Comparison

FocusCommit vs Focus Now

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

Head to head
About

FocusCommit

This app combines the Pomodoro Technique with task management to enhance focus and combat procrastination. It offers features like Kanban boards, white noise, and analytics to help users manage their workflow and track progress effectively.

Highlights
  • Pomodoro Technique timer
  • Kanban boards for task visualization
  • Smart sync with Google Tasks/Microsoft To-Do
  • White noise for concentration
  • Focus session analytics
  • Customizable work/break intervals
  • Live Activities on Lock Screen/Dynamic Island
Read full description

FocusCommit is your all-in-one focus timer and productivity app designed to help you beat procrastination, manage ADHD, and stay concentrated. Whether you're a student preparing for exams, a professional tackling deadlines, someone managing ADHD, or anyone looking to boost productivity — FocusCommit combines the proven Pomodoro Technique with powerful task management. **More Than Just a Timer** Unlike basic timer apps, FocusCommit integrates professional project management with focus-enhancing features: • **Kanban Boards** — Visualize your workflow and organize tasks effortlessly • **Smart Sync** — Connect with Google Tasks and Microsoft To-Do • **White Noise** — Ambient sounds to enhance concentration • **Analytics** — Track your focus sessions and measure progress • **Customizable Intervals** — Adjust work and break durations to fit your style • **Live Activities** — See your timer on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island **Perfect For** • Students needing a study timer for effective learning • Professionals managing work intervals and deadlines • People with ADHD seeking structured focus sessions • Remote workers maintaining concentration at home • Anyone fighting procrastination **How It Works** 1. Add your tasks and organize them on the Kanban board 2. Start a focus session with the Pomodoro timer 3. Take timed breaks to recharge 4. Track your progress with detailed analytics 5. Sync across devices and stay organized Download FocusCommit and transform the way you work and study. --- Pomodoro Technique® and Pomodoro® are registered trademarks of Francesco Cirillo. This app is not affiliated with Francesco Cirillo.

About

Focus Now

This app helps you focus and build lasting habits with a customizable Pomodoro timer. It offers AI-powered insights, calming sounds, and goal tracking to enhance productivity for work and study.

Highlights
  • Customizable Pomodoro sessions
  • AI-powered focus insights
  • Background music and calming sounds
  • Personal focus goals and progress tracking
  • App and website blocking
  • Detailed statistics and templates
Features
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Focus Now – Pomodoro Timer for Work and Study Focus smarter, stay consistent, and build lasting focus habits. The clean, intuitive Pomodoro timer that helps you study, work, and grow without distractions. Highlights: • Customizable Pomodoro sessions • Streaks and badges for motivation • AI-powered focus insights • Background music and calming sounds • Personal focus goals and progress tracking • App and website blocking • Detailed statistics and templates Focus Now is the ultimate Pomodoro timer, focus timer, and study timer app. Whether you want to concentrate while studying, stay productive at work, or create healthy daily routines, Focus Now helps you manage time, improve concentration, and build momentum through personalized focus sessions. Built on the proven Pomodoro Technique, Focus Now keeps you in deep focus while preventing burnout through regular breaks. It’s perfect for study, work, or mindful routines like journaling, reading, or meditation. The app combines focus, structure, and flexibility. Its clean, modern design and improved onboarding make it effortless to start and stay consistent. Set focus goals, track your progress, and stay motivated with streaks and badges that reward every session. Create your ideal work atmosphere with background music and alert sounds, and use AI-powered insights to discover what helps you focus best. With templates, you can easily switch between work, study, and wellness setups — so your routine is always ready when you are. Focus Now adapts to your rhythm, helping you find balance between productivity and recovery. How the Pomodoro Technique Works The Pomodoro Method is a simple but powerful time management system: • 25 minutes of focused work • 5 minutes of short rest • After 4 sessions: a longer 15–30 minute break This rhythm keeps your mind sharp, strengthens focus, and makes productivity sustainable — whether preparing for exams, working remotely, or reducing distractions. Why Choose Focus Now Focus Now is more than just another Pomodoro timer. It’s your complete focus companion — fully customizable and designed to fit your goals. Perfect for: • Students who need a reliable study timer for exams and assignments • Professionals who want to apply deep-work methods for better productivity • People with ADHD who benefit from structured focus sessions • Anyone building habits like mindfulness, journaling, or reading Focus Now combines Pomodoro timer, study timer, and productivity timer in one clean, modern app. Join thousands of users improving their focus, consistency, and well-being every day. Download Focus Now and experience how effortless deep work can feel. Website: https://focus-now.app Terms of Use: https://focus-now.app/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://focus-now.app/privacy Support: contact@focus-now.app

Screenshots

FocusCommit3 screens
Focus Now4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Focus Now at 100% against FocusCommit's 50%. Focus Now also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.1). FocusCommit's advantage is ratings volume (19 vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. FocusCommit sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Focus Now sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Focus Now holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FocusCommit has 19 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of FocusCommit's written reviews are positive against 100% of Focus Now's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FocusCommit ships an update every 3 weeks, Focus Now every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
FocusCommit versus Focus Now: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocusCommitFocus Now
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (19 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings19 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.115.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB94 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperInnoBeeFERDINAND VALENTIN OBERMEIER

Customer experience

FocusCommit

All ratings17 ratings
Positive76.5%
Neutral5.9%
Negative17.6%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral16.7%
Negative33.3%

Focus Now

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

FocusCommit

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$1.991 Month
One-time3
  • Monthly$0.99
  • Yearly subscription$8.99
  • Focus, Commit Lifetime Deal$29.99
5 purchases

Focus Now

Subscriptions4
  • Focus Now Pro - Monthly7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Focus Now Pro - Weekly$0.997 Days
  • Focus Now Pro - Annual3 Days trial$6.991 Year
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  • Focus Now Pro - Annual7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Focus Now Pro - Lifetime$27.99

Questions

Is FocusCommit free?
FocusCommit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Focus Now free?
Focus Now is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FocusCommit or Focus Now?
Focus Now is rated higher. FocusCommit averages 4.1 out of 5 from 19 ratings, while Focus Now averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do FocusCommit or Focus Now have ads?
Neither FocusCommit nor Focus Now shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FocusCommit or Focus Now?
FocusCommit ships an update every 3 weeks, and Focus Now every 2 weeks. Most recently, FocusCommit was updated on September 21, 2026 and Focus Now on September 18, 2026.

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