Comparison

Fokus vs RedirectWeb

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Fokus

This browser extension helps you focus on specific text on web pages by dimming the rest of the content. Customize the overlay's opacity and activation key for a personalized reading experience. Ideal for presentations or deep reading sessions.

Highlights
  • Dim web page content
  • Adjust overlay opacity
  • Specify modifier key for activation
  • Customize padding around selection
  • Works with Safari browser
Features
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Fokus is a Safari extension that emphasizes anything you select on the web by covering the rest of the page with a semi-transparent black overlay. This allows you to focus on what you are reading or to emphasize part of a web page during a presentation. Fokus has options to: - Adjust the overlay opacity - Specify a modifier key such as Shift, Control, Option, or Command which must be held down to active the overlay - Adjust the padding around selection To use: 1. Open Settings 2. Scroll down to Safari and tap on it 3. Scroll down to Extensions and tap on it 4. Enable Fokus 5. Open the Safari app and go to a website 6. Tap the "aA" button 7. Tap Manage Extensions 8. Enable Fokus 9. Tap Fokus 10. Allow Fokus to access the website

About

RedirectWeb

Automate your web browsing by creating custom rules to redirect URLs. This extension enhances privacy, allows you to choose preferred search engines, and offers cleaner experiences for social media and video platforms.

Highlights
  • Custom URL redirection rules
  • Automatic redirection to privacy-focused search engines
  • Cleaner social media and video experiences
  • Support for Wildcards and Regular Expressions
  • Declarative Net Request API for fast redirections
  • iCloud Sync across devices
  • MDM support for enterprise deployment
Features
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Tired of manually fixing URLs? RedirectWeb is a Safari extension that automatically redirects URLs based on your custom rules. Save time, protect your privacy, and browse the web your way. — TOP FEATURES & USE CASES — • Smart Maps Redirection: Automatically open Google Maps links in Apple Maps. • Search Your Way: Force Safari to use Kagi, Startpage, Brave Search, or any privacy-focused engine as your default. • Better Social Media: Redirect Twitter/X to Nitter, Reddit to Old Reddit, or YouTube to Invidious for a cleaner, ad-free experience. • Global Compatibility: Works seamlessly on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Vision Pro. Also compatible with Chrome and Firefox on Mac. • Extensive Library: Don't know where to start? Browse our built-in library of popular, pre-made rules. — PRIVACY FIRST — • Zero Tracking: We do not collect any personal data. Your browsing habits stay on your device. • No Ads: Enjoy a distraction-free utility. — FOR POWER USERS — • Multiple Rule Formats: Support for Wildcards and full Regular Expressions (Regex). • Advanced Logic: Use exclusion patterns to prevent loops and capture groups ($1, $2) for complex URL rewriting. • Ultra-Fast DNR Rules: Leverage the modern Declarative Net Request API for lightning-fast, zero-latency redirections before network requests even start. Gain granular control by filtering resource types and HTTP methods. • Sync & Backup: iCloud Sync keeps your rules updated across all your devices. Export/Import JSON for easy backup. — FOR ENTERPRISES & IT ADMINS — • MDM Support: Centrally deploy and manage redirection rules across your organization's devices using Apple's Managed App Configuration (Jamf, Intune, Kandji, etc.). • Enforced Routing & Control: Seamlessly redirect employees during internal system migrations, set up intranet access, and lock down in-app settings to prevent user tampering. For Volume Purchase Program (VPP) customers, we also offer a Pro version with all features unlocked out-of-the-box, ideal for businesses, educational institutions, and organizations of all types. Search for "RedirectWeb Pro" on the App Store. — PRICING — • Start for Free: Enjoy 1 active rule forever. No ads, no time limits. • Pro Unlock: One-time purchase or low-cost subscription for unlimited rules and iCloud Sync. Universal Purchase included. Buy once, use on all devices. — HOW IT WORKS — 1. Install RedirectWeb and enable the extension in Safari. 2. Add a rule from the Library or create your own "From → To" flow. 3. Browse as usual. RedirectWeb handles the rest in the background! — SUPPORT — Questions or feedback? Go to Settings → "Send Feedback" within the app. We listen to our users! Take control of your web links today. Download RedirectWeb and skip the detours.

Screenshots

Fokus4 screens
RedirectWeb4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RedirectWeb at 93% against Fokus's 29%. RedirectWeb also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.3) and ratings volume (75 vs 3). Fokus's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. RedirectWeb sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per year. Fokus asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RedirectWeb holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RedirectWeb has 75 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of Fokus's written reviews are positive against 93% of RedirectWeb's.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Fokus versus RedirectWeb: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFokusRedirectWeb
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (3 ratings)4.7 (75 ratings) — better
Positive reviews28.6% of reviews93.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings375 — better
Update frequency—Every 6 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAaron RaimistManabu Nakazawa

Customer experience

Fokus

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative71.4%

RedirectWeb

All ratings75 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral1.3%
Negative6.7%
Written reviews76 reviews
Positive93.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.6%

Bugs and requests

Fokus

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

RedirectWeb

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App is too difficult to understand for non-coders
  • Redirection isn't smooth
  • Some users report it doesn't work at all
  • Extension doesn't open other apps as expected

Requested features

5 requests
  • Folders and search feature for created rules
  • More in-depth tutorial for complex redirects
  • Wildcard support in a future update
  • Ability to modify request headers
  • More examples in the help guide for wildcard redirects

In-app purchases

None

Fokus

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

RedirectWeb

Subscriptions1
  • Unlock all features (1 year)7 Days trial$1.991 Year
One-time1
  • Unlock all features forever$3.99

Questions

Is Fokus free?
Fokus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is RedirectWeb free?
RedirectWeb is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Fokus or RedirectWeb?
RedirectWeb is rated higher. Fokus averages 3.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while RedirectWeb averages 4.7 from 75 ratings.
Do Fokus or RedirectWeb have ads?
Neither Fokus nor RedirectWeb shows ads.

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