# Blank Spaces Launcher vs FocusAir

The clearest difference is monetization model: FocusAir at freemium against Blank Spaces Launcher's subscription. FocusAir also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Blank Spaces Launcher's advantage is ratings volume (8.6K vs 1) and chart position (#109 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Blank Spaces Launcher sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and FocusAir sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FocusAir holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Blank Spaces Launcher has 8.6K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Blank Spaces Launcher | FocusAir |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (8.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blank-spaces-launcher/id1570856853/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusair-deep-focus-timer/id6756526902/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8.6K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 27.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Best chart rank | **#109** | — |
| Size | 164 MB | 74 MB |
| Requires iOS | **18.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ecstasis LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1543620595) | [Yan Smaliak](https://appshunter.io/developer/1768964813) |

## What reviewers say

### Blank Spaces Launcher

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blank-spaces-launcher/id1570856853)

**Currently charting:** #109 Top Grossing · Productivity, #124 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

This app transforms your smartphone into a minimalist tool by decluttering your home screen. It removes distracting badges and icons, allowing you to focus on essential apps and regain control of your attention. Designed for simplicity and privacy, it helps you use your phone intentionally.

**Highlights:** Simplified home screen widget, Mutes badges and app icons, Focus on essential apps, Intuitive and easy to use, Privacy-focused design, 7-day free trial

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan | $7.99 | per month |
| 12 Months | $17.99 | per year |
| Special Offer (1 Year) | $18.99 | per year |
| Yearly Plan | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly Plan | $24.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Subscription (Reward) | Free | one-time |
| Blank Lifetime Subscription | $11.99 | one-time |
| Blank Lifetime Subscription | $23.99 | one-time |
| Blank Lifetime Subscription | $24.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plan | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plan | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Reduced screen time and digital distractions
- 👍 Minimalist and clean home screen design
- 🔒 Helps with digital detox and focus
- 💡 Useful for college students and those with ADHD
- 👍 Customizable widgets and backgrounds

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy performance and glitches
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🤔 Confusing setup process
- 🔍 Limited app support and integration
- 🕰️ Slow app opening times

**Reported bugs**

- Widgets not showing up or disappearing
- Inconsistent behavior when adding/removing apps
- Shortcuts not working as expected
- Wallpaper customization issues
- App crashing or freezing during setup

**Requested features**

- Add more supported apps, including default iOS apps
- Allow custom shortcuts without going through Shortcuts app
- Improve widget customization options
- Provide a free or one-time purchase version
- Add ability to rename app labels in widgets


### FocusAir

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusair-deep-focus-timer/id6756526902)

Transform focus time into an engaging flight game. Block distractions, set destinations, and earn rewards as your virtual plane travels a real map. Track progress, unlock new aircraft, and build a streak of productive sessions.

**Highlights:** Gamified focus sessions with flight simulation, App blocking using Screen Time controls, Unlockable aircraft and in-game rewards, Progress tracking and ranking system, Live Activity and Dynamic Island integration, Multi-stop tours for chained sessions

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Blank Spaces Launcher free?

Blank Spaces Launcher is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is FocusAir free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Blank Spaces Launcher or FocusAir?

FocusAir is rated higher. Blank Spaces Launcher averages 4.6 out of 5 from 8.6K ratings, while FocusAir averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Blank Spaces Launcher or FocusAir have ads?

Neither Blank Spaces Launcher nor FocusAir shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Blank Spaces Launcher or FocusAir?

Blank Spaces Launcher ships an update every 2 weeks, and FocusAir every 2 weeks. Most recently, Blank Spaces Launcher was updated on October 27, 2026 and FocusAir on October 25, 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.*