Focusly vs SugarFlag
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Focusly
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Focusly helps you focus, study, and get into deep work with focus music, ambient sounds, and a built-in focus timer. Choose the right mode for the way you work: Deep Focus, Light Focus, Reading, and Creativity. Block distractions, stay in flow longer, and build a consistent focus routine. FOCUS MUSIC MODES β’ Deep Focus β for intense work sessions β’ Light Focus β steady attention without fatigue β’ Reading β calm background sound for reading β’ Creativity β soundscapes for idea + flow states FOCUS TIMER β’ Structure your work sessions and stay consistent β’ Great for study blocks, deep work, and productivity sprints AMBIENT & BACKGROUND SOUNDS β’ Rain β’ CafΓ© β’ Forest β’ Fireplace β’ River Perfect for masking noise and staying concentrated. SLEEP & WIND DOWN (optional) β’ Deep Sleep β’ Power Nap β’ Wind Down Gentle soundscapes to help you relax and reset. STRESS RELIEF & CALM β’ De-stress β’ Recharge β’ Unwind β’ Chill INSIGHTS Track your listening and focus patterns to understand when you focus best. SUBSCRIPTION TERMS Skip the payment screen by tapping βXβ in the top-right corner of the offer. The Free Edition of Focusly will start automatically. You can get access to Focusly Premium by subscribing to a recurrent plan of your choice. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment will be charged to your Apple account at confirmation of purchase. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be provided. Subscriptions may be managed by the user. Auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the userβs Account Settings after purchase. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during the active subscription period. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication. For more information: Terms of Use - https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy - https://appfocusly.github.io/focusly/privacy-policy.html
SugarFlag
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Take control of your health with one simple change. SugarFlag uses AI to instantly detect added sugar in any product β just scan the ingredient label with your camera. WHY SUGARFLAG? Added sugar hides in countless foods under dozens of names β glucose syrup, maltodextrin, dextrose, invert syrup, barley malt, and more. Even products labeled "natural" or "high protein" often contain added sugar. SugarFlag gives you instant clarity so you can stop guessing and start choosing better. HOW IT WORKS 1. Open SugarFlag 2. Tap the scan button 3. Take a photo of the ingredient label or choose from your library 4. Get a clear verdict in seconds CLEAR, SIMPLE RESULTS No calorie counting. No macro tracking. Just a straightforward answer: - No added sugar detected - Contains added sugar - Unclear or moderate Plus a short explanation identifying which ingredients are added sugars. SCAN HISTORY Review all your past scans in one place. Track what you've checked and make better shopping decisions over time. PRIVACY FIRST Your data is secure. We only process images you choose to scan. Your scan history can be deleted at any time. FREE TO TRY Start with a free 3-day trial. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited scans and full access. Perfect for: - Anyone looking to reduce added sugar intake - People managing diabetes or pre-diabetes - Parents making healthier choices for their families - Health-conscious shoppers tired of reading fine print Stop guessing. Scan it. For more information, visit sugarflag.com Privacy Policy: sugarflag.com/privacy Terms of Service: sugarflag.com/terms Support: info@sugarflag.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Focusly at none against SugarFlag's shown. SugarFlag's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 6 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Focusly sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and SugarFlag sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Focusly ships an update every 6 months, SugarFlag weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Focusly | SugarFlag |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Weekly β better |
| Ads | No β better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 18.4 | 15.1 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 50 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Abijith Bahuleyan | TOMAS SATAS |
In-app purchases
Focusly
- Premium - Monthly$2.991 Month
- Unlimited access7 Days trial$19.991 Year
SugarFlag
- Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
- Premium Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
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