# Iron Focus vs Minnow

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Iron Focus at 12.0 against Minnow's 18.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Iron Focus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $11.90 per year and Minnow sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

## The numbers

| Metric | Iron Focus | Minnow |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minnow-things-and-thoughts/id6743229089/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **2** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 days |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 92 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [VERSELINGO COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1545142493) | [统伟 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/1766625276) |

## What reviewers say

### Iron Focus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iron-focus-pomodoro-timer/id6738629929)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly | $11.90 | per year |
| 6 Months | $11.95 | per 6 months |
| Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |


### Minnow

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minnow-things-and-thoughts/id6743229089)

This minimalist app helps you capture key tasks and insights without overwhelming you. It offers a calm space for ideas and focus, with four distinct areas for managing your thoughts and progress. Enjoy a simple, natural experience with quick access and no intrusive reminders.

**Highlights:** Minimalist design, Four distinct spaces (Now, Morrow, Gone, Flow), Smooth gestures and haptics, Widgets for quick access, No deadlines or reminders, iCloud sync, Data export as Markdown

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Supreme Good Like Water | $1.99 | one-time |
| Heart of a Newborn | $2.99 | one-time |
| Heaven and Earth Endure | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Iron Focus free?

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

### Is Minnow free?

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

### Do Iron Focus or Minnow have ads?

Neither Iron Focus nor Minnow shows ads.

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