Comparison

Be Present vs FocusBeats

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

Head to head
About

Be Present

This app helps you focus on tasks by encouraging mono-tasking and providing tools for enhanced concentration. It offers positive affirmations, time blocking with a Pomodoro timer, and science-backed soundscapes to prevent burnout and boost productivity.

Highlights
  • Positive mindset building
  • Pomodoro timer
  • Science-backed methods
  • Relaxing soundscapes
  • Time blocking
  • Prevent burnout
Features
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Be Present helps you build the daily routines that make focus inevitable. Not another productivity app. Be Present is built around one idea: when your routines are right, focus happens naturally. #What Our Users Are Saying "Be Present has been a game-changer! I'm more productive and feel less anxious." — Jae P. "The focus music transformed my work sessions. I get more done in less time!" — Anna "I finished my final paper despite my ADHD." — Jessie #What Be Present Offers - Morning & Night Routines: Start and end your day with intention - Pomodoro Timer: 25-min focus sessions with breaks up to 90 min - Focus Music: Lofi, binaural beats, and soundscapes for deep work - Prevent Burnout: Structured breaks protect your mental energy - Journal & Gratitude: Reflect and reset daily #Why It Works 47% of people have a daily physical health routine. Only 28% have a mental health one. Be Present closes that gap. SUPPORT: love@littlebeat.io

About

FocusBeats

Enhance your work and study with a unique blend of focus-enhancing music and the Pomodoro technique. Choose from 25 themed playlists and customizable sessions to boost productivity and enjoyment.

Highlights
  • 25 unique music themes
  • Customizable Pomodoro sessions
  • Thematic audiovisual experience
  • Curated focus-enhancing playlists
  • Community theme suggestions
  • Automatic break notifications
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Transform your work and study sessions into a productive and enjoyable experience. FocusBeats combines the power of music and the proven efficiency of the Pomodoro technique into a single application. Whether you're crunching numbers, crafting your latest piece, or studying for exams, FocusBeats is your go-to for maintaining focus and enhancing productivity. --- Works With or Without Apple Music --- FocusBeats now ships with built-in royalty-free focus music — no Apple Music subscription needed. Pick a royalty-free theme, hit start, and you have a fully working Pomodoro timer with focus music. If you do have Apple Music, every one of the 48 themes is unlocked for you, with hand-curated playlists from Apple's catalog. --- 48 Hand-Curated Themes Across 6 Categories --- Dive into an extensive collection of music themes ranging from broad topics like "Movie & TV Soundtracks" and "Classical Music" to more focused ones like "Studio Ghibli", "Minecraft", "Harry Potter", and "Beethoven", neatly organized into six broad categories: Moods, Genres, Video Games, Movies & TV Shows, Soundtrack Composers, and Classical Composers. There's a theme for every mood and task. --- Customizable Pomodoro Sessions --- Tailor your focus sessions with three selectable Pomodoro lengths. Choose the number of Pomodoros to fit your schedule and break structure, optimizing your efficiency and focus. --- Thematic Audiovisual Experience --- With each theme, enjoy a carefully curated playlist paired with hand-painted artwork that matches the mood of the music. This unique combination not only aids in concentration but also adds an element of enjoyment to your work or study routine. --- Curated Music for Focus --- Every playlist has been hand-curated and refined for focus — distracting tracks removed, instrumental balance prioritized, and seamless transitions between songs. Say goodbye to distractions and hello to productive, deep focus sessions. --- Suggest New Themes --- Is your favorite theme missing? No problem! You can suggest new themes to be added, making FocusBeats a continually evolving platform shaped by its community. ===== How It Works ===== 1. Select Your Theme: Choose from 48 different themes across 6 categories to match your task or mood. 2. Customize Your Pomodoro: Decide on the length and number of Pomodoros that suit your workflow. 3. Focus and Enjoy: Start your session with your selected theme playing in the background, accompanied by a fitting image to enhance your focus. 4. Automatic Breaks: Get informed about breaks with an audio cue and your background music pausing. Dive right back in when the music continues playing! ===== Why FocusBeats? ===== 1. Enhanced Productivity: Combining music and the Pomodoro technique helps you achieve high levels of productivity. 2. Variety and Customization: With 48 themes and flexible session configurations, you can personalize your focus experience. 3. Community-Driven Content: Your suggestions help expand our theme collection, ensuring there's always something new to explore. 4. FocusBeats is more than just a timer; it's a lifestyle tool designed to enhance your work and study sessions. Join the FocusBeats community today and take the first step towards transforming your productivity and focus! -- Notes -- – 5 royalty-free themes (HoliznaCC0, Kevin MacLeod, Scott Buckley, Jason Shaw, Sascha Ende) play without any subscription — fully functional Pomodoro timer with focus music, free. – The other 43 themes use Apple Music's catalog and require an Apple Music subscription. – All 48 themes are unlocked from day one — there is no in-app purchase gate on themes. An optional In-App Purchase unlocks longer Pomodoro lengths (60 / 90 minutes) and longer session counts. -- Legal Notice -- Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Be Present4 screens
FocusBeats4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Be Present at 101 against FocusBeats's 1. Be Present also leads on iOS requirement (16.2 vs 26.0). FocusBeats's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 78%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Be Present sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and FocusBeats sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FocusBeats holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Be Present has 101 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Be Present's written reviews are positive against 100% of FocusBeats's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Be Present ships an update fortnightly, FocusBeats every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and August 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Be Present versus FocusBeats: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBe PresentFocusBeats
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (101 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews77.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings101 — better1
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS16.2 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size104 MB220 MB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperLittleBeat LLCCihat Guenduez

Customer experience

Be Present

All ratings92 ratings
Positive92.4%
Neutral2.2%
Negative5.4%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral5.6%
Negative16.7%

FocusBeats

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Be Present

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly subscription1 Month trial$5.991 Month
  • Limited time discounted offer7 Days trial$12.991 Year
  • 7 Day Trial Yearly Plan7 Days trial$19.991 Year
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  • Discounted yearly subscription1 Month trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Exclusive Lifetime Plan Offer$12.99
3 purchases

FocusBeats

Subscriptions2
  • Premium (Monthly)$0.991 Month
  • Premium (Yearly)3 Days trial$4.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium (Lifetime)$19.99

Questions

Is Be Present free?
Be Present is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FocusBeats free?
FocusBeats is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Be Present or FocusBeats?
FocusBeats is rated higher. Be Present averages 4.8 out of 5 from 101 ratings, while FocusBeats averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Be Present or FocusBeats have ads?
Neither Be Present nor FocusBeats shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Be Present or FocusBeats?
Be Present ships an update fortnightly, and FocusBeats every 2 weeks. Most recently, Be Present was updated on September 19, 2026 and FocusBeats on August 15, 2026.

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