Focusly vs MindState
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
MindState
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MindState is a calm sound studio for sleep, relaxation, focus, and deeper meditation. Most sound apps hand you fixed presets. MindState lets you shape gentle, personal listening sessions around the way you actually unwind, then save them and return whenever you need them. Sleep and wind down Ease toward rest with soft evening soundscapes. Quiet tones, gentle noise, and nature sounds like rain, ocean waves, and wind fade in and out smoothly, so nothing jolts you awake. Relax and ease stress Let your mind settle after a long day. Warm tones and natural ambience such as campfire, stream, crickets, and birdsong create a softer space for breathing, journaling, stretching, or simply resting. Meditate more deeply Build spacious, steady sessions for breathwork, body scans, and quiet reflection. Layer calm tones with ambience to fade out distractions and stay present. Focus and study Settle into reading, studying, writing, or deep work with steady, repeatable sound you can keep coming back to. Made to fit you Everyone responds to sound differently. What soothes one person can feel too busy for another. MindState gives you simple control over tone, volume, layers, and length, so each session feels right for your ears and your routine. A calm, simple way to listen - Start from a library of ready-made mixes - Adjust them in a few taps, or fine-tune every detail - Set how long each session lasts - Add your own audio when you want - Schedule gentle listening routines for morning or night - Preview before you save - Share a mix with a simple QR code - Listen with headphones, or use speaker-friendly tones without them - Available in 8 languages Create a mix. Listen. Adjust it until it feels right. Save it, and come back whenever you want to rest, reset, or focus. MindState is a tool for everyday calm, not a medical product. Use it in the way that helps you feel more rested, settled, and present. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.mindstatelabs.com/privacy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: MindState at monthly against Focusly's every 6 months. MindState also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.4). On price, ads 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 MindState sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Focusly ships an update every 6 months, MindState monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Focusly | MindState |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Monthly β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better |
| Requires iOS | 18.4 | 15.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 36 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Abijith Bahuleyan | MindState Labs |
In-app purchases
Focusly
- Premium - Monthly$2.991 Month
- Unlimited access7 Days trial$19.991 Year
MindState
- Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Yearly1 Month trial$44.991 Year
- Campanillas de barra de chakra$3.99









