# Focus vs Self

The clearest difference is monetization model: Self at free with in-app purchases against Focus's subscription. Self also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). Focus's advantage is review sentiment (93% vs 67%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Focus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Self sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Focus ships an update every 6 weeks, Self fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus | Self |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus/id1567181189/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1** | — |
| Positive reviews | **93.0% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 56 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Focus meditation](https://appshunter.io/developer/1567181191) | [Kazakov O. A., IP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1623674882) |

## What reviewers say

### Focus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus/id1567181189)

This app offers guided meditations, sleep stories, relaxing music, and breathing exercises to reduce stress, improve sleep, and promote mindfulness. It helps users calm their thoughts, manage anxiety, and achieve inner balance through daily practices.

**Highlights:** Guided meditations for sleep and anxiety, Sleep stories and relaxing music, Breathing exercises for stress relief, Daily affirmations for positive thinking, Nature sounds and white noise, Progress tracking and habit building

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| One month | $4.99 | per month |
| One year | $27.99 | per year |
| 1 month | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1 year | $27.99 | one-time |


### Self

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/self-coding/id1658814924)

This app uses neuro-guided meditations to help you manage emotions, reduce stress, and improve focus. It offers tools for both immediate relief and long-term personal development, aiming to enhance overall life quality.

**Highlights:** Neuro-guided meditations, Emotional state management, Stress reduction, Improved focus and concentration, Personal development tools, Life quality enhancement

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Self-coding премиум | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Self-coding премиум | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| 1-Month, 3 Days Free Trial | $5.99 | per month |
| 1-Month Plan | $5.99 | per month |
| 1-Month Plan | $6.99 | per month |
| 1-Month, 3 Days Free Trial | $7.99 | per month |
| 6-Month Plan | $20.99 | per 6 months |
| 6-Month, 3 Days Free Trial | $20.99 | per 6 months |
| 6-Month Plan | $24.99 | per 6 months |
| 6-Month, 3 Days Free Trial | $24.99 | per 6 months |
| 1-Year Plan, 7 Days Free Trial | $29.99 | per year |
| 1-Year Plan | $29.99 | per year |
| Self-Сoding Premium | $34.99 | per year |
| 1-Year Plan, 7 Days Free Trial | $34.99 | per year |
| 1-Year Plan | $34.99 | per year |
| 6-Month, 3 Days Free Trial | $45.99 | per 6 months |
| 6-Month Plan | $45.99 | per 6 months |
| 6-Month, 3 Days Free Trial | $50.99 | per 6 months |
| 6-Month Plan | $50.99 | per 6 months |
| 1-Year Plan | $66.99 | per year |
| 1-Year Plan, 7 Days Free Trial | $73.99 | per year |
| 1-Year Plan | $73.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focus free?

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

### Is Self free?

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

### Do Focus or Self have ads?

Neither Focus nor Self shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Focus or Self?

Focus ships an update every 6 weeks, and Self fortnightly. Most recently, Focus was updated on September 22, 2026 and Self on September 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.*