Comparison

Refocus vs Preddio Pulse

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

Preddio Pulse

Features
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Preddio Pulse gives your team a clear view of connected equipment and site operations from wherever work takes you. Monitor equipment performance with current sensor readings and easy-to-read historical charts. Review temperature, pressure, and other supported measurements to understand operating conditions, recognize trends, and make informed maintenance decisions. Stay informed when conditions need attention. Configure measurement thresholds, choose the alerts you want to receive, and get push notifications for important equipment updates. Preddio Pulse also simplifies the management of your connected monitoring system. Organize equipment across multiple sites, assign sensors and gateways, monitor connectivity, and give team members the appropriate level of access. Key features include: • View current equipment measurements • Explore historical performance and trends • Configure thresholds for supported measurements • Receive push notifications and equipment alerts • Assign and manage gateways and sensors • Monitor gateway connectivity • Organize equipment across multiple sites • Add, rename, and manage monitored equipment • Invite team members and manage their site access • Securely sign in using a one-time verification code Whether you're managing a single pump or an entire fleet of industrial assets, Preddio Pulse gives you the visibility you need to move from reactive maintenance to proactive care, helping you reduce downtime, extend equipment life, and protect your operations.

Screenshots

Refocus4 screens
Preddio Pulse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Preddio Pulse at none against Refocus's 17. Preddio Pulse also leads on ads (none vs shown). Refocus's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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 12 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Preddio Pulse asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Refocus ships an update weekly, Preddio Pulse fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Refocus versus Preddio Pulse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRefocusPreddio Pulse
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (12K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews93.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings12K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterFortnightly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLabi, LLCPreddio Technologies Inc.

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

Preddio Pulse

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

12 purchases

Refocus

Subscriptions8
  • Refocus Pro3 Days trial2 variants$7.991 Month
  • Refocus Pro3 Days trial$8.991 Month
  • Refocus Pro3 Days trial$9.991 Month
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  • Refocus Pro (Family)7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Refocus Pro1 Year trial2 variants$49.991 Year
  • Refocus Pro1 Month trial2 variants$49.991 Year
  • Refocus Pro7 Days trial2 variants$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
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  • Reset Strict Mode$50.00
None

Preddio Pulse

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Refocus free?
Refocus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Preddio Pulse free?
Preddio Pulse is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Refocus or Preddio Pulse have ads?
Refocus shows ads; Preddio Pulse does not.
Which is updated more often, Refocus or Preddio Pulse?
Refocus ships an update weekly, and Preddio Pulse fortnightly. Most recently, Refocus was updated on October 16, 2026 and Preddio Pulse on September 28, 2026.

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