# StepBloc vs Focus Timer

The clearest difference is ratings volume: StepBloc at 485 against Focus Timer's 5. On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StepBloc sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Focus Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for StepBloc against 4.6 for Focus Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StepBloc has 485 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

StepBloc ships an update weekly, Focus Timer every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | StepBloc | Focus Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (485 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepbloc-screen-time-blocker/id6480580480/reviews) | **[4.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-timer-pomodoro-study/id6554001622/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **485** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 63.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 32 MB | 107 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hamsters Technology](https://appshunter.io/developer/1684075068) | [Mykola Mylashko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1073344258) |

## What reviewers say

### StepBloc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepbloc-screen-time-blocker/id6480580480)

This app helps you reduce screen time by requiring physical activity to unlock distracting apps. Earn your app access by completing workouts like push-ups, squats, or reaching step goals. Take control of your digital habits and improve your health simultaneously.

**Highlights:** Earn app access through push-ups, squats, or steps, Block distracting apps until goals are met, App blocking scheduler, Set daily usage limits, Track focus minutes, Digital habit insights and reports, HealthKit integration for step tracking

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pass | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Pass | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Blocks apps very well
- 👍 Free to use
- 👍 Innovative concept
- 👍 Effective screen time reduction
- 👍 Motivates exercise

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Push-up/squat tracking issues
- 🐛 Daily limits in free version
- 🐛 Limited free features
- 🐛 Unintuitive timer
- 🐛 Lacking features

**Reported bugs**

- Push-up counter can be cheated
- Squat counter can be cheated
- App keeps blocks after deletion
- Push-up system is faulty
- Squats not registered correctly

**Requested features**

- Accumulate screen time
- Start day with screen time
- Reset banked steps daily
- Widget for progress tracking
- Macbook app


### Focus Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-timer-pomodoro-study/id6554001622)

Enhance productivity and well-being with focused work sessions and guided meditations. Customize your workflow with adjustable focus and break periods, and track your progress to optimize your daily routine.

**Highlights:** Customizable Pomodoro sessions, Guided pre-work meditations, Timely notifications and reminders, Progress tracking for habits, Personalized focus and break periods

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium (1 Month) | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium (1 Year) | $14.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StepBloc free?

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

### Is Focus Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, StepBloc or Focus Timer?

Focus Timer is rated higher. StepBloc averages 4.5 out of 5 from 485 ratings, while Focus Timer averages 4.6 from 5 ratings.

### Do StepBloc or Focus Timer have ads?

Neither StepBloc nor Focus Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, StepBloc or Focus Timer?

StepBloc ships an update weekly, and Focus Timer every 9 days. Most recently, StepBloc was updated on September 30, 2026 and Focus Timer on September 22, 2026.

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