Comparison

REACH vs Midas Focus

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

Head to head
About

REACH

Features
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This is a companion app for REACH tDCS Study.

About

Midas Focus

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Your brain isn't broken. Your inputs are. Midas uses visual neuroscience to train your brain to focus β€” faster, deeper, and on demand. Each session delivers research-backed stimulation that shifts your nervous system into a calm, alert state in minutes. FOUR SCIENCE-BACKED MODES Gamma Flicker 40Hz light stimulation triggers gamma brainwave activity linked to deep focus and memory. Backed by MIT and Nature research. Fractals Natural mathematical patterns rendered at 40Hz. Fractal exposure measurably reduces physiological stress β€” helping you enter flow without forcing it. Gaze Training Follow-the-dot exercises that trigger the release of acetylcholine and epinephrine β€” the two neurochemicals that drive sustained attention and neuroplasticity. Used by elite athletes and militaryoperators. Bilateral Stimulation (EMDR) Rhythmic side-to-side visual movement calms the nervous system before demanding work. Based on EMDR therapy principles. HOW IT WORKS 1. Pick a mode based on what you need right now 2. Choose a pattern and session length 3. Watch the visuals β€” your brain does the rest 4. Track your focus score, streaks, and progress WHY MIDAS β€’ Sessions as short as 3 minutes β€’ No meditation experience required β€’ No audio, no talking, no woo β€” just visual neuroscience β€’ Beautiful 60 FPS animations designed for each technique β€’ Focus score tracks your improvement over time β€’ Streak tracking to build a daily habit β€’ Privacy-first β€” your data stays yours Whether you're preparing for deep work, calming pre-meeting nerves, or building a daily focus practice, Midas gives your brain the right input at the right time. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

REACH4 screens
Midas Focus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: REACH at none against Midas Focus's 2. REACH also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Midas Focus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. REACH asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
REACH versus Midas Focus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterREACHMidas Focus
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size35 MB22 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSooma OyOwen Taylor

In-app purchases

None

REACH

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Midas Focus

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Yearly$29.991 Year

Questions

Is REACH free?
REACH is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Midas Focus free?
Midas Focus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do REACH or Midas Focus have ads?
Neither REACH nor Midas Focus shows ads.

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