RoutineFlow vs Focus Hero
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
RoutineFlow
This app helps users, particularly those with ADHD, create and stick to daily routines. It breaks down tasks into manageable steps with timers and provides analytics to improve time management and build good habits.
- Customizable routines with emojis
- Timed task sequences
- Detailed habit analytics
- Notification reminders
- Procrastination reduction tools
- ADHD symptom management support
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Design your ideal day. Every day Navigating daily life, especially with ADHD, can be challenging. RoutineFlow offers the solution to manage your day with ease, turning every morning into a triumph and helping to keep procrastination at bay. Dive into the magic of structured routines, one step at a time. REDUCE PROCRASTINATION The daunting thought of beginning a task is often worse than the task itself. With RoutineFlow, watch as tasks turn from mountains into manageable molehills, assisting you to embark on them without hesitation. MANAGE ADHD SYMPTOMS Designed with ADHD users in mind, RoutineFlow provides structure and consistency, two keys to managing ADHD symptoms. The intuitive design and timers cater specifically to the needs of those seeking order in their often chaotic days. STICK TO GOOD HABITS Whether it's drinking more water, stretching, or simply making your bed, these small actions compound over time. RoutineFlow aids you in cultivating and adhering to these habits, making them an integral part of your daily life. MASTER YOUR MORNING ROUTINE Mornings set the tone for the rest of the day. Use RoutineFlow to ensure you kick off each day on the right foot. By following your tailored morning routine, embrace days filled with purpose and clarity. IMPROVE TIME MANAGEMENT With our analytics feature, get insights into how long each task takes, allowing you to plan your days better. No more guessing or feeling overwhelmed. Know exactly how long your routine will take and adjust accordingly. FEATURES: - Create Custom Routines: Choose from predefined steps or customize your own. Attach an emoji for a personalized touch! - Timed Tasks: Turn your routines into a sequence of timers. Feel the accomplishment as you progress through your list. - Detailed Analytics: Review your habits over the past 365 days, allowing for introspection and growth. - Notification Reminders: Never forget a task with our gentle reminders nudging you to action. Reclaim your day, one routine at a time. Download RoutineFlow and pave the path to a more organized, productive, and stress-free life. Terms of Service: https://www.iubenda.com/terms-and-conditions/32938373 Privacy Policy: https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/32938373
Focus Hero
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Most productivity apps give you a timer and wish you luck. Focus Hero gives you a complete system for building a consistent study and deep work routine. Start your day with a clear plan, shield distracting apps when a session begins, and build momentum session by session, day by day. FOCUS YOUR WAY Choose from five flexible focus methods: • Pomodoro Timer — 25 minutes of focus followed by a 5-minute break • 52/17 Method — longer deep work sessions with time to recover • Quick Focus — a 35-minute study timer when time is limited • Deep Focus — a 90-minute interval timer for full immersion • Custom Timer — create a routine that fits your schedule BLOCK DISTRACTING APPS When a focus session starts, Focus Hero can shield the apps and categories you selected. This helps reduce screen distractions and keeps your attention on the task in front of you. Live Activities and Dynamic Island keep your timer visible without requiring you to reopen the app. PLAN YOUR DAY • Organize tasks with priorities, colors, and due dates • View your to-do list from the Home Screen widget • Select what you are working on before starting a session • Use the calendar to see upcoming tasks • Track how much focused time you spend on each activity BUILT FOR STUDY AND ADHD ROUTINES Focus Hero is designed for students, ADHD minds, and deep workers. Starting with a clear structure can make it easier to begin a task, maintain concentration, and build a repeatable focus routine. BUILD YOUR STREAK • Make your consistency visible with daily streaks • Review weekly charts and a six-month activity heatmap • Unlock Bronze, Silver, and Gold milestones • Review your progress with Monthly Wrapped • Set a daily reminder to protect time for focused work FOCUS HERO PRO • Unlimited daily focus sessions • Complete history and advanced analytics • Unlimited planner tasks • Weekly reports and Monthly Wrapped Focus Hero helps you spend less time managing distractions and more time protecting your attention — calmly, consistently, one session at a time. Start your first focus session today. Free to begin. Privacy Policy: https://code-wave.co.uk/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: RoutineFlow at every 5 days against Focus Hero's fortnightly. RoutineFlow also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 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. RoutineFlow sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Focus Hero sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
RoutineFlow ships an update every 5 days, Focus Hero fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | RoutineFlow | Focus Hero |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (2.4K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2.4K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 111 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Thomas Wolfgang Menzel | Code Wave Developer Ltd |
Bugs and requests
RoutineFlow
Reported bugs
4 issues- Routine data loss and reset issues
- Dynamic Island duplication bug
- Login/account recovery problems
- Accessibility issues with large font settings
Requested features
5 requests- Apple Watch app companion
- Ability to modify task durations
- Customizable widgets and calendar view
- Subtasks and note-taking for tasks
- Automatic task progression without manual input
Focus Hero
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
RoutineFlow
- RoutineFlow Pro Weekly$5.997 Days
- Monthly Pro Access$8.991 Month
- Pro Access Monthly$12.991 Month
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- RoutineFlow Pro Yearly$29.991 Year
- RoutineFlow Pro Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Pro Access Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Yearly Pro Access7 Days trial$59.991 Year
- Lifetime Pro Access2 variants$99.99
Focus Hero
- Weekly3 Days trial$0.997 Days
- Monthly$2.991 Month
- Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Billed Once$19.99
Questions
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