Comparison

SimpliFocus vs LockedIn

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

Head to head
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.

About

LockedIn

This app helps you reclaim your time and boost productivity by blocking distractions and planning your tasks. It offers personalized focus timers, app blocking, and progress tracking to help you achieve your goals and improve digital well-being.

Highlights
  • Personalized focus timers
  • Smart app blocking
  • Comprehensive focus tracking
  • Goal setting and tracking
  • Task planning and to-do lists
  • Apple Watch integration
Features
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Reclaim your time and achieve your goals with LockedIn, the ultimate focus and productivity companion. In a world of constant distractions, LockedIn empowers you to take control of your digital life, build healthier habits, and maximize your potential. Imagine: - Laser Focus: Concentrate effortlessly on what matters most, whether it's deep work, studying, or creative pursuits. - Increased Productivity: Get more done in less time by eliminating distractions and staying on track. - Improved Well-being: Reduce stress, enhance mindfulness, and foster a healthier relationship with technology. LockedIn helps you achieve all this and more with a powerful suite of features: - Personalized Focus Timers: Customize your focus sessions to match your workflow perfectly. Set work intervals and breaks, and even incorporate the Pomodoro Technique. - Smart App Blocking: Instantly block distracting apps and websites during focus sessions. Choose specific apps to block or create custom blocklists for different activities. - Comprehensive Focus Tracking: Monitor your progress with detailed analytics. Track your focus time, identify distraction patterns, and see how much time you've reclaimed. - Goal Setting & Tracking: Define your goals and track your progress. Stay motivated by visualizing your achievements and celebrating milestones. - Task Planning & To-Do Lists: Organize your day and prioritize tasks. Seamlessly integrate your to-do list with your focus sessions for maximum efficiency. - Progress & Rewards: Stay motivated with streaks, progress rewards, and a personalized focus. See how your focus improves over time. - Apple Watch Integration: Relax with breathing exercises right on your wrist. - Seamless Integration: Works perfectly with your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. Real Results: - Reclaim Hours of Your Day: LockedIn helps you identify and eliminate time-wasting distractions, giving you back valuable time. - Boost Your Productivity: Focus more effectively and achieve more in less time. - Reduce Stress & Improve Well-being: Cultivate a healthier relationship with technology and reduce digital overwhelm. Who is LockedIn For? - Students looking to improve focus and study habits - Professionals seeking to maximize productivity and deep work - Anyone wanting to improve their digital wellness and time management Stop letting distractions control your life. Unlock your potential with LockedIn. Lock in. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://github.com/matsveil/lockedin-app/blob/main/privacy-policy.md

Screenshots

SimpliFocus4 screens
LockedIn4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SimpliFocus at none against LockedIn's 7. SimpliFocus also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 85%). LockedIn's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 9 months) and ratings volume (31 vs 3). On price, rating, ads 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. LockedIn sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. SimpliFocus asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for SimpliFocus against 4.9 for LockedIn. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LockedIn has 31 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of SimpliFocus's written reviews are positive against 85% of LockedIn's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SimpliFocus ships an update every 9 months, LockedIn every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
SimpliFocus versus LockedIn: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSimpliFocusLockedIn
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better4.9 (31 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better84.6% of reviews
Number of ratings331 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB224 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJosh WoodMatsvei Liapich

Customer experience

SimpliFocus

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

LockedIn

All ratings31 ratings
Positive96.8%
Neutral3.2%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive84.6%
Neutral7.7%
Negative7.7%

In-app purchases

None

SimpliFocus

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

LockedIn

Subscriptions5
  • Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Annual7 Days trial2 variants$19.991 Year
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  • Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Annual$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime $39.99$39.99

Questions

Is SimpliFocus free?
SimpliFocus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LockedIn free?
LockedIn is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SimpliFocus or LockedIn?
SimpliFocus is rated higher. SimpliFocus averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while LockedIn averages 4.9 from 31 ratings.
Do SimpliFocus or LockedIn have ads?
Neither SimpliFocus nor LockedIn shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SimpliFocus or LockedIn?
SimpliFocus ships an update every 9 months, and LockedIn every 10 days. Most recently, SimpliFocus was updated on September 11, 2026 and LockedIn on June 1, 2026.

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