Comparison

Focus Timer · Questify vs GentleFocus

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

Head to head
About

Focus Timer · Questify

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Turn your real life into a ranked game. Stay focused, complete quests, earn XP. Whether you're building habits, studying, or just trying to stay off your phone — Questify makes it simple. Start a timer, pick a quest, and earn experience points the longer you stay on task.

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GentleFocus

Features
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GentleFocus reimagines productivity for ADHD minds and anyone who struggles with traditional focus methods. No more guilt, just gentle support that adapts to you. WHY GENTLEFOCUS IS DIFFERENT • Brain Dump First: Capture tasks instantly without organizing • Flexible Focus Modes: From 5-min sprints to mystery durations • Visual Progress: Color-coded timer that's satisfying to watch • Smart Breaks: Curated activities to recharge without losing momentum • No Judgment: Skip sessions, extend time, or reset without guilt TIMER MODES THAT WORK WITH YOU • Quick Start: Jump into 15-min sessions instantly • Flexible Flow: Adjust duration on the fly (10-45 min) • Pomodoro Classic: Traditional 25/5 intervals • Random Mystery: Surprise durations keep things interesting • Emergency Focus: 5-minute rescue sessions • Energy-Based: Match timer to your current energy • Deadline Mode: Work backwards from due dates DESIGNED FOR ADHD BRAINS • Clean, distraction-free interface • Large, tappable controls • Gentle notifications (never jarring) • Task time tracking without pressure • Visual and audio cues for transitions • Dark mode for sensitive eyes PREMIUM FEATURES • Unlimited timer modes • Advanced analytics and insights • Custom timer durations • Recurring task templates • Export session data Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Built by someone with ADHD, for people with ADHD. Finally, a timer that gets it.

Screenshots

Focus Timer · Questify4 screens
GentleFocus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Focus Timer · Questify at none against GentleFocus's 2. Focus Timer · Questify also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). GentleFocus's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads and device support 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

Both are free to download. GentleFocus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Focus Timer · Questify asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Focus Timer · Questify ships an update every 2 months, GentleFocus every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on May 17, 2026 and May 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Focus Timer · Questify versus GentleFocus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocus Timer · QuestifyGentleFocus
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLudovic CourbinEl ghali khalid

In-app purchases

None

Focus Timer · Questify

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

GentleFocus

Subscriptions1
  • Monthly Premium$0.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime access$12.99

Questions

Is Focus Timer · Questify free?
Focus Timer · Questify is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is GentleFocus free?
GentleFocus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Focus Timer · Questify or GentleFocus have ads?
Neither Focus Timer · Questify nor GentleFocus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Focus Timer · Questify or GentleFocus?
Focus Timer · Questify ships an update every 2 months, and GentleFocus every 10 days. Most recently, Focus Timer · Questify was updated on May 17, 2026 and GentleFocus on May 19, 2026.

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