# Repeat Timer vs Focus Clock

The clearest difference is monetization model: Repeat Timer at free with in-app purchases against Focus Clock's subscription. Repeat Timer also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (7.4K vs 16). Focus Clock's advantage is review sentiment (83% vs 64%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Repeat Timer sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Focus Clock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Repeat Timer holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Repeat Timer has 7.4K ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 64% of Repeat Timer's written reviews are positive against 83% of Focus Clock's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Repeat Timer ships an update monthly, Focus Clock fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Repeat Timer | Focus Clock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (7.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/repeat-timer-interval-remind/id481229967/reviews)** | [4.1 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-clock/id1521795885/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.4K** | 16 |
| Positive reviews | 64.3% of reviews | **83.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 99 MB | 56 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Applorium Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688522804) | [晓庆 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/1268921589) |

## What reviewers say

### Repeat Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/repeat-timer-interval-remind/id481229967)

This app provides a simple and effective way to set up recurring reminders for various tasks and routines. It features customizable timers, optional interval cycles, and background operation with visual and audio notifications.

**Highlights:** Customizable repeating timers, Optional interval timer cycles, Background operation with notifications, Multiple alert sounds, Visual and audio alerts, Precise duration setting

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Repeat Timer Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Repeat Timer Pro | $3.99 | per month |
| Repeat Timer Pro | $9.99 | per year |
| Repeat Timer Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| RT Pro customers' upgrade | $9.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to Pro | $19.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade to Pro | $39.99 | one-time |


### Focus Clock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-clock/id1521795885)

This app helps you concentrate on tasks with a unique focus mode that rewards sustained attention. It offers customizable timers, background operation, and detailed statistics to track your progress. Enjoy an ad-free experience with various visual themes to enhance your study or work sessions.

**Highlights:** Ad-free focus mode, Background timing with notifications, Daily focus statistics, Customizable clock styles and skins, Gesture controls for navigation, Progress bar and color customization

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscription member | $0.99 | per 3 months |
| Permanent buyout | $1.99 | one-time |
| discounts VIP | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Repeat Timer free?

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

### Is Focus Clock free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Repeat Timer or Focus Clock?

Repeat Timer is rated higher. Repeat Timer averages 4.5 out of 5 from 7.4K ratings, while Focus Clock averages 4.1 from 16 ratings.

### Do Repeat Timer or Focus Clock have ads?

Neither Repeat Timer nor Focus Clock shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Repeat Timer or Focus Clock?

Repeat Timer ships an update monthly, and Focus Clock fortnightly. Most recently, Repeat Timer was updated on September 24, 2026 and Focus Clock on September 1, 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.*