Focusy vs Bounded Focus
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Focusy
This app helps you stay focused by temporarily locking distracting applications until you complete your tasks. It's designed to build concentration habits, reduce smartphone addiction, and improve productivity for work or study.
- Register tasks and restrict apps
- Safe app locking via ScreenTime API
- Achievement animations and quotes
- Build concentration habits
- Reduce social media/game time
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Don't get distracted by your smartphone. Focus on what's really important. Focusy is a “concentration habit-forming app” that temporarily locks specified apps (such as social media and games) until you complete your to-do list. It's the perfect tool for people who want to break their smartphone addiction or concentrate on their studies or work. [Main Features] • Register tasks (TODOs) and restrict apps until they are completed • Safe app locking using the ScreenTime API • Achievement animations and inspirational quotes when unlocking to boost motivation <Recommended for> Those who want to focus on studying or work but keep reaching for their smartphone Those who want to reduce time spent on social media or games Those who struggle with self-management and want to develop habits Use your time for what truly matters. Focusy supports you in accomplishing your “to-do” Terms of Use: https://pattern-gear-31e.notion.site/Terms-of-Use-22940c6e39438010a093e8924e654d97?source=copy_link Privacy Policy: https://pattern-gear-31e.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-22940c6e3943809698e0cb151d102fc3?source=copy_link
Bounded Focus
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Most app blockers fail because you can dismiss them in one tap. Bounded Focus uses Apple Screen Time, so a block actually holds. It survives a force quit, a restart, and a reinstall. Block the apps that pull you in, cut your screen time, and get your focus back. Built for ADHD brains and anyone tired of losing hours to endless scrolling. BLOCK DISTRACTING APPS Pick the apps and websites that pull you in, social media, games, video, news, and block them on demand or automatically. No more opening Instagram on autopilot. SCHEDULES THAT RUN THEMSELVES Ready made routines like Sleep mode, Work hours, Deep work, and Study session block the right apps at the right times, every day, without you lifting a finger. GROW A FOCUS STREAK Every day you respect your blocks, your garden grows and your streak goes up. A gentle, rewarding way to build the habit, because progress should feel good, not like punishment. SEE YOUR REAL SCREEN TIME A clear breakdown of where your hours actually go, so you can decide what to cut. Your usage stays private, on your device. MADE FOR ADHD No shame, no guilt, no nagging. Grace tokens forgive a slip, so one rough day never breaks your streak. Friction and a calm design help you pause before you doomscroll. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Blocking runs through Apple Screen Time. We never see what you do in your apps. Your data stays on your device. WHY PEOPLE STAY People use Bounded Focus to study, to do deep work, to sleep better, to be present with family, and to finally take their attention back from apps that are designed to keep them hooked. Reclaim your time. Download Bounded Focus and start your first focus streak today. Bounded Pro is an auto-renewable subscription, with a monthly plan and a yearly plan that includes a 7-day free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless it is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use: https://boundedfocus.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://boundedfocus.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Bounded Focus at none against Focusy's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Focusy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Bounded Focus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Focusy ships an update monthly, Bounded Focus every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Focusy | Bounded Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 86 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | kentaro kimoto | Dedaldev Doo |
In-app purchases
Focusy
- Premium Plan (monthly)$3.991 Month
- Premium Plan (annual fee)$29.991 Year
- Lifetime Plan$29.99
Bounded Focus
- Bounded Pro Monthly$9.991 Month
- Bounded Pro Yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year









