# Focus for Reddit vs Hydra

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Hydra at 75% against Focus for Reddit's 31%. Hydra also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.3) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). Focus for Reddit's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.4). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Focus for Reddit sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Hydra sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hydra holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hydra has 807 ratings behind it against 43, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of Focus for Reddit's written reviews are positive against 75% of Hydra's.

Focus for Reddit ships an update fortnightly, Hydra every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus for Reddit | Hydra |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-for-reddit/id6453024842/reviews) | **[4.8 (807 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hydra-read-upvote-comment/id6478089063/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 43 | **807** |
| Positive reviews | 31.0% of reviews | **74.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 51 MB | 75 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | +17 |
| Developer | [婉 万](https://appshunter.io/developer/1692147573) | [Dimitrie Milinovich](https://appshunter.io/developer/1637204263) |

## What reviewers say

### Focus for Reddit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-for-reddit/id6453024842)

An unofficial, open-source Reddit browser offering a unique, customizable interface. It supports offline browsing, multi-account access, and advanced content filtering. Enjoy a rich viewing experience with various layout options and powerful moderation tools.

**Highlights:** Multi-account and guest mode support, Highly customizable themes and design, Full offline capability with automatic syncing, Advanced content filtering system, Rich viewing modes (compact, card, gallery), Powerful moderation suite, Ad-blocking for websites (Pro)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $6.99 | per year |


### Hydra

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hydra-read-upvote-comment/id6478089063)

Experience Reddit browsing with a fast, fluid, and native iOS client. Organize topics, enjoy an immersive media viewer, and utilize quick gestures for seamless interaction. Customize themes and modes for a personalized experience.

**Highlights:** Lightning-fast loading, Multireddit support, Favorite subreddits, Native iOS design, Image and video viewer, Multiple account support, Quick access gestures

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hydra Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Nice Tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| Generous Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Amazing Tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| Incredible Tip | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Massive potential
- 👍 Closest thing to Apollo
- 👍 Best option for 2025
- 👍 Better in almost every way
- 👍 Superior Reddit Client++

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Sketchy security

**Reported bugs**

- Expect some bumps

**Requested features**

- Customizing the gestures and hiding the username on the tab bar
- Content blocking, comment images, startup feed, and others


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focus for Reddit free?

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

### Is Hydra free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Focus for Reddit or Hydra?

Hydra is rated higher. Focus for Reddit averages 3.3 out of 5 from 43 ratings, while Hydra averages 4.8 from 807 ratings.

### Do Focus for Reddit or Hydra have ads?

Focus for Reddit shows ads; Hydra does not.

### Which is updated more often, Focus for Reddit or Hydra?

Focus for Reddit ships an update fortnightly, and Hydra every 3 weeks. Most recently, Focus for Reddit was updated on October 23, 2026 and Hydra on October 30, 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.*