Comparison

Focus Rainbow vs Anchor

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

Head to head
About

Focus Rainbow

Features
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Just a few minutes. The world becomes quiet. Focus Rainbow helps you step away from distractions and enter a calm, focused state. Choose the apps you need. Set a timer. Everything else fades away. Zen Mode removes unnecessary elements and creates a quiet space for deep focus. No pressure. No noise. Just a gentle way to focus. Make your time quieter. Color your focus. Software License Agreement https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Let’s add color to your focus with Focus Rainbow! We are truly delighted to help make your daily life a bit more enjoyable and fulfilling. Let’s continue working together towards a wonderful future! Thank you for using our app!

About

Anchor

This app enforces focus by blocking distracting applications at the system level, eliminating willpower reliance. It offers various focus modes, ambient soundscapes, and progress tracking to help users build better habits. Optional cloud sync ensures data privacy.

Highlights
  • System-level app blocking
  • Multiple focus modes (Pomodoro, Deep Work)
  • Ambient soundscapes
  • Progress tracking and analytics
  • Task and project management
  • Dynamic Island and Lock Screen integration
  • Achievements and streaks
Features
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Anchor blocks your distracting apps during focus sessions. Not a reminder. Not a nudge. Actually blocked. Most focus apps send a notification hoping you'll resist the urge to scroll. That doesn't work β€” especially when your brain craves dopamine. Anchor uses Apple's Screen Time API to lock apps at the system level. Try to open Instagram during a session? It won't open. No willpower required. FOCUS MODES Pomodoro: 25 min work, 5 min break with auto-cycling Deep Work: 45-90 min uninterrupted focus Creative Flow: Flexible timing for creative tasks Custom: Set your own duration and breaks REAL APP BLOCKING Select which apps to block during sessions System-level blocking via Apple Family Controls Animated shield screen when you try to open blocked apps No "Ignore Limit" button β€” apps are genuinely locked DYNAMIC ISLAND & LOCK SCREEN Animated progress ring on your Dynamic Island Timer visible on your lock screen without unlocking Home screen widgets for quick session starts Siri Shortcuts: "Hey Siri, start a focus session" AMBIENT SOUNDSCAPES Rain, ocean, forest, cafe, fireplace, white noise, or silence Mix with your own music or listen standalone TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Focus Score (0-100) based on consistency and completion Weekly and monthly reports with focus charts Heat map calendar showing your focus history Session reflections with mood tracking Streaks with Streak Shield protection (skip one day without breaking) ACHIEVEMENTS Unlock badges as you build your focus habit Track milestones and celebrate progress Apple Health sync writes Mindful Minutes automatically TASKS & PROJECTS Built-in task management for focus sessions Organize tasks into projects Track what you accomplished each session BUILT FOR PRIVACY No ads. No tracking. No data collection. Your data stays on your device Optional cloud sync with end-to-end encryption Built by a solo developer from Finland Free to download with all core features. Pro unlocks unlimited history, all soundscapes, advanced analytics, app blocking, and more. Monthly: €4.99/month (7-day free trial) Yearly: €39.99/year (save 33%, 7-day free trial) Lifetime: €79.99 (one-time purchase) Terms of Use: https://anchorfocusapp.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://anchorfocusapp.com/privacy

Screenshots

Focus Rainbow4 screens
Anchor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Anchor at every 4 days against Focus Rainbow's every 8 months. Anchor also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). 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

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

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

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Focus Rainbow ships an update every 8 months, Anchor every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 6 level
Focus Rainbow versus Anchor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocus RainbowAnchor
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsβ€”100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 4 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetizationβ€”Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.615.1 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size93 MB62 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperToshiaki NakamuraLassi Kotamaki

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Focus Rainbow

Subscriptions3
  • Premium 1 month$2.991 Month
  • Premium 6 months$17.996 Months
  • Premium 1 year$29.991 Year
3 purchases

Anchor

Subscriptions2
  • Anchor Pro Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Anchor Pro Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Anchor Pro Lifetime$69.99

Questions

Is Focus Rainbow free?
Focus Rainbow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Anchor free?
Anchor is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Focus Rainbow or Anchor have ads?
Neither Focus Rainbow nor Anchor shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Focus Rainbow or Anchor?
Focus Rainbow ships an update every 8 months, and Anchor every 4 days. Most recently, Focus Rainbow was updated on October 14, 2026 and Anchor on October 24, 2026.

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