Comparison

FLIP vs Focus with Study Timer

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

Head to head
About

FLIP

This app helps improve study habits by accurately measuring focus time. It offers features like global study groups, real-time study tracking, and detailed statistics to enhance concentration and productivity.

Highlights
  • Accurate time measurement by flipping phone
  • Focus level measurement
  • Global study groups (FLIP ZONE)
  • Real-time study tracking (LIVE)
  • Study time statistics and reports
  • D-day countdown for goals
Features
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***Best study time management app recognized by users*** ***FLIP can improve your study habits in a short period!*** Flip your phone over to measure your study time! Need to Focus? Get FLIP now! If you can't pay attention to your study, read, or work, use FLIP! Focus level measure timer, FLIP! ■ Global Study Group : FLIP ZONE ■ You can meet study mates from all over the world! Make friends and achieve your dream goal together! - Does your smartphone disturb your study? Don't worry! With 'FLIP', make your own study goal and level up your focus. - Accurate Time Measurement You can measure your study time accurately by flipping your phone over. - Do you want to know your Focus Level? Studying long hours doesn't mean you have good concentration! FLIP improves your concentration. - Real-time study : LIVE! How many people are studying now? Check out Live from measuring screen! You can see who's studying in real time! - Easy sharing of SNS Organize your study time in dail, weekly, or monthly, and share on Facebook, Instagram and others with just one button! - School Ranking Register school in your profile, and check out the ranking of your school! - Statistics Check your weekly and monthly study time as well as today's. - Timeline The timeline shows you the goals you've measured today in chronological order. - Timetable Use the Timetable to automatically summarize today's measured goals! You can see all of today's measured goals at a glance. - Daily Report FLIP shows you the details of your daily study. - D-day Set your D-Day! You can see easily how many days are left before your due date. - Study Schedule Register your school timetable or your own study rountine! - Global board; The FLIP TALK! Talk with friends around the globe; You can share your stories, encourage each other, and study together! **FLIP Premium Service Ugrade** - All functions unlimited (goals, groups, to-do lists, d-days, study schedules, themes, etc.) - Timetable - Weekly/Monthly Report - Backup/Restore Note: If you subscribe via Apple, payment will be charged to App Store Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the rate of the selected plan. Subscriptions and auto-renewal may be managed by going to Account Settings after purchase. Subscription Price(Based on USD) : Monthly ($0.99) / 6 Months ($4.99) / Yearly ($8.99) EULA : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms and Conditions : https://www.flipfocus.co.kr/etc/termsOfUse_EN.html?OSType=I Privacy Policy : https://www.flipfocus.co.kr/etc/privacy_EN.html FLIP uses pomodoro techniques, and determine the focus level according to the number of breaks compared to the focus duration. When you need to focus on something, turn on the FLIP and flip your phone over! Use FLIP to make smart phone even more useful. -------------------- Contact Support - [ FLIP > More > Help > Contact Support ] - Email : support@rinasoft.co.kr

About

Focus with Study Timer

Features
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Can't concentrate? Keep reaching for your phone? Introducing the concentration timer, just for you! The 'Study Timer for Concentration App' is a new concentration support app that combines the scientifically proven concentration method, the "Pomodoro Technique," with soothing "ambient sounds (BGM)." Gazing at the beautiful timer, enveloped in comfortable sounds, your usual study or work is sure to transform into a special time. A special experience for you A design that's a joy to watch No more boring timers! A stylish design and animations will spark your motivation. Create your own "concentration space" Features a wide variety of BGM to choose from according to your mood, such as "the sound of rain," "a crackling fire," and "cafe music." Shut out ambient noise and concentrate deeply and calmly. Tackle tasks like a game The "concentration + break" cycle eliminates procrastination! Even large tasks can be tackled swiftly, as if you're clearing a game. It's simple, but packed with clever features to help you "keep going," which is the most important thing. Come on, achieve "peak concentration" while having fun with this app! Download now and meet a new you! Subscribers can freely select sound effects, BGM, and more. This is an auto-renewing subscription. Monthly Subscription $0.99 per month Annual Subscription $6.99 per year Terms of Service https://www.sparkleand.store/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy https://www.sparkleand.store/vr-privacy-policy

Screenshots

FLIP4 screens
Focus with Study Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: FLIP at fortnightly against Focus with Study Timer's every 4 months. FLIP also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. FLIP sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month and Focus with Study Timer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FLIP ships an update fortnightly, Focus with Study Timer every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
FLIP versus Focus with Study Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFLIPFocus with Study Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (894 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings894 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size146 MB71 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRinasoft Inc.SPARKLE AND, K.K.

Bugs and requests

FLIP

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Ranking and leaderboard data not updating properly
  • Study time not being saved or recorded accurately
  • Language settings not working as expected

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add more customization options for themes and layouts
  • Improve the user interface and navigation
  • Implement an Apple Watch app for easier tracking
  • Allow more flexibility in setting and editing study goals

Focus with Study Timer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

FLIP

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Premium Membership14 Days trial$2.001 Month
  • 6 Months Premium Membership14 Days trial$10.006 Months
  • Yearly Premium Membership14 Days trial$18.001 Year
One-time7
  • Premium Service - 1Month$1.99
  • Charging 2500 points$1.99
  • Premium Service - 3Months$4.99
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  • Charging 5900 points$4.99
  • Premium Service - 6 Months$7.99
  • Premium Service - 12 Months$14.99
  • Charging 20000 points$15.99
2 purchases

Focus with Study Timer

Subscriptions2
  • MonthlySubscription$3.991 Month
  • Annual subscription$6.991 Year

Questions

Is FLIP free?
FLIP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Focus with Study Timer free?
Focus with Study Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FLIP or Focus with Study Timer have ads?
Both FLIP and Focus with Study Timer show ads.
Which is updated more often, FLIP or Focus with Study Timer?
FLIP ships an update fortnightly, and Focus with Study Timer every 4 months. Most recently, FLIP was updated on September 20, 2026 and Focus with Study Timer on September 14, 2026.

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