# Refocus vs Focus Block

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Refocus at 93% against Focus Block's 0%. Refocus also leads on ratings volume (12K vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). Focus Block's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Refocus sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Focus Block sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Focus Block holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Refocus has 12K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 93% of Refocus's written reviews are positive against 0% of Focus Block's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Refocus ships an update weekly, Focus Block every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Refocus | Focus Block |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/refocus-app-blocker-and-lock/id1645639057/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-blockstop-distractions/id6753289826/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **92.9% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 52 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Labi, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/455469767) | [Aleks Usmanov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1843349404) |

## What reviewers say

### Refocus

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

This tool helps you regain control of your screen time by blocking distracting apps and websites. It offers customizable schedules, strict modes to prevent bypass, and analytics to track your usage. Available on iPhone and Mac.

**Highlights:** Block apps and websites, Strict mode with multiple bypass prevention methods, Customizable blocking schedules and timers, Location-based blocking, Screen time analytics, Mac app available

**Features:** Safari Extension, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Refocus Pro | $7.99 | per month |
| Refocus Pro | $8.99 | per month |
| Refocus Pro | $9.99 | 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 |

**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


### Focus Block

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-blockstop-distractions/id6753289826)

This tool helps you regain control of your screen time by blocking distracting apps and notifications. Create custom schedules or initiate instant focus sessions to improve productivity and build healthier digital habits.

**Highlights:** Instant focus sessions, Automated blocking schedules, Insightful analytics, Customizable distraction blocking, Privacy-focused design, Reduce screen time anxiety

**Features:** Safari Extension

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $20.00 | per month |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $89.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Refocus free?

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

### Is Focus Block free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Refocus or Focus Block?

Focus Block is rated higher. Refocus averages 4.8 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while Focus Block averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Refocus or Focus Block have ads?

Both Refocus and Focus Block show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Refocus or Focus Block?

Refocus ships an update weekly, and Focus Block every 2 weeks. Most recently, Refocus was updated on November 7, 2026 and Focus Block on October 30, 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.*