# KeepFocus vs Amber

The clearest difference is price: KeepFocus at Free against Amber's $2.99. KeepFocus also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 75%). Amber's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, ratings volume, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

KeepFocus is free to download; Amber costs $2.99 up front. KeepFocus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Amber asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for KeepFocus against 5.0 for Amber. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 3 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of KeepFocus's written reviews are positive against 75% of Amber's.

KeepFocus ships an update every 8 days, Amber fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | KeepFocus | Amber |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | [5.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keepfocus-block-apps-and-sites/id1668971820/reviews) | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amber-simple-markdown/id6760438057/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 75.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 69 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17** | 17.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pacifiq](https://appshunter.io/developer/1845497615) | [DONGWOOK LEE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871320322) |

## What reviewers say

### KeepFocus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keepfocus-block-apps-and-sites/id1668971820)

This app helps you cut screen time and build healthier digital habits by blocking distracting apps and websites. It offers scheduling tools and usage insights to boost productivity and overcome attention challenges.

**Highlights:** Block any app or website, Schedule recurring focus hours, Track daily, weekly, and monthly usage stats, Boost productivity and focus, Digital detox and dopamine reset, Control social media and screen time

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $1.99 | per month |
| 프로 | $17.99 | per year |
| Pro | $39.99 | per year |
| Pro | $19.99 | one-time |


### Amber

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/amber-simple-markdown/id6760438057)

A Markdown notes app designed for efficient writing and a clear reading experience. Organize notes in folders, search your library, and sync across Apple devices. Includes built-in tutorials for easy onboarding.

**Highlights:** Markdown styling as you type, Folder organization, Fast writing and calm reading view, Search across library, Photo attachments, iCloud syncing across devices

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is KeepFocus free?

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

### Is Amber free?

Amber costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, KeepFocus or Amber?

KeepFocus and Amber are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 7 and 3 ratings respectively.

### Do KeepFocus or Amber have ads?

KeepFocus shows ads; Amber does not.

### Which is updated more often, KeepFocus or Amber?

KeepFocus ships an update every 8 days, and Amber fortnightly. Most recently, KeepFocus was updated on October 30, 2026 and Amber on October 28, 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.*