Comparison

Storyist 4 vs F.O.C.U.S.

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

Head to head
About

Storyist 4

This app provides a robust writing environment for authors and screenwriters. It allows for detailed story outlining, manuscript creation with rich text editing, and seamless revision on any device. Organize all your writing projects in one place for easy access and collaboration.

Highlights
  • Rich text editor with comments and images
  • Index card outlining and story sheets
  • Manuscript and screenplay formatting
  • Cloud storage and collaboration support
  • Import/export text and images
  • Support for various file formats
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Storyist is a powerful writing environment that lets you create, review, and revise your work wherever inspiration strikes. “If I could have only one screenwriting app on my iPad, Storyist would be it.” – Taz Goldstein, Hand Held Hollywood. “I'm currently traveling in Europe and am just now putting the finishing touches on the book that will be published in September. I'm using the Storyist app for my iPad Mini and it's sensational... a real godsend.” – Michael Brandman, Bestselling Author. With Storyist, you can: • Produce submission-ready manuscripts and screenplays. Storyist provides a rich text editor with support for comments, images, headers, footers, and style sheets so you can create properly formatted manuscripts and screenplays. And Storyist comes with manuscript and screenplay templates so you can focus on the writing, not the formatting. • Work with your story at a high level. Storyist lets you sketch out a story using index cards and then refine it with customizable plot, character, and setting sheets. When you're ready to put words on the page, Storyist can even display your index cards next to your manuscript as you write. • Review and revise on the go. Have a few minutes? Open Storyist and jot down a note, rewrite a few paragraphs, or annotate your manuscript with ideas for future changes. • Keep all your writing organized and accessible. Storyist organizes your novel manuscripts, screenplays, notes, and other project-related writing so you can access them with just a few taps. And the Files app support lets you store your projects where you want and edit them in place. Features at a Glance • Rich text editor with support for fonts, colors, comments, images, headers, footers, and style sheets. • Files interface with the ability to collaborate with other writers, browse version history, and sync with your favorite cloud storage service. • Automatic manuscript and screenplay formatting with familiar tab and return key shortcuts. • Color-coded index cards. • Customizable story sheets. • Easy import and export of text and images. • Support for Storyist for Mac, RTF, Plain Text, Fountain, and Final Draft FDX files. • Ability to export text files as PDF. • Wireless printing with AirPrint. • Courier Prime font for screenplays. Try Storyist 4 for free for 14 days. After the trial period ends, you can purchase Storyist 4 to continue using the editing features or use the app in reader mode for free. Upgrade pricing is available for customers who purchased Storyist 3 for iOS. No subscription required.

About

F.O.C.U.S.

Features
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Welcome to FocusApp, the streamlined solution designed to bring clarity and control to your projects and daily tasks. Whether you're juggling work assignments, personal goals, or academic projects, FocusApp provides an intuitive platform to keep everything organized and on track. Key Features to Power Your Productivity: Effortless Project Creation: Start new projects in seconds. Give them a name, add a detailed description, and set a clear end date. Dynamic Task Management: Break down large projects into manageable tasks. Assign due dates, delegate tasks to specific team members, and track progress with customizable statuses (To-Do, In Progress, Done). Visual Progress Tracking: Quickly see where each task stands, helping you identify bottlenecks and celebrate successes. Rich Attachments (Coming Soon!): Attach important files, documents, or even photos from your camera or library directly to your tasks for quick reference. (You can update this once the camera feature is implemented and tested!) Intuitive Editing: Easily update project details and task information with a quick tap or long-press, ensuring your plans are always current. Clean & Simple Interface: FocusApp is designed for clarity. Its minimalist interface helps you focus on what matters most, without unnecessary distractions. Where to Use the FocusApp In a Classroom/Lecture Hall: - Professor/Lecturer: Capturing key concepts, definitions, examples, and instructions. - Classmates: Notes on discussions, group work, or questions asked. In a Meeting/Conference: - Presenter/Speaker: Main points, action items, decisions, and follow-ups. - Colleagues/Team Members: Contributions to discussions, assigned tasks, or perspectives. During a Brainstorming Session: - Collaborators: Ideas generated, connections between ideas, and potential solutions. In a One-on-One Conversation: - Friend/Mentor/Client: Key takeaways, advice, personal details (if relevant for remembering), or actionable insights. When Consuming Media: - Author/Filmmaker/Podcaster: Themes, arguments, specific facts, or emotional responses to a book, movie, or podcast. Observing an Event/Process Why Choose FocusApp? Stay Organized: Keep all your project-related information, tasks, and attachments in one central, accessible place. Boost Productivity: Clear goals and visible progress empower you to work more efficiently and effectively. Achieve More: From personal ambitions to professional milestones, FocusApp helps you transform plans into accomplishments. User-Friendly Design: Get started immediately with an app that's built for intuitive navigation and quick updates. Stop feeling overwhelmed and start taking control. Download FocusApp today and bring focus to your projects!

Screenshots

Storyist 44 screens
F.O.C.U.S.4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: F.O.C.U.S. at none against Storyist 4's 3. F.O.C.U.S. also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Storyist 4 sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. F.O.C.U.S. asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Storyist 4 ships an update every 4 months, F.O.C.U.S. every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Storyist 4 versus F.O.C.U.S.: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStoryist 4F.O.C.U.S.
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (394 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews44.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings394 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStoryist SoftwareJustin Green (US)

Bugs and requests

Storyist 4

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • Files and projects mysteriously disappear
  • App crashes when opening manuscripts
  • Freezing during typing sessions
  • Auto-capitalization in middle of sentences
  • Spell-check suggestions showing duplicate words
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  • Index cards losing color after updates
  • Styles vanishing when edited on iOS
  • Text disappearing from documents while outline remains
  • Dropbox connection failures and blank file displays
  • Split-screen zoom focusing on wrong area
  • Font selection list not loading
  • Restore Purchases prompt appearing repeatedly
  • Export formatting issues with dark theme

Requested features

11 requests
  • Footnotes and endnotes support
  • Word and Pages format export compatibility
  • Better backup system with cloud storage
  • Folder tree navigation on mobile
  • Non-fiction templates with query tracking
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  • Improved dark mode customization
  • Cursor support for iPad
  • Section-level export functionality
  • German language localization
  • Extended keyboard shortcuts preservation
  • Better page number formatting options

F.O.C.U.S.

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Storyist 4

One-time3
  • Free TrialFree
  • Storyist 4 Upgrade$9.99
  • Storyist 4$19.99
None

F.O.C.U.S.

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Storyist 4 free?
Storyist 4 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is F.O.C.U.S. free?
F.O.C.U.S. is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Storyist 4 or F.O.C.U.S. have ads?
Neither Storyist 4 nor F.O.C.U.S. shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Storyist 4 or F.O.C.U.S.?
Storyist 4 ships an update every 4 months, and F.O.C.U.S. every 2 months. Most recently, Storyist 4 was updated on October 29, 2026 and F.O.C.U.S. on October 25, 2026.

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