# YPT vs Focus Tree

The clearest difference is ads: YPT at none against Focus Tree's shown. YPT also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks) and device support (4 vs 2). Focus Tree's advantage is review sentiment (68% vs 56%) and ratings volume (5.8K vs 1.8K). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. YPT sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Focus Tree 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 YPT against 4.7 for Focus Tree. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.8K and 5.8K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 56% of YPT's written reviews are positive against 68% of Focus Tree's.

YPT ships an update every 2 days, Focus Tree every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 13, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | YPT | Focus Tree |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ypt-study-group-and-timer/id1441909643/reviews)** | [4.7 (5.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-tree-timer-and-flashcards/id1631305261/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1.8K | **5.8K** |
| Positive reviews | 55.9% of reviews | **68.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 269 MB | 90 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [UnCheon Baek](https://appshunter.io/developer/1143037815) | [Focus Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1631305263) |

## What reviewers say

### YPT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ypt-study-group-and-timer/id1441909643)

This app helps users study together remotely by tracking study time, planning daily tasks, and creating study groups. It offers real-time rankings and visualizes study progress to keep users motivated.

**Highlights:** Study time tracking, Daily planner and to-do lists, Remote study groups, Real-time ranking, Visual study statistics, Background noise options

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| 100 flames | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Apps | $0.99 | one-time |
| 600 flames | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Motivating and competitive
- 👍 Comprehensive features (timer, planner, study groups)
- 🎨 Customizable themes and aesthetics
- 🔊 Helpful background noise options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches (freezing, crashing, time recording issues)
- ⏱️ Time zone issues for users outside of Korea
- 🔒 Restricted app access during study sessions

**Reported bugs**

- Timer not stopping when exiting the app
- Inconsistent time recording across devices
- Sudden language changes without user input
- Connectivity issues and server problems

**Requested features**

- Add ability to edit/remove specific study time entries
- Implement a desktop/web version of the app
- Allow more customization options for the calendar and planner
- Improve the allowed apps feature to work more reliably


### Focus Tree

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-tree-timer-and-flashcards/id1631305261)

This app helps students stay focused during study sessions by blocking distractions and offering study timers. It also features flashcards with spaced repetition and a unique social element where users grow virtual gardens together to stay motivated and accountable.

**Highlights:** Focus sessions with distraction blocking, Study timers and Pomodoro sessions, Spaced repetition flashcards, Shared virtual gardens with friends, Accountability through shared streaks, Progress tracking for better grades

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Focus Tree Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Focus Tree Premium | $69.99 | per year |
| Coin Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack ($9.99) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack ($19.99) | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helps with focus and productivity
- 👍 Cute and motivating design
- 🔒 Blocks distracting apps
- 💡 Competitive aspect with friends
- 🌱 Fun to build a garden

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App freezes or gets stuck
- 🔒 Overly restrictive app blocking
- 💰 Lack of customization options
- 🎁 Limited rewards for study sessions

**Reported bugs**

- App gets stuck on loading screen
- Notifications not working as expected
- Account recovery issues when changing devices
- Screen time feature not functioning properly

**Requested features**

- Allow pausing of study sessions
- Provide more tiles/rewards for longer study sessions
- Add option to choose different tile designs
- Improve compatibility with larger devices like iPads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is YPT free?

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

### Is Focus Tree free?

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

### Which has better reviews, YPT or Focus Tree?

YPT is rated higher. YPT averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.8K ratings, while Focus Tree averages 4.7 from 5.8K ratings.

### Do YPT or Focus Tree have ads?

Focus Tree shows ads; YPT does not.

### Which is updated more often, YPT or Focus Tree?

YPT ships an update every 2 days, and Focus Tree every 2 weeks. Most recently, YPT was updated on November 13, 2026 and Focus Tree on November 13, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*