SimpRec vs FocusFlow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SimpRec
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This app is a simple way to record your activity. Just tap the button at the timing you want to record. App Features - Tap to record date and time - Recorded date and time are displayed even "days ago". - Can also be recorded on Apple Watch *** In-App Purchase *** You can create two activities for free. The following features can be added with in-app purchases. - The limit on the number of activities that can be created will be removed. It also increases the number of records per activity to 100. - Reminder function is available. - Terms of use https://ynoseapps-simprec.jimdofree.com/termsofuseen/ - Privacy Policy https://ynoseapps-simprec.jimdofree.com/privacypolicyen/
FocusFlow
This app gently guides you into focus without pressure or judgment. It offers companion modes, immersive sounds, and a minimal interface to help you concentrate on tasks or simply slow down and ease anxiety.
- Companion Mode for Home/Lock Screen
- Flow Mode without timers
- Pomodoro Focus Rhythm
- Immersive background sounds
- Minimal Do Not Disturb interface
- Gentle progress visualization
- iCloud Sync, Widgets, Live Activity
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FocusFlow – Gentle: enter the flow with calm and companionship You want to focus, but it’s hard to truly settle your mind. Your attention keeps drifting to your phone, wandering thoughts, or background noise. FocusFlow guides you into focus in a gentle, pressure-free way. There’s no pushing, no judging, and no demand to “be productive” — just slowing down, doing one thing, and letting time move naturally. Companion Mode FocusFlow stays with you quietly during your focus sessions — on the Home Screen, Lock Screen, and Live Activity. It doesn’t rush you or evaluate you. Every start is a gentle return to yourself. Flow Mode No countdowns, no progress bars, no number pressure. Only the present moment remains. Sit down, begin, and let the flow arrive naturally. Pomodoro Focus Rhythm A balanced cycle of focus, short breaks, and long breaks to support steady, sustainable concentration without burnout. Immersive Background Sounds Clock ticks, wooden tones, ocean waves, rain, and forest ambience help your attention land softly. Supports background and Lock Screen playback. Minimal Do Not Disturb A calm, distraction-free focus interface. No notifications, no interruptions — your attention stays where it belongs. Progress, Gently Visualized Daily, weekly, and monthly focus records are saved automatically. Quantity isn’t the goal, and comparisons aren’t needed. What matters is that you keep moving forward. iCloud Sync · Widgets · Live Activity Seamless continuity across your devices. Check your current focus status without unlocking your phone. Design Philosophy True focus doesn’t come from forcing yourself, but from being willing to begin. FocusFlow isn’t a supervisor. It’s a presence that understands you, stays with you, and supports you. Pauses are allowed — what matters is choosing to continue. Made for you if you study, write, prepare for exams, code, or do deep work; or simply want to slow down at night, organize your thoughts, and ease anxiety. From this moment on, give yourself time without interruption. Choose a sound, let the quiet companionship stay by your side, and slowly enter your own flow.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: FocusFlow at fortnightly against SimpRec's every 2 months. FocusFlow also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. SimpRec sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and FocusFlow sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
SimpRec ships an update every 2 months, FocusFlow fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SimpRec | FocusFlow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 2 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ynose apps | 宇鹏 王 |
In-app purchases
SimpRec
- Activity Upgrade$0.99
- Reminder function$0.99
FocusFlow
- Support Developer$0.99









