# Focused Work vs FocusBeats

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Focused Work at 603 against FocusBeats's 1. Focused Work also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). FocusBeats's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and review sentiment (100% vs 85%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Focused Work sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and FocusBeats sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FocusBeats holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Focused Work has 603 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of Focused Work's written reviews are positive against 100% of FocusBeats's.

Focused Work ships an update weekly, FocusBeats every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focused Work | FocusBeats |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (603 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focused-work-pomodoro-timer/id1523968394/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusbeats-study-music-timer/id6477829138/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **603** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 84.9% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 155 MB | 220 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Michael Tigas](https://appshunter.io/developer/1364337001) | [Cihat Guenduez](https://appshunter.io/developer/556786619) |

## What reviewers say

### Focused Work

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focused-work-pomodoro-timer/id1523968394)

This app helps users improve focus and productivity through structured timed sessions. It offers customizable timers, goal setting, and distraction blocking to build healthy work habits.

**Highlights:** Customizable focus sessions, Pomodoro and Flowmodoro templates, Distraction blocking, Reflection and goal tracking, Statistics and charts, Live Activities and widgets

**Features:** Safari Extension, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Focused Work Pro (1 month) | $2.99 | per month |
| Focused Work Pro - Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Focused Work Pro (1 month) | $6.99 | per month |
| Focused Work Pro (1 year) | $19.99 | per year |
| Focused Work Pro - Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Focused Work Pro (1 year) | $39.99 | per year |
| Little Tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| Massive Tip | $19.99 | one-time |
| Focused Work Pro Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |
| Focused Work Pro Lifetime | $89.99 | one-time |
| Focused Work Pro Lifetime | $119.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 GAME CHANGER
- 👍 Good app
- 👍 Good Product
- 🚀 Phenomenal
- 👍 Great productivity app!

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Shouldn't be a subscription
- 🐛 Reminders are annoying
- 🔒 Stop nagging people for reviews
- 🔒 App for iwatch is still missing in 2025.
- 🔒 Could be an amazing timer

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Incompatible with older devices
- Stuck on a session: Gap time
- Desktop doesn't sync with phone

**Requested features**

- Need iwatch app
- Calendar integration?
- Dark mode option
- Advanced analytics dashboard


### FocusBeats

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusbeats-study-music-timer/id6477829138)

Enhance your work and study with a unique blend of focus-enhancing music and the Pomodoro technique. Choose from 25 themed playlists and customizable sessions to boost productivity and enjoyment.

**Highlights:** 25 unique music themes, Customizable Pomodoro sessions, Thematic audiovisual experience, Curated focus-enhancing playlists, Community theme suggestions, Automatic break notifications

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium (Monthly) | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium (Yearly) | $4.99 | per year |
| Premium (Lifetime) | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focused Work free?

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

### Is FocusBeats free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Focused Work or FocusBeats?

FocusBeats is rated higher. Focused Work averages 4.7 out of 5 from 603 ratings, while FocusBeats averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Focused Work or FocusBeats have ads?

Neither Focused Work nor FocusBeats shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Focused Work or FocusBeats?

Focused Work ships an update weekly, and FocusBeats every 2 weeks. Most recently, Focused Work was updated on October 7, 2026 and FocusBeats on September 22, 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.*