Comparison

Focus vs Plc Echo

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

Head to head
About

Focus

Enhance concentration with ad-free lofi beats and ambient sounds designed for studying, working, or reading. Access music offline and utilize scientifically crafted tracks to boost brain activity and achieve peak performance.

Highlights
  • Ad-free listening experience
  • Offline music access
  • Lofi beats and ambient sounds
  • Brain FM-inspired tracks
  • Concentration flow enhancement
  • Pomodoro study timer
Features
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Unlock Your Ultimate Focus with Study Music! Struggling to concentrate while studying, working, or reading? Study Music is the perfect app for boosting your focus and productivity. Enjoy ad-free, high-quality ambient sounds and lofi beats designed to create the perfect flow state for studying, whether you have ADHD, need deep concentration, or just want a peaceful environment. Key Features: No WiFi? No Problem: Access music offline for distraction-free focus. Lofi Beats & Ambient Sounds: Best for studying, reading, or working. Brain FM-Inspired Tracks: Music scientifically designed to enhance brain activity and improve productivity. No Ads: Immerse yourself in uninterrupted focus music. Concentration Flow: Find your rhythm and stay in the zone. Whether you're preparing for exams, completing assignments, or working on creative projects, Study Music will help you eliminate distractions and achieve peak performance. Focus. Flow. Study. Repeat. SUBSCRIPTION PRICING AND TERMS: Study Music offers two auto-renewing subscription options & one life time subscription. Pricing in other countries may vary depending on the country of residence. The subscription will automatically renew unless turned off in your iTunes account setting at least 24 hours before the current period ends. You can go to your iTunes account setting to manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew. Your iTunes account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. Read the privacy policy here: http://thestudymusicapp.com/privacy-policy/ Read the Terms of use here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Plc Echo

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Real-Time Data Monitoring: Effortlessly read and write tags in Rockwell / Allen-Bradley (Logix, Micro850, SLC 5/05, MicroLogix 1100) and Siemens S7 PLCs, OPC UA servers and Modbus TCP devices. View live data directly on your phone, tablet or PC. Database Support (new): Read the latest values from Microsoft SQL Server tables and views, including logging tables that store tag names and values. Read only, with no changes to the database. Dynamic Visualizations: Instantly track PLC data through dynamic gauges for a visually intuitive experience. Tags from different makes of controller on one screen. Comprehensive Trending: Track and analyze PLC data with single-tag trends, showing maximum, minimum and average, and multi-tag comparison on one chart. Read Errors: See at a glance which tags could not be read and why, including when a PLC or server cannot be reached. The other tags keep updating. Extensive Resources: Access a full online manual, along with video tutorials for easy onboarding and advanced usage tips. Free Forever, with Limitations: The FREE version of Plc Echo provides ongoing access with a limited number of tags, allowing you to experience its capabilities at no cost. Whether commissioning, fault finding or monitoring all day on a large Windows screen, Plc Echo is your must-have tool for real-time PLC data. Download now and turn your device into a smart monitoring hub!

Screenshots

Focus4 screens
Plc Echo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Plc Echo at none against Focus's 4. On price, update cadence, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Focus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Plc Echo asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Focus ships an update every 4 weeks, Plc Echo fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Focus versus Plc Echo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocusPlc Echo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (50 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings50 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB64 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperShivam SompuraAutomation Consultancy Limited

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Focus

Subscriptions3
  • Study Focus Weekly3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Study Music Monthly Access$12.991 Month
  • Study Music Yearly Access$99.991 Year
One-time1
  • Study Focus Lifetime$9.99
None

Plc Echo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Focus free?
Focus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Plc Echo free?
Plc Echo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Focus or Plc Echo have ads?
Neither Focus nor Plc Echo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Focus or Plc Echo?
Focus ships an update every 4 weeks, and Plc Echo fortnightly. Most recently, Focus was updated on September 30, 2026 and Plc Echo on October 11, 2026.

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