Comparison

NowFocus vs Zap

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

Head to head
About

NowFocus

Features
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Controlling Screen Time is critical for mental health, focus, productivity, and relationships. Social media and other addictive apps can easily distract you from your goals. NowFocus helps you focus so you can make the most out of every day.  Users find that NowFocus helps them: - Reduce social media impulse opens - Focus on deep work and engage in flow state activities - Reduce the level of distraction  85% save at least 1 hour *daily* thanks to the app.  Social Media Doomscrolling is the cause of excessive screen time for many people, with Nowfocus, users report that: - Phone Addiction subsides - Dopamine craving for apps is less powerful  Digital Minimalism is a new health wave that Nowfocus enables for users: - Limit apps in alignment with your intention - Mindfulness practices encourage a more balanced approach to phone usage  Digital Wellbeing is a large and growing consideration in the health and wellness spaces. Nowfocus users have found it helpful in dealing with: - Anxiety - Better managing ADHD - Improving productivity at work - Staying in focus when you need it most - Depression - Socializing  Research indicates that negative habits are hard to change through willpower alone, but that small, recurring nudges are effective at reshaping default patterns of behavior.  CREATE A PERSONALIZED APP LIST  You can add or remove any App and Website that are distracting to you directly from NowFocus' settings in the app.  You can customize your NowFocus experience and block all apps and sites on your phone, including: - Facebook - Instagram - Snapchat - TikTok - YouTube - Netflix - Tinder - Hinge - Bumble - Many more: News, Messaging, Dating, Money apps etc.  PRIVATE & SAFE We use Apple's Screen Time API in order to monitor and block apps you use. Installation is easy and takes a few seconds on your iPhone.  Unlike most apps, Nowfocus works entirely on your phone and personal browsing data never leaves your device.  TERMS, PRIVACY & CONDITIONS Read on: https://imoblife.net/NowFocus/PrivacyPolicy/Terms_&_Conditions.html https://imoblife.net/NowFocus/PrivacyPolicy/Privacy_Policy.html https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Zap

This app uses a science-backed timer to help you overcome distractions and complete tasks. It alternates between focus sprints and breaks, with smart app blocking to eliminate digital temptations. Earn rewards for completing sessions and stay motivated towards your goals.

Highlights
  • Customizable focus and break timer
  • Goal setting and task management
  • Smart app blocking
  • Motivational notifications
  • Dark mode
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ZAP is your essential focus tool designed to help you overcome distractions and complete your most important tasks. Our science-backed timer method trains your brain to stay locked in, alternating between intense focus sprints and quick recharge breaks. No more "I'll do it later" energy. How to use ZAP: 1. Answer a few quick questions to personalize your focus experience 2. Set your todos and start sessions* 3. Earn gems when you complete your session* ZAP keeps your brain in peak performance mode, while smart app blocking eliminates digital temptations. After each successful focus session, ZAP rewards your progress with encouraging notifications that build momentum toward your goals. Say goodbye to distractions and hello to completed tasks. Key features: - Simple, distraction-free timer with customizable work/break durations - Goal setting to keep you accountable - Dark mode for eye comfort during extended sessions - Motivational notifications celebrate your wins after each session If you have any ideas or questions, please email us at hello@digimaworks.com. Subscription information* Focus sessions and gem rewards require a subscription. The subscription will automatically renew unless turned off in your iTunes Account Settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends. From iTunes Account settings you can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew. Your iTunes Account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. If you subscribe before your trial ends, the remaining free trial period will be forfeited when your purchase is confirmed. Apple's Standard End-User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Our Terms of Service: https://tryzap.app/terms-and-conditions Our Privacy Policy: https://tryzap.app/privacy

Screenshots

NowFocus4 screens
Zap4 screens

Verdict

The call

NowFocus and Zap are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. NowFocus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month and Zap sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NowFocus ships an update every 5 days, Zap weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
NowFocus versus Zap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNowFocusZap
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB82 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLepeng LiDigima Works

In-app purchases

2 purchases

NowFocus

Subscriptions2
  • 1-Month Premium$2.491 Month
  • 1-Year Premium3 Days trial$29.991 Year
5 purchases

Zap

Subscriptions5
  • Unlimited Zap2 variants$3.991 Month
  • Unlimited Zap3 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Unlimited Zap$17.991 Year
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  • Unlimited Zap$19.991 Year
  • Unlimited Zap3 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is NowFocus free?
NowFocus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Zap free?
Zap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NowFocus or Zap have ads?
Neither NowFocus nor Zap shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NowFocus or Zap?
NowFocus ships an update every 5 days, and Zap weekly. Most recently, NowFocus was updated on October 30, 2026 and Zap on October 24, 2026.

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