Comparison

MindKeep Pro vs DOS Focus

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

Head to head
About

MindKeep Pro

This app redefines personal organization with a fluid interface for capturing ideas, managing reminders, and journaling. It offers seamless syncing across devices, advanced task management, and biometric security for a focused and inspired experience.

Highlights
  • Liquid Glass interface
  • Handwriting and OCR capture
  • Seamless iCloud Sync
  • Smart Notes with color-coding and tags
  • Advanced reminders and notifications
  • Biometric security (Face ID/Touch ID)
  • Journaling with customization
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Built for Productivity. Evolved for You. MindKeep Pro 5 redefines personal productivity with its groundbreaking Liquid Glass interface, MindKeep Snap handwriting and OCR capture, and Echo of the Past legacy features—all wrapped in a refined experience that adapts beautifully to you. With Version 5, MindKeep Pro transitions fully into its next-generation platform, offering unmatched performance, deep customization, and a freemium model that lets you start free and expand with powerful in-app upgrades. Why Choose MindKeep Pro 5 MindKeep Pro 5 blends clarity, creativity, and control. Whether you’re capturing ideas, managing reminders, or journaling your thoughts, every action feels fluid and intentional. Its modern design, built with Liquid Glass visuals and Aurora motion, keeps you focused and inspired. Powerful Features to Elevate Your Productivity • Seamless iCloud Sync – Keep your notes, reminders, and lists synchronized across all your Apple devices. • Smart Notes – Color-code, tag, and filter your notes for effortless organization. • Advanced Reminders – Schedule one-time or recurring notifications so you never miss what matters. • Sticky Notes 2.0 – Pin ideas and quick memos to your home screen with new designs and colors. • Lists & To-Dos – Manage daily tasks and projects with simple, intuitive checklists. • Voice Assist – Add notes or reminders hands-free with quick voice commands. • Journal Reimagined – Write, reflect, and personalize entries with emojis, colors, and smooth scrolling layouts. • Clean Slate Hub – Wipe only what you choose—Notes, Reminders, Lists, Journal, or everything at once. • Biometric Security – Protect your workspace with Face ID or Touch ID authentication. • Pro Shop – Unlock premium tools like MindKeep Snap, StickyDesigner, and the Rewards Shop through in-app purchases. A New Standard for Focus and Flow Every corner of MindKeep Pro 5 is crafted for elegance and speed. From the Liquid Glass transitions to Aurora-smooth animations, you’ll experience productivity that feels effortless and immersive. It’s ad-free, intuitive, and designed for the way you work. Experience the Future of Productivity. Download MindKeep Pro 5 today and discover what it means to truly stay in flow.

About

DOS Focus

Enhance concentration with nostalgic computer sounds and a distraction-free environment. Customize focus sessions, track progress, and personalize your interface with classic DOS themes for improved productivity.

Highlights
  • Retro soundscapes
  • Customizable focus sessions
  • Focus progress reports
  • Classic DOS themes
  • Offline and minimal design
Features
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Defragment your mind and restore clarity — one retro beep at a time. DOS Focus helps you stay in the zone using nostalgic computer sounds that bring a calm, distraction-free atmosphere. Whether you’re working, studying, or just taking a digital detox, this app turns your focus sessions into a retro experience. Features: • Retro Soundscapes — Immerse yourself in the soothing hum of old-school computers. • Custom Focus Sessions — Choose from quick 15-minute sprints to deep 4-hour marathons. • Focus Report — Track your sessions and see how your concentration improves over time. • Retro Themes — Personalize your screen with classic DOS colors — from Cyan to Magenta. • No distractions — Simple, offline, and minimal. Just focus. Why it works: Retro sounds evoke a sense of calm and simplicity. DOS Focus eliminates digital clutter so your brain can reboot, recharge, and refocus — like defragmenting your hard drive. Whether you’re a developer, writer, student, or anyone craving quiet productivity, DOS Focus brings back the feeling of working on a clean, timeless system — where nothing interrupts your flow. - Reboot your focus. Reclaim your clarity. - Welcome to DOS Focus.

Screenshots

MindKeep Pro4 screens
DOS Focus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MindKeep Pro at 5.0 against DOS Focus's 4.0. MindKeep Pro also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (7 vs 1). DOS Focus's advantage is iOS requirement (18.6 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. MindKeep Pro sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and DOS Focus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MindKeep Pro holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MindKeep Pro has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MindKeep Pro ships an update monthly, DOS Focus every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
MindKeep Pro versus DOS Focus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMindKeep ProDOS Focus
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (7 ratings) — better4.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better1
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS26.018.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB105 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJoseph CimoNguyen Vu Thai

In-app purchases

11 purchases

MindKeep Pro

One-time11
  • MindKeep Snap$0.99
  • Recurring Reminders$0.99
  • Customization$0.99
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  • More Reminders$0.99
  • More Lists$0.99
  • MindKeep Pro Journal$0.99
  • More Sticky Notes$0.99
  • MindWriter Bundle$1.99
  • Reminder Bundle$1.99
  • Customizer Bundle$1.99
  • Mega MindKeep Pro Bundle$3.99
2 purchases

DOS Focus

Subscriptions1
  • Try DOS FOCUS PRO$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Try DOS FOCUS PRO$8.99

Questions

Is MindKeep Pro free?
MindKeep Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DOS Focus free?
DOS Focus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MindKeep Pro or DOS Focus?
MindKeep Pro is rated higher. MindKeep Pro averages 5.0 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while DOS Focus averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do MindKeep Pro or DOS Focus have ads?
Neither MindKeep Pro nor DOS Focus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MindKeep Pro or DOS Focus?
MindKeep Pro ships an update monthly, and DOS Focus every 3 months. Most recently, MindKeep Pro was updated on September 29, 2026 and DOS Focus on September 18, 2026.

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