# Focus Tower vs Ember

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Ember at 100% against Focus Tower's 50%. Ember also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.7). Focus Tower's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Ember sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Focus Tower asks for nothing beyond the download.

Ember holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Focus Tower's written reviews are positive against 100% of Ember's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus Tower | Ember |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-tower-study-timer/id6443779241/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ember-minimalistic-focus/id6757570126/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **4** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 156 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.1 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Michal Cilindz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1538354890) | [Embercore LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1867647032) |

## What reviewers say

### Focus Tower

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-tower-study-timer/id6443779241)

This app helps you build productive habits and overcome distractions using the Pomodoro technique. Plan tasks, set focus timers, and build virtual towers to visualize your progress. Earn rewards and unlock new themes to stay motivated and get more done.

**Highlights:** Pomodoro technique timer, Task planning, Gamified tower building, Unlockable themes and rewards, Distraction blocking, Progress statistics

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Ember

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ember-minimalistic-focus/id6757570126)

This app helps you reclaim your attention with a unique visual ritual. Instead of a standard countdown, it uses animated themes that evolve as you focus, providing a calming anchor to prevent distractions. It tracks your progress and offers a minimalist interface designed for deep work.

**Highlights:** Living Visuals with animated themes, Intentional 'Press to Ignite' start, Zen Mode with auto-hiding interface, Calendar heatmap for focus tracking, Unlockable exclusive visual themes, OLED optimized dark aesthetic

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ember Plus | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focus Tower free?

Focus Tower is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Ember free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Focus Tower or Ember?

Ember is rated higher. Focus Tower averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Ember averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Focus Tower or Ember have ads?

Neither Focus Tower nor Ember shows ads.

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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.*