Comparison

ChickFocus vs Study Blocker

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

Head to head
About

ChickFocus

This app gamifies focus sessions using the Pomodoro Technique, where users raise virtual chicks that grow with successful focus periods. It offers distraction-free modes, customizable timers, and cute companions to make productivity enjoyable and stress-free.

Highlights
  • Gamified focus sessions with virtual pet growth
  • Pomodoro Technique timers
  • Distraction-free app whitelist
  • Customizable timers
  • Unlockable cute companions
  • Floating timer
  • Multi-device sync
Features
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Focus has never been this fun! Download Chick Focus and unlock your productivity potential! 【Received App Store recommendations in 110+ countries】 Officially recognized by the App Store, trusted by 1M+ users worldwide! Your Perfect Focus Companion, Making Every Timer Delightful! 【Fun-Filled Focus】 Watch your chick grow as you stay focused! Successfully finish a session to raise an adult chicken. But beware—if you quit halfway, your chick might not make it. Keep going and help your chick thrive! 【Effortless Focus】 Utilize the Pomodoro Technique: focus for 25 minutes, rest for 5, and build healthy, stress-free habits. Fully customizable timers to fit your study or work schedule. 【Companions for Every Session】 Unlock adorable friends like chicks, cats, bears, deer, balloon dogs, and even dragons! Every focus session becomes a heartwarming journey with your cute companions. 【Distraction-Free Mode】 Set an app whitelist to block distracting apps during focus sessions. Stay laser-focused on what truly matters! 【Floating Timer】 Keep track of your focus progress across apps with a floating timer that’s always at hand. 【Simple and User-Friendly】 Intuitive design with zero learning curve. One tap to start focusing—anytime, anywhere. 【Packed with Features for Maximum Productivity!】 - Pomodoro Timer & Regular Countdown - Distraction-Free App Whitelist - Time Stats & Activity Timeline - Widgets & Live Activities - Multi-Device Sync - iPad Landscape/Portrait/Split Screen Support - Sleep Lock - Date Countdown - Floating Timer & StandBy Mode Download Chick Focus now and start your journey to a more productive and focused you! Contact Us Email: support@kreatbloom.com Terms of Use: https://chickfocus.super.site/gmxz Privacy Policy: https://chickfocus.super.site/yszc

About

Study Blocker

Features
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This is allows you to block distractions like Instagram, TikTok and Facebook. Unlike other apps, you can ONLY unblock your apps once you show the app PROOF of your studying. Focus Pro subscription required for unlimited focus sessions, automatic blocks, and proof-based app unlocks. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/miedz-studios-privacy-policy/home

Screenshots

ChickFocus4 screens
Study Blocker3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: ChickFocus at 4 against Study Blocker's 2. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. ChickFocus sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Study Blocker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ChickFocus ships an update every 3 days, Study Blocker every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
ChickFocus versus Study Blocker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChickFocusStudy Blocker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews88.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.1K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 5 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size161 MB21 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperShenzhen KreatBloom Technology Co., Ltd.DAVID MATTHEW MIEDZYBRODZKI

Bugs and requests

ChickFocus

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Animals disappearing after updates
  • Timer switching to different language
  • Whitelist feature not working as expected
  • Notification issues with focus session completion

Requested features

7 requests
  • Add more animals and farm customization options
  • Implement a task list or to-do feature
  • Provide unrestricted data editing and management
  • Add a 12-hour clock option instead of 24-hour
  • Introduce a 'finish early' option with safeguards
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  • Implement a live notification or lockscreen widget
  • Allow custom sounds and music integration

Study Blocker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

ChickFocus

Subscriptions5
  • ChickFocus Pro Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • ChickFocus Pro Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • ChickFocus Pro Yearly$9.991 Year
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  • ChickFocus Pro Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
  • ChickFocus Pro Yearly7 Days trial$12.991 Year
One-time5
  • New Character - Kitty$3.99
  • Chocohog$3.99
  • New Character - Roller Snake$3.99
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  • Pro Lifetime$24.99
  • ChickFocus Pro Lifetime$29.99
4 purchases

Study Blocker

Subscriptions4
  • Focus Pro Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Subscription$9.997 Days
  • Weekly Plan$14.997 Days
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  • Annual Subscription$49.991 Year

Questions

Is ChickFocus free?
ChickFocus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Study Blocker free?
Study Blocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ChickFocus or Study Blocker have ads?
Neither ChickFocus nor Study Blocker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ChickFocus or Study Blocker?
ChickFocus ships an update every 3 days, and Study Blocker every 5 days. Most recently, ChickFocus was updated on November 12, 2026 and Study Blocker on November 10, 2026.

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