# Refocus vs FightCaller

The clearest difference is ads: FightCaller at none against Refocus's shown. FightCaller also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Refocus's advantage is ratings volume (12K vs 11). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Refocus sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and FightCaller sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Refocus against 4.8 for FightCaller. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Refocus has 12K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 93% of Refocus's written reviews are positive against 100% of FightCaller's.

Refocus ships an update weekly, FightCaller fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Refocus | FightCaller |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/refocus-app-blocker-and-lock/id1645639057/reviews) | [4.8 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fightcaller/id6744251663/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | 93.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 51 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Labi, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/455469767) | [Mahmut Ersoy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1806682007) |

## What reviewers say

### Refocus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/refocus-app-blocker-and-lock/id1645639057)

This app helps you regain control of your digital life by blocking distracting apps and websites. It offers various methods to limit screen time, set schedules, and track your usage, promoting better focus and productivity.

**Highlights:** Block any app or website, Strict Mode with multiple unblocking challenges, Set app timers and time limits, Schedule blocking for specific times, Location-based blocking, Screen time analytics, macOS app available

**Features:** Safari Extension, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Refocus Pro | $7.99 | per month |
| Refocus Pro | $8.99 | per month |
| Refocus Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| Refocus Pro (Family) | $12.99 | per month |
| Refocus Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| Refocus Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| Refocus Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| Refocus Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Reset Strict Mode | $1.00 | one-time |
| Reset Strict Mode | $5.00 | one-time |
| Reset Strict Mode | $10.00 | one-time |
| Reset Strict Mode | $50.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 🚀 Effective at blocking distractions
- 💡 Customizable blocking schedules
- 🔒 Prevents mindless scrolling
- 🚀 Improved productivity and focus

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔓 Too easy to bypass the blocking
- 💰 Some features require paid subscription
- 🔓 Ability to delete app and remove restrictions

**Reported bugs**

- Blocking issues after phone restart
- Inconsistent behavior when pausing/unpausing sessions
- Crashing when trying to block apps in certain categories

**Requested features**

- Passcode or biometric lock to prevent bypassing
- More advanced blocking options (e.g., math problems to unblock)
- Ability to purchase a one-time license instead of subscription
- Notification warnings before blocking sessions end
- Search function to find apps to block more easily


### FightCaller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fightcaller/id6744251663)

Never miss a fight again with this app that automatically adjusts your alarm based on the real-time end of preceding matches. Select your desired bout, and receive a notification precisely when it begins, ensuring you're always on time for the action.

**Highlights:** Automatic start-time tracking, Live event awareness, Time-zone support, Simple one-tap scheduling, Reliable push notifications

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium Annual - Best Value | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime - One Time | $17.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Refocus free?

Refocus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is FightCaller free?

FightCaller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Refocus or FightCaller?

Refocus and FightCaller are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 12K and 11 ratings respectively.

### Do Refocus or FightCaller have ads?

Refocus shows ads; FightCaller does not.

### Which is updated more often, Refocus or FightCaller?

Refocus ships an update weekly, and FightCaller fortnightly. Most recently, Refocus was updated on October 14, 2026 and FightCaller on October 9, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*