Reminder Focus Timer vs HyperFocus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Reminder Focus Timer
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This app is a simple focus timer app built for users of the Reminders app. Setting a time based goal to complete your task can help you lock in your focus. This app provides a useful extension to the Reminders app by allowing you to manage your to-do list in the Reminders app, but focus with a timer on a specific goal or task in this app. MULTIPLE REMINDERS IN ONE TIMER You can select multiple reminders to complete in a single timer. Simply tap "Next" to mark off the current Reminder and move onto the next one. LIVE ACTIVITIES The app supports Live Activities to allow you to see your current focus timer on your lock screen. *Access to Reminders is required to the use the focus timer.
HyperFocus
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"The Guilt-Free Timer Designed for ADHD" Have you ever given up on a timer app? Itβs not your lack of willpower. It was simply the wrong tool. HyperFocus is a productivity tool built with the ADHD brain in mind. We donβt judge or blame. Start without a plan, and get praised even when you stop midway. [4 Principles of HyperFocus] 1. Start in 1 Second (Zero Friction) No complex settings, no login required. Just open the app and press one button to dive into your flow. We eliminate the gap between thought and action to help you execute immediately. 2. Dopamine Every 5 Minutes (Micro Rewards) Do you have to endure 25 minutes to get a reward? Not here. We give you stars, haptic feedback, and praise every 5 minutes. Keep your brain stimulated and engaged without the boredom. 3. Stopping Midway is Still a "Success" (No Shame) Stopped after 14 minutes? That is not a failure. That is "14 minutes of success." Even if you stop early, your records accumulate. Your effort never goes to waste. [Medical Disclaimer] This app is a productivity tool designed to assist with time management and concentration. It does not provide medical diagnosis or treatment.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Reminder Focus Timer at daily against HyperFocus's weekly. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Reminder Focus Timer ships an update daily, HyperFocus weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Reminder Focus Timer | HyperFocus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Daily β better | Weekly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 β better | 18.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Travis Chapman | Younggun Kim |
In-app purchases
Reminder Focus Timer
No in-app purchases
HyperFocus
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Reminder Focus Timer free?
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Do Reminder Focus Timer or HyperFocus have ads?
Which is updated more often, Reminder Focus Timer or HyperFocus?
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