Elocution+ vs FocusBuddy

Discover the wonderful world of speech with Elocution+, developed by one of the UK’s leading elocution companies! If you want to build your confidence, improve the clarity of your speech and speak with conviction on a daily basis, look no further. Elocution+ is perfect for those looking for an interactive solution to help develop your speech in small bite-size amounts. Whether you want to strengthen your articulation, explore techniques to engage your audience in public speaking or soften your accent, we have a course or programme for you. Ranging from our free pre-enrolment assessment up to our flagship courses, The Soften Your Accent Course and The Elevate Your Speech Course, you’ll be able to explore your options prior to registering after downloading the app. Please Note: Elocution+ is free to download and although there are some free options available, the majority of our courses and programmes require payment either via in-app purchases or through pre-arranged methods. For more information on our programmes, visit www.theelocutioncoach.com/fees.

FocusBuddy is a friendly learning companion built especially for children with ADHD — short sessions, big rewards, and a fox mascot cheering every step of the way. Designed around the needs of kids who struggle to sit still, FocusBuddy breaks learning into tiny, achievable wins. Every tap earns a star. Every star unlocks something cool. No frustration. No walls of text. Just play, focus, and celebrate. --- FOCUS TIMER Pick a session length (5 to 25 minutes) and choose your buddy mascot — fox, panda, lion, koala, or frog. A colourful animated ring counts down the time. A gentle warning sound plays at 3 seconds remaining, then a fanfare and star reward when the session is done. Perfect for homework time, reading, or any task that needs a little structure. TASKS Big tasks are broken into small, checkable steps so nothing feels overwhelming. Tap each step as it's done and watch the progress dots fill up. Complete a whole task and earn +3 stars plus a celebration. A daily reset button keeps things fresh. THREE MINI-GAMES (all under 2 minutes) • Math Blitz — 10 quick-fire maths questions with a countdown timer per question. Four bold answer buttons in fun colours. Perfect for number practice without the pressure. • Memory Match — flip 16 emoji cards to find all 8 pairs. A classic concentration game that rewards attention and focus. • Word Puzzle — unscramble shuffled letters to spell the word. Tap a letter to place it, tap Clear to start over. An emoji hint on every card keeps it achievable. All games award 1–5 stars based on performance, giving kids a goal to reach for. REWARDS Stars earned across all activities go into a running total. Unlock 6 achievements and spend stars in the Theme Shop to unlock Ocean, Forest, and Sunset colour themes. PARENT-FRIENDLY • No ads, ever • No in-app purchases — stars are earned, not bought • No internet connection required • No account or sign-up needed • No personal information collected • All data stays on the device