# Focus Dog vs Focus Buddy, ADHD Focus Timer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Focus Dog at 917 against Focus Buddy, ADHD Focus Timer's 9. Focus Dog also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Focus Dog sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Focus Buddy, ADHD Focus Timer sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Focus Dog against 4.8 for Focus Buddy, ADHD Focus Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Focus Dog has 917 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Focus Dog ships an update fortnightly, Focus Buddy, ADHD Focus Timer every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus Dog | Focus Buddy, ADHD Focus Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (917 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-dog-study-pet-pomodoro/id1179111193/reviews) | **[4.8 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-buddy-adhd-focus-timer/id6751362377/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **917** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 84.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 85 MB | 182 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 16.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fancy Ventures UG (haftungsbeschraenkt)](https://appshunter.io/developer/957193787) | [Maxim Rusakovic](https://appshunter.io/developer/1814407309) |

## What reviewers say

### Focus Dog

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-dog-study-pet-pomodoro/id1179111193)

This gamified productivity app helps you build focus and reduce screen time by rewarding you for staying on task. Earn virtual currency to feed your digital dog, unlock new features, and even donate to real animal shelters.

**Highlights:** Gamified focus challenges, Virtual dog feeding for rewards, Time tracking and statistics, Unlockable recipes and customizations, Donations to real animal shelters, Pomodoro timer for focused work

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Donut Dog Pro + Monthly Coffee | $4.99 | per month |
| Donut Dog Pro | $1.99 | one-time |
| Donut Dog Pro | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Gem Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Donut Dog Pro + Coffee Support | $5.99 | one-time |
| Donut Dog Pro | $13.99 | one-time |
| Donut Dog PRO | $16.99 | one-time |
| Donut Dog Pro | $19.99 | one-time |
| Donut Dog Pro + Coffee Support | $29.99 | one-time |
| Donut Dog Pro + Coffee Support | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helps with focus and productivity
- 👍 Cute and motivating design
- 💕 Supports real-world dog charity
- 🎉 Fun and engaging experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs causing lost progress and login issues
- 🔒 Paid features required for full functionality
- 🕰️ Timer continues even when app is closed
- 🤔 Unclear upgrade and donut collection mechanics

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Login and password reset issues
- Disappearing progress and paid features

**Requested features**

- More customization options for the dog
- Detailed activity tracking and statistics
- Break timer and idle mode features
- Ability to choose different animal characters


### Focus Buddy, ADHD Focus Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-buddy-adhd-focus-timer/id6751362377)

This app pairs you with a shy artist companion to help you overcome procrastination and distraction. Work together to transform an empty studio into a thriving creative space, making progress visible and rewarding.

**Highlights:** Artist companion for focus sessions, Transforming a virtual studio, Earning rewards for focus, Building motivation through connection, Visual progress tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Focus Buddy | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Focus Buddy Yearly | $99.99 | per year |
| Windows - Beginner - Glitter Frame | $0.29 | one-time |
| Posters - Beginner - Classic Movies | $0.29 | one-time |
| Hobby - Beginner - Pastel Plants | $0.49 | one-time |
| Desks - Beginner- Crystal Workspace | $0.49 | one-time |
| Corner - Beginner - Glitter Plant | $0.49 | one-time |
| Posters- Beginner- Pastel Superhero | $0.49 | one-time |
| Boards - Beginner - Pastel Tasks | $0.49 | one-time |
| Windows - Beginner - Rainbow Blinds | $0.49 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focus Dog free?

Focus Dog is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Focus Buddy, ADHD Focus Timer free?

Focus Buddy, ADHD Focus Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Focus Dog or Focus Buddy, ADHD Focus Timer?

Focus Buddy, ADHD Focus Timer is rated higher. Focus Dog averages 4.7 out of 5 from 917 ratings, while Focus Buddy, ADHD Focus Timer averages 4.8 from 9 ratings.

### Do Focus Dog or Focus Buddy, ADHD Focus Timer have ads?

Neither Focus Dog nor Focus Buddy, ADHD Focus Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Focus Dog or Focus Buddy, ADHD Focus Timer?

Focus Dog ships an update fortnightly, and Focus Buddy, ADHD Focus Timer every 6 weeks. Most recently, Focus Dog was updated on November 2, 2026 and Focus Buddy, ADHD Focus Timer on October 30, 2026.

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