# Pattrn vs Focused

The clearest difference is monetization model: Pattrn at free with in-app purchases against Focused's subscription. Pattrn also leads on ratings volume (1.1K vs 6) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). Focused's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pattrn sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Focused sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Pattrn against 4.7 for Focused. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pattrn has 1.1K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Pattrn ships an update weekly, Focused every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pattrn | Focused |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pattrn-discipline-tracker/id6740924171/reviews)** | [4.7 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focused-focus-sessions/id6754571510/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 91.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 89 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pedro Schott](https://appshunter.io/developer/1792277768) | [Matthew Morones](https://appshunter.io/developer/1837269531) |

## What reviewers say

### Pattrn

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pattrn-discipline-tracker/id6740924171)

Build discipline and focus with an AI coach that adapts to your needs. Track routines, set goals, and measure progress with gamified features. This app helps you stay consistent and achieve your long-term objectives.

**Highlights:** AI coach for motivation and clarity, Track focus and consistency scores, Gamified progress with RPG elements, Build habit streaks and link to goals, Set SMART goals and milestones, Home and lock screen widgets

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pattrn Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Pattrn Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $44.99 | one-time |


### Focused

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focused-focus-sessions/id6754571510)

This app helps you track, analyze, and share your focus sessions. It offers advanced analytics, app blocking during sessions, and multiple timer modes including Pomodoro. Set daily and weekly goals to improve your productivity and understand your time management.

**Highlights:** Track focus sessions, Advanced analytics and insights, Block distracting apps, Pomodoro and other timer modes, Organize sessions with tags, Create and share session summaries, Set daily and weekly focus goals

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Focused | $12.99 | per month |
| Focused | $14.99 | per month |
| Focused | $29.99 | per year |
| Focused | $39.99 | per year |
| Focused | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pattrn free?

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

### Is Focused free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pattrn or Focused?

Pattrn is rated higher. Pattrn averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Focused averages 4.7 from 6 ratings.

### Do Pattrn or Focused have ads?

Pattrn shows ads; Focused does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pattrn or Focused?

Pattrn ships an update weekly, and Focused every 3 weeks. Most recently, Pattrn was updated on November 12, 2026 and Focused on October 30, 2026.

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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.*