Comparison

For Focus vs Timer_i26

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

Head to head
About

For Focus

Features
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Overwhelmed by drifting focus and task piles? ForFocus is the ADHD brain’s routine-and-focus coach. Beat time-blindness, procrastination, and distraction with visual timers, energy-level tasks, and AI task breakdowns. WHY FORFOCUS WORKS FOR ADHD ForFocus is built by and for neurodivergent adults. Every tool is tuned to reduce executive-function friction and turn micro-wins into lasting habits. KEY FEATURES β€’ Focus Sessions – Visual (and tactile) timers β€’ AI Magic Breakdown – Speak or type β€œdo taxes” and get bite-size, ordered steps you can actually start. β€’ 3-Item Task Queue – Shows only the next three doable tasks, auto-sorted by energy, due time, and context. β€’ Cross-Device Sync – iCloud keeps tasks and streaks updated on all your devices. β€’ Privacy First – No ads, no tracking; your data lives in your iCloud account. HOW USERS WIN Start tasks in under 60 secondsβ€”no more endless setup screens. Feel the passage of time with visual & haptic cues to fight time-blindness. Replace overwhelm with clear, bite-size next actions. Build consistent daily rhythms that survive low-dopamine days. For detailed information, please visit our Privacy Policy: noworrieslifestyle.com/privacy-policy and EULA: https://www.noworrieslifestyle.com/eula/

About

Timer_i26

Features
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Stay focused. Take action. Reach your goals. Timer_i26 is designed to help you start tasks without procrastination, stay focused, and manage your time effortlessly. No harsh alarms β€” just a subtle signal marking the end of your session, leaving you free to extend or wrap up as you wish. Perfect for: β€’ Studying, coding, writing, or reading with full focus β€’ Structuring work or relaxation sessions at your own pace β€’ Reaching short-term goals without pressure β€’ Managing your time clearly and stress-free Key features: β€’ Instant start: launch a timer quickly (fast timer or a pre-created timer with name and duration). β€’ Smooth ending: a short sound marks the end β€” never an abrupt stop. β€’ Extend or end: you decide when the session truly ends. β€’ Timer library: create, find, and relaunch your custom timers instantly. β€’ Easy reordering: rearrange timers with simple drag and drop. β€’ Built-in search and favorites: access your frequent timers in seconds. β€’ Compact bottom view: keep an eye on your timer while navigating the app. β€’ iCloud sync: your timers stay up to date across all your devices. β€’ Quick-launch widgets: open Timer_i26 right from the Home Screen, Lock Screen, or Control Center (widgets are launch shortcuts only). β€’ Refined design and ergonomics: crafted to enhance focus and flow, offering a smooth and pleasant experience β€” the result of years of artistic direction and deep integration between system and app through Liquid Glass (thanks Apple). β€’ Optimized for iPhone and iPad: includes a resizable iPad version, also available on Mac. Privacy Policy: https://jb-online.fr/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

For Focus4 screens
Timer_i264 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: For Focus at every 5 days against Timer_i26's every 3 weeks. For Focus also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. For Focus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Timer_i26 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

For Focus ships an update every 5 days, Timer_i26 every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
For Focus versus Timer_i26: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFor FocusTimer_i26
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 days β€” betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 β€” better26.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size2 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNo Worries! Lifestyle, LLCCarole, Claude Thibaut

In-app purchases

2 purchases

For Focus

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$34.991 Year
2 purchases

Timer_i26

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly1 Month trial$1.991 Month
  • Yearly$8.991 Year

Questions

Is For Focus free?
For Focus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Timer_i26 free?
Timer_i26 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do For Focus or Timer_i26 have ads?
Neither For Focus nor Timer_i26 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, For Focus or Timer_i26?
For Focus ships an update every 5 days, and Timer_i26 every 3 weeks. Most recently, For Focus was updated on September 23, 2026 and Timer_i26 on September 27, 2026.

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