Comparison

Kick vs SimpliFocus

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Kick

This minimalist focus timer utilizes the Pomodoro Technique to help users enhance productivity and motivation. By organizing tasks into timed intervals, it aims to reduce stress and improve concentration for work, study, or programming.

Highlights
  • Pomodoro focus timer
  • Minimalist design
  • Dark mode compatibility
  • Task completion focus
  • Learning and programming aid
Features
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Join of happy users using Kick to stay focused and productive. Kick is a minimalist Pomodoro-based focus timer. We believe that less is more. Organizing you workflow into intervals will help you stay efficient and productive. The so-called Pomodoro Technique has been shown to increase focus and motivation while reducing stress-perfect for work-from-home days. Use Kick to... ... stay focused ... complete a task ... learn for school ... program all night Function * Pomodoro with work focus * Notice * Simple Design * Compatible with dark mode

About

SimpliFocus

This app offers a distraction-free environment to boost productivity. It features a minimalist timer and session tracking, allowing users to focus on tasks without clutter or complex interfaces. Designed for simplicity, it helps users achieve deep work and accomplish their goals.

Highlights
  • Instant focus with one tap
  • Minimalist Pomodoro-inspired timer
  • Session tracking with streaks
  • Lock screen and Live Activities support
  • Customizable session and break times
  • Ad-free and clutter-free interface
Features
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SimpliFocus Focus Made Effortless Instant focus. Zero distractions. One tap is all it takes. Tired of complicated productivity apps that only add clutter to your day? SimpliFocus gives you everything you need and nothing you don’t, to actually get things done. No noise. No bloat. Just pure, calming focus. Why You’ll Love SimpliFocus: • Start Focusing in Seconds Open the app and tap “Start.” That’s it. The rest fades away so you can dive in. • Minimal, Beautiful Timer Work and rest in gentle cycles with a clean Pomodoro-inspired timer that keeps you centered, not stressed. • Designed to Disappear Track sessions and see your streaks only when you want—no pressure, no dashboards, no overwhelm. • Lock Screen & Live Activities Keep your focus front and center—even when your phone is locked. • Customizable, Not Complicated Tweak your session and break times in seconds. Only the essentials, all on one screen. • Absolutely No Clutter No ads. No sign-ups. No endless menus. Just focus. Whether you’re a student, a professional, or just want a calmer day, SimpliFocus lets you do more—with less. Make space for deep work. Clear your mind. Finish what matters. Download SimpliFocus today and rediscover what you can do when nothing gets in your way.

Screenshots

Kick3 screens
SimpliFocus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: SimpliFocus at none against Kick's shown. SimpliFocus also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). Kick's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 9 months) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Kick against 5.0 for SimpliFocus. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 3 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Kick ships an update every 4 days, SimpliFocus every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Kick versus SimpliFocus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKickSimpliFocus
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings13 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 9 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer晓康 丁Josh Wood

Customer experience

Kick

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

SimpliFocus

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Kick

No in-app purchases

None

SimpliFocus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Kick free?
Kick is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SimpliFocus free?
SimpliFocus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Kick or SimpliFocus?
Kick and SimpliFocus are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 3 ratings respectively.
Do Kick or SimpliFocus have ads?
Kick shows ads; SimpliFocus does not.
Which is updated more often, Kick or SimpliFocus?
Kick ships an update every 4 days, and SimpliFocus every 9 months. Most recently, Kick was updated on June 1, 2026 and SimpliFocus on September 11, 2026.

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