Comparison

FocusBeats vs Lofi Bear

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

Head to head
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/

About

Lofi Bear

Enhance your focus and productivity with a blend of lofi music and customizable timers. Create a calm atmosphere for studying, working, or relaxing with curated playlists and ambient sounds. Gentle notifications help you manage your sessions effectively.

Highlights
  • Lofi music playlists
  • Customizable Pomodoro timers
  • Ambient soundscapes
  • Session notifications
  • Personalized timer styles
Features
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Immerse yourself in a calm, productive atmosphere with Lofi Bear — your cozy companion for studying, working, and unwinding. Lofi Bear combines lofi music playlists with a customizable pomodoro timer to help you stay focused and productive while maintaining balance. Key Features: Focus with Lofi Music: Stream relaxing lofi beats across genres like Chill, Study, Beats, Ambient, and Dreamy — perfect for deep work or winding down. Custom Pomodoro Timers: Stay productive with built-in timers designed to enhance your focus sessions. Customize focus time, break lengths, and sessions to fit your workflow. LIsten to Ambient Sounds: Amplify your study sessions with different ambient sounds to focus to. Notifications: Enable notifications to gently remind you when it's time to take a break or start your next session. Personalized Timers: Choose from different timer types and colors to match your mood and tasks. Create your own peaceful study haven — one session at a time. Download Lofi Bear today and let the music guide your focus! This app is free with the option to upgrade to Premium. Lofi Bear Premium gives you access to additional features: -You can subscribe to this app to get access to pomodoro customization, unlimited song skips, and genre selection. -Subscription options are: 1-month with 3-day free trial, 1-year . Links to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy can be found below: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ https://www.privacypolicies.com/live/11ad9f47-6e2c-4302-9ed3-6cfe0d4bfecc

Screenshots

FocusBeats4 screens
Lofi Bear4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: FocusBeats at 5.0 against Lofi Bear's 4.5. FocusBeats also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 73%) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly). Lofi Bear's advantage is ratings volume (49 vs 1) and iOS requirement (17.2 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. FocusBeats sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Lofi Bear sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 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 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lofi Bear has 49 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of FocusBeats's written reviews are positive against 73% of Lofi Bear's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FocusBeats ships an update every 2 weeks, Lofi Bear monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
FocusBeats versus Lofi Bear: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocusBeatsLofi Bear
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.5 (49 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better73.3% of reviews
Number of ratings149 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS26.017.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size220 MB506 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperCihat GuenduezWhilce Raphael Varquez

Customer experience

FocusBeats

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

Lofi Bear

All ratings49 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral2.0%
Negative12.2%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive73.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative26.7%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

FocusBeats

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

Lofi Bear

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Subscribers$4.991 Month
  • Premium Subscribers3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$34.99

Questions

Is FocusBeats free?
FocusBeats is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Lofi Bear free?
Lofi Bear is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FocusBeats or Lofi Bear?
FocusBeats is rated higher. FocusBeats averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Lofi Bear averages 4.5 from 49 ratings.
Do FocusBeats or Lofi Bear have ads?
Neither FocusBeats nor Lofi Bear shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FocusBeats or Lofi Bear?
FocusBeats ships an update every 2 weeks, and Lofi Bear monthly. Most recently, FocusBeats was updated on October 9, 2026 and Lofi Bear on October 22, 2026.

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