# Focus vs Deny

The clearest difference is rating: Deny at 5.0 against Focus's 1.0. Deny also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). Focus's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Focus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Deny asks for nothing beyond the download.

Deny holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus | Deny |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-screen-time-control/id6504875881/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deny-screen-time-lock/id6773738211/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 180 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HC MAKER - PHOTO LOGO BACKGROUND EDITOR APPS FOR FREE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1441921885) | [StepAI K.K.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1891787914) |

## What reviewers say

### Focus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-screen-time-control/id6504875881)

This app helps you regain control of your day by reducing distractions from social media and excessive screen time. It aims to boost productivity, improve mental well-being, and help you make the most of your time.

**Highlights:** Reduce social media distractions, Block distracting apps, Improve productivity, Enhance mental well-being, Save time, Own your day

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium features | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium features | $19.99 | per year |


### Deny

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deny-screen-time-lock/id6773738211)

This app helps you regain focus by blocking distracting applications. It requires a friend's approval to unlock apps, fostering accountability and making screen time limits stick. Take back your attention with a collaborative approach to digital well-being.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps and sites, Schedule app blocking, Daily time limits for apps, Friend approval required for unlocks, Temporary unlock with countdown, Collaborative progress tracking

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focus free?

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

### Is Deny free?

Deny is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Focus or Deny?

Deny is rated higher. Focus averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Deny averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Focus or Deny have ads?

Focus shows ads; Deny does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*