 2021. This suggests a relatively infrequent update cycle.

### What is the user sentiment for Stay Focused?

Based on the available data, Stay Focused has a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from 1 rating, indicating very positive initial user reception.

### Does Stay Focused have ads?

No, Stay Focused does not contain advertisements. The application is free and does not display ads to users.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2021-10-31

Now it's easier! We've added helpful hints, rule explanations, and motivated quotes.

### 1.1 — 2021-10-24

More interaction, more engagement, more cool stuff.
We've added a marketplace where you can find interesting artefacts to make your app experience more fun.
Free coupons are waiting for you in the app.

### 1.0 — 2021-09-20

No release notes.

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All apps by Volodymyr Lisovyi: https://appshunter.io/developer/1497420593

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