# Focus Lock vs Focus Traveller

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Focus Traveller at 86% against Focus Lock's 23%. Focus Traveller also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (3.9K vs 290). Focus Lock's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Focus Lock sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Focus Traveller sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Focus Traveller holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Focus Traveller has 3.9K ratings behind it against 290, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 23% of Focus Lock's written reviews are positive against 86% of Focus Traveller's.

Focus Lock ships an update every 2 weeks, Focus Traveller every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 17, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus Lock | Focus Traveller |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (290 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-lock-screen-time-limit/id1494966346/reviews) | **[4.9 (3.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-traveller-flow-timer/id1559730367/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 290 | **3.9K** |
| Positive reviews | 22.8% of reviews | **85.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 67 MB | 571 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.2 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Flipd Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1719329275) | [WEI JEN CHEN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1559730369) |

## What reviewers say

### Focus Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-lock-screen-time-limit/id1494966346)

This app helps you limit screen time and block distracting applications to improve focus and productivity. It allows you to set schedules, block specific apps, and track your progress towards reducing digital distractions.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps, Limit screen time, Set automatic schedules, Digital detox without deleting apps, Track weekly progress, Save session shortcuts

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| The Success Bundle | $12.49 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $24.99 | per year |
| Yearly subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription - 3 days free | $59.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription - 7 days free | $59.99 | per year |
| The Success Bundle | $87.99 | per year |
| Focus Lock Premium Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helps with focus and productivity
- 🔒 Effective at blocking distracting apps
- 👍 Useful for studying and work
- 💡 Customizable lock durations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Apps don't return to original order
- 🐛 Inconsistent app locking functionality
- 🐛 Resets notification settings
- 💰 Expensive subscription model

**Reported bugs**

- Apps not returning after lock duration
- Inability to unlock or reactivate apps
- Frequent crashes or glitches

**Requested features**

- Allow selective app locking
- Provide scheduling options for automatic locks
- Improve app organization after lock ends


### Focus Traveller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-traveller-flow-timer/id1559730367)

This app helps users stay focused during work or study sessions by using a gamified timer. Users can collaborate with friends in real-time, track their progress, and enjoy immersive environments and curated audio to enhance concentration.

**Highlights:** Gamified focus timer, Collaborative study groups, Progress tracking, Customizable audio, Home screen widgets, Immersive environments, Multitask friendly mode

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Focus Traveller Pro Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Focus Traveller Pro Yearly | $7.99 | per year |
| Focus Traveller Pro Yearly | $7.99 | per year |
| Seal | $0.99 | one-time |
| Fox | $0.99 | one-time |
| Corgi | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bear | $1.99 | one-time |
| Tiger | $1.99 | one-time |
| Caty | $1.99 | one-time |
| Life Time Access | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Calming and relaxing visuals
- 🚀 Helps with focus and productivity
- 💡 Unique concept of a hiking journey
- 👍 Customizable characters
- 👍 Ability to connect to music apps

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Issues with data/time tracking
- 🔋 Drains battery when screen is on
- 🔒 Lack of cross-device sync
- 👎 Expensive premium features

**Reported bugs**

- Random data resets
- Inconsistent time tracking
- Landscape mode issues

**Requested features**

- Add pomodoro timer functionality
- Introduce more background options
- Allow manual time entry/editing
- Implement Lock Screen widget
- Add ability to block distracting apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focus Lock free?

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

### Is Focus Traveller free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Focus Lock or Focus Traveller?

Focus Traveller is rated higher. Focus Lock averages 4.3 out of 5 from 290 ratings, while Focus Traveller averages 4.9 from 3.9K ratings.

### Do Focus Lock or Focus Traveller have ads?

Neither Focus Lock nor Focus Traveller shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Focus Lock or Focus Traveller?

Focus Lock ships an update every 2 weeks, and Focus Traveller every 2 months. Most recently, Focus Lock was updated on October 17, 2026 and Focus Traveller on October 17, 2026.

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