Focus Timer vs ChronoZen
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Focus Timer
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Stay focused with Pomodoro. Block distractions. Build a real focus habit. Focus Timer combines a simple Pomodoro timer with app blocking, so it is easier to start work and keep going without switching between multiple apps. Use it for studying, deep work, ADHD-friendly routines, and distraction-free focus sessions. What you can do with Focus Timer β’ Run Pomodoro sessions with custom work and break lengths β’ Block distracting apps during focus sessions β’ Auto-start the next timer for smoother work cycles β’ Pause, resume, or end sessions anytime β’ Track focus time with simple daily and monthly stats β’ Build streaks and stronger focus habits β’ Organize sessions by category β’ Set reminders for planned focus time β’ Sync your data across devices with Premium Great for β’ Students β’ ADHD users β’ Remote workers β’ Freelancers β’ Anyone who wants to focus with fewer distractions Why people use Focus Timer β’ Pomodoro timer and app blocker in one app β’ Simple setup and easy daily use β’ Focus stats that help you stay consistent β’ A clearer way to study and work without interruptions Focus Timer is designed to help you start faster, stay focused longer, and make steady progress every day. Some features, including sync, may require a subscription. Terms of Use: https://iosdeveloper.uk/focus/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://iosdeveloper.uk/focus/privacy/
ChronoZen
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ChronoZen helps you stay on track when time slips away. Built for focus and time blindness: a clear timer on your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island so you always see how much is left. β’ FOCUS TIMER β Set 5 to 60 minutes, start, and see progress on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island. Pause, resume, or end from the widget. β’ BEAT TIME BLINDNESS β Time stays visible so you can focus without losing track. β’ PRO (ONE-TIME) β Unlock daily and weekly stats, streaks, category insights, focus reminders, Siri (βWhat are my ChronoZen focus statistics?β), and custom themes. No subscription. β’ PRIVACY β All data stays on your device. No account required to use the app. Ideal for ADHD, studying, work blocks, or anyone who wants a simple, visible focus timer.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Focus Timer at weekly against ChronoZen's every 8 months. 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
Both are free to download. Focus Timer sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and ChronoZen sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Focus Timer ships an update weekly, ChronoZen every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Focus Timer | ChronoZen |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Weekly β better | Every 8 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad β better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 165 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Andrei Bogoslovskii | Tarik Davulcu |
In-app purchases
Focus Timer
- Monthly Premium$1.991 Month
- Pomodoro Premium3 Days trial$1.991 Month
- Monthly Premium$4.991 Month
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- Yearly Premium$4.991 Year
- Yearly Premium7 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Pomodoro Premium3 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Yearly Premium$14.991 Year
- Yearly Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year
ChronoZen
- Lifetime Pro$4.99









