Comparison

Focus Flow vs TURN

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Focus Flow

Features
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Stay focused. Flow better. FocusFlow is a beautifully designed Pomodoro timer that helps you stay productive, build better habits, and stay in control of your time. Whether you’re studying, working from home, writing, or coding, FocusFlow gives you the structure and environment to stay in the zone. Backed by the science of the Pomodoro Technique, FocusFlow breaks your work into focused sessions with scheduled breaks. Add calming ambient soundscapes and insightful habit tracking, and you’ve got a powerful tool for sustainable productivity. Core Features Pomodoro Timer • Use the classic 25/5/15 Pomodoro setup or create your own (premium). • Track your time visually with a smooth progress indicator. • Timers run in the background with notifications and haptic feedback. • Easily switch between work, short break, and long break modes. Ambient Soundscapes • Improve focus with built-in sounds: White Noise, Rain, Coffee Shop, Forest, Ocean. • Upgrade to premium for 10+ additional options: Lo-Fi, Meditation Bells, Nature Mix, and more. • Fade in/out transitions and volume control for a smooth audio experience. • Automatically switch sounds when transitioning from work to break sessions. Habit Tracking & Insights • Track your completed Pomodoro sessions daily and weekly. • Maintain streaks and visualize your progress with a simple dashboard. • Use the calendar view to see when and how often you’re focusing. Clean, Minimalist Design • Distraction-free timer interface designed for deep focus. • Supports dark and light mode with a smooth, modern aesthetic. • Accessible for all users with support for VoiceOver. • Subtle animations and haptic feedback enhance the experience without distraction. Premium Subscription (Optional) Upgrade to FocusFlow Premium and unlock advanced features: • Customize all timer durations. • Access the full library of premium ambient soundscapes. Start with a 7-day free trial, then just $2.99/month Why FocusFlow? FocusFlow is more than a timer—it’s a productivity companion designed to help you build sustainable habits and stay grounded throughout your day. Whether you want to reduce distractions, get more done, or build a long-term routine, FocusFlow helps you stay focused with intention. Download FocusFlow today and take the first step toward better focus. Terms of Service: https://christophershireman.com/focus-flow-terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://christophershireman.com/focus-flow-privacy-policy/

About

TURN

This app offers a unique, minimalist approach to time management. Simply tilt your phone to select a preset focus or break duration, then tap to start. Sessions conclude when you decide they're finished, promoting uninterrupted work and mindful breaks.

Highlights
  • Tilt-based time selection
  • Customizable presets
  • Manual session ending
  • Automatic logging
  • Filtered records
  • Dark and light themes
Features
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Tilt to choose. Tap to begin. TURN removes every step between you and focus. No lists to scroll. No sliders to drag. Tilt your phone toward one of four directions, each mapped to a preset time, and tap the compass to start. Once you start, there's nothing to look at. The timer keeps running no matter how you set the phone down. When it reaches zero, it doesn't end on its own — it keeps going until you say done. Not "stop at 25 minutes," but "stop when I'm finished." Breaks work the same way. Start one and step away. A notification brings you back. Designed in Seoul by Pukaki. Features - Tilt-based time selection, four customizable presets - Focus, Break, and Long Break — all set in minutes - Sessions end when you decide, not when the clock does - Automatic logging with optional tags - Records filtered by date or tag - Matt white and Matt black themes - No accounts. No tracking. No ads.

Screenshots

Focus Flow4 screens
TURN4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Focus Flow at Free against TURN's $1.99. TURN's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Focus Flow is free to download; TURN costs $1.99 up front. Focus Flow sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. TURN asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Focus Flow versus TURN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocus FlowTURN
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Paid
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.418.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size219 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristopher ShiremanJunhong Park

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Focus Flow

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Premium Subscription7 Days trial$2.991 Month
None

TURN

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Focus Flow free?
Focus Flow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TURN free?
TURN costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Focus Flow or TURN have ads?
Neither Focus Flow nor TURN shows ads.

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