# Focus Traveller vs Study Bud

The clearest difference is rating: Focus Traveller at 4.9 against Study Bud's 3.7. Focus Traveller also leads on ratings volume (3.9K vs 3). Study Bud's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 16.2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Focus Traveller sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Study Bud asks for nothing beyond the download.

Focus Traveller holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Focus Traveller has 3.9K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus Traveller | Study Bud |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (3.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-traveller-flow-timer/id1559730367/reviews)** | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/study-bud-studying-made-fun/id1565302036/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.9K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 85.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 571 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.2 | **12.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [WEI JEN CHEN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1559730369) | [Gautam Prothia](https://appshunter.io/developer/1502176333) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Study Bud

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/study-bud-studying-made-fun/id1565302036)

This app helps combat procrastination by providing a customizable virtual study companion. Set study timers and enjoy motivational animations and quotes to stay focused and productive.

**Highlights:** Customizable study buddy character, Timed study sessions, Motivational animations, Inspiring quotes, Procrastination reduction

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focus Traveller free?

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

### Is Study Bud free?

Study Bud is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Focus Traveller or Study Bud?

Focus Traveller is rated higher. Focus Traveller averages 4.9 out of 5 from 3.9K ratings, while Study Bud averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do Focus Traveller or Study Bud have ads?

Neither Focus Traveller nor Study Bud shows ads.

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