# Focus Shield vs Ember

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Focus Shield at 16.0 against Ember's 18.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Focus Shield sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Ember sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus Shield | Ember |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Size | 32 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [AppAspect Technologies Pvt. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/962656494) | [Lahiru Chathuranga](https://appshunter.io/developer/1830723819) |

## What reviewers say

### Focus Shield

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-shield-app-blocker/id6748439429)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Yealy Premium Subscription | $12.99 | per year |
| LifeTime Premium Subscription | $19.99 | one-time |


### Ember

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ember-focus-and-app-blocker/id6757117435)

This app helps you block distracting applications and build better focus habits. It uses device technology to control which apps are blocked and when, supporting work, study, or rest periods. Enjoy a clean design with a privacy-first approach, as it does not track activity or collect personal data.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps, One-tap focus mode, Schedule app blocking, Block apps during specific times, Clean and calm design, Privacy-first, no tracking, Uses Apple Screen Time technology

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $2.99 | per month |
| Annual Plan | $14.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focus Shield free?

Focus Shield is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Ember free?

Ember is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do Focus Shield or Ember have ads?

Neither Focus Shield nor Ember shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*