# FocusTimes! vs Gentle Start

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FocusTimes! at none against Gentle Start's 1. FocusTimes! also leads on ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gentle Start sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. FocusTimes! asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for FocusTimes! against 5.0 for Gentle Start. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FocusTimes! | Gentle Start |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focustimes/id6745910619/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gentle-start-focus-timer/id6767757117/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 days |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 143 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Puspa Kafley](https://appshunter.io/developer/1813988267) | [JOHNNY LI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1778905380) |

## What reviewers say

### FocusTimes!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focustimes/id6745910619)

A minimalist Pomodoro timer app designed to enhance focus and productivity. It provides a serene environment with calming sounds to help users work mindfully without distractions. The app operates entirely locally, requiring no login or data transfer.

**Highlights:** Minimalist Pomodoro timer, Calming background sounds, Focus and productivity enhancement, Local data storage, No login required

**In-app purchases:** none


### Gentle Start

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gentle-start-focus-timer/id6767757117)

This app provides a simple, one-tap timer to help overcome procrastination. It focuses on the act of starting, counting up from zero without pressure or goals. Designed for those who struggle with initiating tasks, it offers a calm experience with visual themes and ambient sounds.

**Highlights:** One-tap timer start, Upward counting timer, Living themes with animations, Ambient soundscapes, Live Activities integration, No streaks or goals

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gentle Start Premium | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FocusTimes! free?

FocusTimes! is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Gentle Start free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FocusTimes! or Gentle Start?

FocusTimes! and Gentle Start are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do FocusTimes! or Gentle Start have ads?

Neither FocusTimes! nor Gentle Start shows ads.

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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.*