Comparison

Refocus vs FriendlyQ

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

Head to head
About

Refocus

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
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Refocus is an app blocker & website blocker that helps you limit screen time on apps! Refocus is easy to use, yet has powerful screen time control features: ▶ Various ways to restrict or lock apps and block websites. Choose what helps you focus! Block any app or site — from social media and games to messaging and news. ▶ "Strict Mode" feature prevents you from unblocking. Set a passcode, or use an NFC tag, or wait a duration (ex. 30 seconds), or do a copy text challenge, or utilize Pomodoro (limit unblocking to 5 times per day, for 25 minutes each, with a 5-minute cooldown between each unblock). ▶ Block for a specific duration (ex. app timer for 30 minutes). ▶ Block at specific times (ex. every weekday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM). ▶ Set app limits (ex. after 10 minutes of using Instagram, block it). Set an app time limit! ▶ Hide Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts in Safari. ▶ Block at the location you pick — whether it be home, work or school. ▶ View your daily, weekly and monthly Screen Time analytics. Use Refocus as a screen time tracker! ▶ Mac app that also lets you block apps and websites on macOS. ▶ And more! --- Visit www.refocusapp.co for more information. Terms of Use: - https://refocusapp.co/terms-of-use

About

FriendlyQ

Features
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FriendlyQ makes it easy to keep people in your buildings happy. Our simple, user-friendly platform helps you deliver great service while running your buildings more efficiently. FriendlyQ includes: • A powerful ticket system that streamlines tenant communication • QR-based issue reporting, so tenants can report problems in seconds • Automated workflows, including onboarding and recurring tasks • Smart tools that help you manage daily operations, resolve issues faster, and maintain a high service level FriendlyQ gives building operators everything they need to stay in control, save time, and provide a great experience for every tenant.

Screenshots

Refocus4 screens
FriendlyQ3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FriendlyQ at none against Refocus's 17. FriendlyQ also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). Refocus's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). On price 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. Refocus sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. FriendlyQ asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Refocus ships an update weekly, FriendlyQ every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Refocus versus FriendlyQ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRefocusFriendlyQ
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (12K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews93.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings12K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLabi, LLCWorkflow Partner AS

Bugs and requests

Refocus

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

FriendlyQ

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

13 purchases

Refocus

Subscriptions9
  • Refocus Pro3 Days trial2 variants$7.991 Month
  • Refocus Pro3 Days trial$8.991 Month
  • Refocus Pro3 Days trial$9.991 Month
Show 6 more
  • Refocus Pro (Family)7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Refocus Pro$49.991 Year
  • Refocus Pro1 Month trial2 variants$49.991 Year
  • Refocus Pro7 Days trial2 variants$49.991 Year
  • Refocus Pro1 Year trial$49.991 Year
  • Refocus Pro7 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time4
  • Reset Strict Mode$1.00
  • Reset Strict Mode$5.00
  • Reset Strict Mode$10.00
Show 1 more
  • Reset Strict Mode$50.00
None

FriendlyQ

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Refocus free?
Refocus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FriendlyQ free?
FriendlyQ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Refocus or FriendlyQ have ads?
Refocus shows ads; FriendlyQ does not.
Which is updated more often, Refocus or FriendlyQ?
Refocus ships an update weekly, and FriendlyQ every 6 weeks. Most recently, Refocus was updated on October 26, 2026 and FriendlyQ on October 4, 2026.

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