OpenMeeting Discussion Manager vs SimpliFocus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
OpenMeeting Discussion Manager
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The OpenMeeting Discussion Manager app is a companion app for the OpenMeeting platform solution providing a visual dashboard that gives the meeting chair the control they need to lead the meeting with ease and confidence. Easily view: + Motions and seconds + Requests to Speak + Voting Results Simple one-click actions: + Control Requests to Speak + Automatically activates microphones and cameras + Set and control timers for public speakers + Vote on agenda items OpenMeeting is the gavel-to-gavel legislative meeting solution trusted by county and local governments across the county. OpenMeeting enables easy meeting setup, agenda management and visualization and control of procedures including roll call, voting, discussion manager with camera and microphone integration, public display, meeting logs and so much more. Flexible and customizable to fit your needs, OpenMeeting exists to make your life easier and help you run better meetings.
SimpliFocus
This app offers a distraction-free environment to boost productivity. It features a minimalist timer and session tracking, allowing users to focus on tasks without clutter or complex interfaces. Designed for simplicity, it helps users achieve deep work and accomplish their goals.
- Instant focus with one tap
- Minimalist Pomodoro-inspired timer
- Session tracking with streaks
- Lock screen and Live Activities support
- Customizable session and break times
- Ad-free and clutter-free interface
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SimpliFocus — Focus Made Effortless Make space for focused work, study, and everyday tasks with a simple Pomodoro-inspired timer. Choose your session length, add an optional intention or focus tag, and tap Start. FOCUS AND REST Customize focus sessions, short breaks, long breaks, and your daily session goal. Keep track of your timer with Live Activities and Lock Screen updates. SEE YOUR PROGRESS Review your session history, including intentions, tags, focused time, and paused time. Use insights to explore your streaks and focus trends. MAKE IT YOURS Choose ambient focus sounds and adjust your timer settings to suit the way you work. An Apple Watch companion and widgets help keep your sessions close at hand. ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS Version 2.2.4 improves VoiceOver labels and navigation across key screens, larger-text layouts, and reduced-motion behavior. Settings controls and session history are easier to understand and use. SIMPLIFOCUS PRO Optional Pro features include expanded insights, additional ambient sounds, and more widget options. Pro is a one-time lifetime in-app purchase with no subscription. No ads. No account required. Just a little more room to focus.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: SimpliFocus at every 8 days against OpenMeeting Discussion Manager's every 7 months. OpenMeeting Discussion Manager's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
OpenMeeting Discussion Manager ships an update every 7 months, SimpliFocus every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | OpenMeeting Discussion Manager | SimpliFocus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 136 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Open Meeting Technologies LLC | Josh Wood |
In-app purchases
OpenMeeting Discussion Manager
No in-app purchases
SimpliFocus
No in-app purchases
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