# Focus Timer vs Anchor

The clearest difference is rating: Anchor at 4.8 against Focus Timer's 4.3. Anchor also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Focus Timer sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Anchor sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Anchor holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18 and 29 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Focus Timer's written reviews are positive against 100% of Anchor's.

Focus Timer ships an update fortnightly, Anchor every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus Timer | Anchor |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-timer-studious/id6642672538/reviews) | **[4.8 (29 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anchor-time-blocking-planner/id6748285761/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **29** |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 39 MB | 97 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Florent Perillat](https://appshunter.io/developer/1861519651) | [Alessandro Pluda](https://appshunter.io/developer/1824990896) |

## What reviewers say

### Focus Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-timer-studious/id6642672538)

Enhance focus and build productive habits with a tool that integrates a calendar, timer, and app blocker. Plan your day, track your time, and block distractions to reduce mental load and improve presence.

**Highlights:** Integrates with Apple Calendar, Creates focus timers from events, Standalone focus timer option, App blocking (scheduled and spontaneous), Supports ADHD and neurodivergent minds, Reduces mental load

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


### Anchor

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/anchor-time-blocking-planner/id6748285761)

Organize your day with focus blocks, capturing tasks and projects with smart dates and voice input. Plan your schedule by grouping tasks into time blocks, syncing with your calendar, and moving unfinished items forward. This independent app syncs across devices and offers offline functionality.

**Highlights:** Focus block scheduling, Task and project organization, Smart date and voice capture, Calendar and reminders sync, Cross-device iCloud sync, Offline functionality

**Features:** Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Super Anchor Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |
| Super Anchor Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focus Timer free?

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

### Is Anchor free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Focus Timer or Anchor?

Anchor is rated higher. Focus Timer averages 4.3 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Anchor averages 4.8 from 29 ratings.

### Do Focus Timer or Anchor have ads?

Neither Focus Timer nor Anchor shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Focus Timer or Anchor?

Focus Timer ships an update fortnightly, and Anchor every 3 days. Most recently, Focus Timer was updated on October 30, 2026 and Anchor on November 7, 2026.

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