Comparison

LaxtTime vs FocusBlocks

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

Head to head
About

LaxtTime

Track recurring events and tasks with this simple reminder app. It records the last occurrence of any activity and can send interval-based reminders. Visualize your habits with data statistics and heat maps.

Highlights
  • Record last occurrence of events
  • Set repeat reminders with intervals
  • Schedule management with calendar
  • Data statistics (weekly, monthly, yearly)
  • Flexible recording (notes, pictures, options, values)
  • Clean UI with dark/light themes
  • Personalization options
Features
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LaxtTime is a simple and easy-to-use recording app that you can use to track anything in your life. If you have recurring events in your life, LaxtTime is perfect for keeping track of them. #For example, you can record The last time you cleaned the kitchen The last time you meditated The last time you exercised, drank water, went shopping... LaxtTime not only accurately records the last occurrence of each event but also automatically reminds you based on intervals you set. It's your reliable memory assistant, allowing you to focus on living without worrying about remembering trivial matters. #Features [Record Last Occurrence] LaxtTime records the time since each event last occurred, accurate to the minute. If you often can't remember when something last happened, LaxtTime is your reliable assistant. LaxtTime remembers everything for you, so you don’t have to. [Repeat Reminders] LaxtTime has only one reminder function, which is to remind you repeatedly based on the time interval you set. Once you complete the task, the reminder countdown resets. You can also turn off reminders and only record the last occurrence time. Simple design, appropriate reminders. [Schedule Management] LaxtTime also provides a simple and easy-to-use calendar to help you manage your schedule. [Data Statistics] LaxtTime also has powerful data statistics functions. You can view activity status by week, month, and year, including check-in days, check-in times, average intervals, and other information. At the same time, LaxtTime will help you calculate the average number of check-ins and check-in times, helping you discover patterns in your life. [Flexible Recording] LaxtTime supports recording four types of attributes: notes, pictures, options, and values. You can create several options, such as choosing [Running], [Rowing], [Swimming]... to record each of your workouts. You can also record the distance of each run, [3km], [4km]... [Clean UI] LaxtTime features carefully designed light and dark theme color schemes, as well as a very clean UI, allowing you to quickly obtain the information you need. [Rich Personalization] LaxtTime offers dozens of preset colors, and you can also customize colors to mark your records. At the same time, LaxtTime supports a wealth of settings to personalize your experience. [Practical Widgets] Supports widget check-ins and countdown displays. [Heat Map] Use heat maps to understand your activity patterns. [Membership Instructions] Members can unlock all paid features of LaxtTime and enjoy free updates for future advanced features. --- After confirming the purchase and payment, your iTunes account will automatically renew the subscription. The Apple iTunes account will charge within 24 hours before the expiration date. Once the payment is successful, the subscription period will extend by one subscription period. To cancel the renewal, please manually turn off the auto-renewal feature in the iTunes/AppleID settings at least 24 hours before the current subscription period ends. During the trial period, if the iTunes account does not cancel the subscription, it will automatically start the subscription and charge at the end of the trial period. Any unused trial period will be forfeited after purchasing the subscription. This service allows you to choose whether to cancel; if you choose not to cancel, the renewal service for the next billing period will start automatically. [Privacy policy] (a) https://merciful-sugar-3e6.notion.site/Laxt-Time-Privacy-7b76083d34d545abb8a59efe25c001f7 (b) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ [Terms of service] (a) https://merciful-sugar-3e6.notion.site/Terms-of-service-08c6aecd3d5b4e6f8c91adb04f770826?pvs=74

About

FocusBlocks

Features
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Can't focus on studying or work? FocusBlocks combines the Pomodoro Technique with time blocking in one beautiful focus timer. See exactly when, what, and how long you focused — turning aimless days into productive ones. --- Solves Real Problems --- ・Hard to focus despite trying to study ・End of day feels lost: "What did I even do today?" ・Working from home but losing focus ・Can't find a study rhythm for exams ・Too many tasks, don't know where to start --- Key Features --- ■ Pomodoro Timer 25 minutes of focus, 5-minute break, repeat. Scientifically proven productivity boost. Fully customizable focus, break, and long break durations. ■ Time Blocking Plan your day with focus blocks on a timeline — morning reading, work sessions, afternoon study. Drag to adjust easily. ■ Visual Timeline A beautiful timeline shows your entire day at a glance. See what you should be doing right now. ■ Live Activities Timer displayed on Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. Check remaining time without opening the app. ■ Home & Lock Screen Widgets Display today's plan on your home screen. ■ Weekly Statistics Visualize focus time, session count, and completion rate with charts. ■ Routine Templates Save and reuse configurations like "Morning Routine," "Work Mode," or "Exam Prep." ■ Interruption Logging Record what broke your focus — phone calls, social media, colleagues. Build deeper focus through weekly review. --- Perfect For --- ・Students preparing for exams or learning a new skill ・Remote workers struggling to stay focused at home ・Morning routine or evening routine builders ・Freelancers managing their own time ・People with ADHD seeking focus structure ・Anyone fighting smartphone distractions --- More --- ・Full dark mode support ・16 languages supported ・Privacy first: all data stored on your device only --------------------------------- Sage Apps Series A collection of iOS utility apps designed for simplicity and ease of use. Unified design to make your day a little better. >> Search "Sage Apps" on the App Store for more ---------------------------------

Screenshots

LaxtTime4 screens
FocusBlocks4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FocusBlocks at none against LaxtTime's 4. LaxtTime's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. LaxtTime sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. FocusBlocks asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LaxtTime ships an update every 9 days, FocusBlocks every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and August 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
LaxtTime versus FocusBlocks: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLaxtTimeFocusBlocks
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (27 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews77.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings27 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer定荣 郭Yusuke Takeuchi

In-app purchases

4 purchases

LaxtTime

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Premium Annual7 Days trial$5.991 Year
One-time2
  • Premium Lifetime-Early Bird$17.99
  • Premium Lifetime$17.99
None

FocusBlocks

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LaxtTime free?
LaxtTime is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FocusBlocks free?
FocusBlocks is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do LaxtTime or FocusBlocks have ads?
FocusBlocks shows ads; LaxtTime does not.
Which is updated more often, LaxtTime or FocusBlocks?
LaxtTime ships an update every 9 days, and FocusBlocks every 2 months. Most recently, LaxtTime was updated on September 26, 2026 and FocusBlocks on August 12, 2026.

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