Comparison

SFU Vault vs Flow

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SFU Vault

This app provides secure, locally-hosted file storage for Simon Fraser University members. It offers cloud-like sync and sharing capabilities while adhering to privacy laws. Access your SFU-related data from multiple devices with peace of mind.

Highlights
  • Locally-hosted file storage
  • File sync and share
  • Secure data storage
  • Multi-device sync
  • Compliance with privacy laws
  • Web access
Features
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The SFU Vault app allows any Simon Fraser University member with an active SFU Computing ID to use the SFU Vault file sync and share space based on SFU's ownCloud Enterprise deployment. Files uploaded to SFU Vault are stored in the SFU Data Centre, ensuring that your SFU-related data is secure and your use of this space is compliant with the British Columbia Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) laws related to the use of online services. SFU Vault is the preferred file storage space for members of SFU who need "cloud" and multi-device sync capabilities but who cannot use commercial/alternative services due to BC FIPPA concerns. Log in with your SFU Computing ID and password. SFU Vault is also accessible on the web at https://vault.sfu.ca.

About

Flow

Enhance concentration and productivity with a scientifically proven method that divides work into timed intervals with breaks. Block distractions, track progress, and sync with calendars for a more focused workflow.

Highlights
  • Pomodoro timer with work/break intervals
  • App and web blocking
  • Statistics tracking
  • Calendar and Health sync
  • Customizable durations
  • Inspirational quotes
  • Metronome
Features
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Join hundreds of thousands of happy users who enjoy this simple way to stay focused and productive. Use Flow to get things done. Flow is a tiny but mighty app that helps you work on a task, study for school or simply stay focused without being distracted for a certain amount of time. Flow divides your workflow into sections with defined breaks, making it easy to stay focused. This method has been scientifically proven to be an effective way to increase your concentration and motivation while reducing your stress levels. The use of a Pomodoro timer can be a huge boost to your productivity. Use Flow to ... ... concentrate ... work on a task ... study for school ... code all night ... work from home Benefits of this technique • Improved focus and motivation • Increased productivity • Less stress and better health • Better management of interruptions Features • Pomodoro timer with work intervals and breaks • Statistics to keep track of your completed sessions • Notifications to remind you of short breaks • App and web blocking to combat distractions • Commitment mode for self-control • Inspirational quotes for motivation • Metronome for deep focus • Multiple duration options • Custom session title • Apple Calendar sync • Apple Health sync • iCloud sync of stats • Home & Lock Screen Widgets • Support for Live Activities & Dynamic Island YOU MATTER TO US We want to make Flow even better! Please give us your honest feedback in order to help us fix bugs and improve the app. We will regularly update Flow based on your feedback. Thank you! ABOUT US Yugen is a small independent developer studio based in Frankfurt, Germany. Our team is devoted to making great apps that we want to use ourselves. We strive to create products that help people in their everyday life with intuitive user experiences and minimalistic design. QUESTIONS? If you have any questions or problems, feel free to email us. We provide awesome support and love to help! www.flow.app support@flow.app Twitter: flow__app Facebook: flowapp.info Instagram: flowapp.info FLOW PRO Subscriptions will automatically renew unless canceled within 24-hours before the end of the current period through your Apple account. For more information, see our Terms of Use at https://www.flow.app/legal and Apple's Terms of Use (EULA) at https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/.

Screenshots

SFU Vault4 screens
Flow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Flow at 86% against SFU Vault's 0%. Flow also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (1.8K vs 1). SFU Vault's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Flow sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. SFU Vault asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Flow holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flow has 1.8K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of SFU Vault's written reviews are positive against 86% of Flow's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SFU Vault ships an update every 4 months, Flow every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on November 2, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
SFU Vault versus Flow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSFU VaultFlow
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.8 (1.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews86.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings11.8K — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB86 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSimon Fraser UniversityYugen GmbH

Customer experience

SFU Vault

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Flow

All ratings1,766 ratings
Positive94.4%
Neutral2.6%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews590 reviews
Positive86.1%
Neutral4.9%
Negative9.0%

Bugs and requests

SFU Vault

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Flow

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Live activity feature not working consistently
  • Timer not recording sessions accurately
  • App blocking functionality not working as expected
  • Crashes and freezes on certain macOS versions

Requested features

6 requests
  • Allow custom work and break durations
  • Add option to pause and resume flow sessions
  • Implement real-time sync across devices
  • Provide more detailed productivity tracking and reporting
  • Include an Apple Watch app with complication support
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  • Add ability to block notifications from certain apps during flows

In-app purchases

None

SFU Vault

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Flow

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Plan14 Days trial$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro Access$39.99

Questions

Is SFU Vault free?
SFU Vault is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Flow free?
Flow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SFU Vault or Flow?
Flow is rated higher. SFU Vault averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Flow averages 4.8 from 1.8K ratings.
Do SFU Vault or Flow have ads?
Neither SFU Vault nor Flow shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SFU Vault or Flow?
SFU Vault ships an update every 4 months, and Flow every 4 weeks. Most recently, SFU Vault was updated on November 2, 2026 and Flow on November 2, 2026.

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