Lystra vs Kuma
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Lystra
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Lystra is your clean, offline-first space to instantly capture thoughts, todos, and ideasβno distractions, no noise. Write down what matters the moment it hits you. Add todos with a single tap, mark them done, or swipe to delete. Pin the most important for quick access. Whether itβs a quick reminder, a task, or a passing thoughtβyouβll always know where it is. With speech-to-text, you can record ideas hands-free, in any language. It detects what youβre saying and writes it down. Fast. Use customizable widgets to keep your most important list on your Home Screen, always visible, always synced. Lystra is not just a notes appβitβs your organized mind on autopilot. Privacy Policy: https://lystrall-pp.netlify.app/ Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Kuma
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Meet Kuma β your cuddly focus companion that turns deep work into a game you actually want to play. Start a focus session and your bear settles in to study right alongside you. Stay off your phone and your bear thrives; every Pomodoro you finish builds your streak, fills your daily and weekly goals, and earns delightful badges. Drift off task and your bear notices β gentle accountability that actually sticks. WHY KUMA β’ Gamified focus timer β Pomodoro-style sessions with a companion who roots for you β’ Build real momentum β daily & weekly goals, streaks, and collectible badges keep you coming back β’ Made for deep work & study β great for students, ADHD brains, and anyone fighting procrastination β’ Beautifully simple β a calm, distraction-free design that gets out of your way β’ Gentle reminders β nudges that help you start, and celebrate the moment you finish HOW IT WORKS 1. Pick a focus length and tap start 2. Put your phone down and do the work 3. Watch your bear grow, your streak climb, and your goals fill up 4. Earn badges and build a focus habit that lasts Whether you're cramming for exams, shipping a project, or just trying to beat the endless scroll, Kuma makes concentration feel rewarding instead of like a chore. Download Kuma and start your first focus session today. Kuma Pro Unlock everything with a weekly or annual subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://llsean.github.io/app-legal/focusbear/privacy.html Terms of Service: https://llsean.github.io/app-legal/focusbear/terms.html
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Verdict
Lystra and Kuma are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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. Lystra sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.39 per 7 days and Kuma sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Lystra | Kuma |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | β | Weekly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Emanuele Di Pietro | θε ζ¨ |
In-app purchases
Lystra
- All Access$0.397 Days
- All Access$7.991 Year
Kuma
- Pro Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Pro Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year









