Comparison

Focus Shield vs ShieldFlow

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

Head to head
About

Focus Shield

Features
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Build healthier digital habits and stay focused throughout your day with a smart app designed for app blocking and digital wellbeing. Whether you are studying, working, or preparing for sleep, this app helps you reduce distractions and manage screen time more effectively. Block distracting apps instantly or automatically using schedules that fit your routine. Use quick action modes to switch into focus when needed, and prevent app installation or removal to maintain consistency. With detailed summaries and usage insights, you can better understand your habits and make meaningful improvements over time. Designed for simplicity and control, the app supports mindful device usage without complexity, helping you stay productive, balanced, and in control of your digital life. Enjoy a completely ad-free experience with no interruptions. Key Features โ€ข App Blocking Block selected apps to reduce distractions and improve focus. โ€ข Quick Blocking Instantly block apps with a single tap for short focus sessions or breaks. โ€ข Scheduled Blocking Automatically block apps during specific times of the day. โ€ข Prevent App Installation and Uninstallation Restrict app installation and removal to avoid bypassing focus settings. โ€ข Quick Action Modes Activate pre-built modes such as Study, Work, Bedtime, and more. โ€ข Custom Schedules Create personalized schedules based on your daily routine. โ€ข Schedule Details and Summary View detailed information and summaries of your active and completed schedules. โ€ข Usage Insights Understand your focus patterns with insights from quick blocks and scheduled sessions. Ideal For โ€ข Students and learners โ€ข Professionals and remote workers โ€ข Anyone looking to improve focus and digital wellbeing Terms of Use: https://appaspect.com/apps/apple/focusshield/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://appaspect.com/apps/apple/focusshield/privacy.html

About

ShieldFlow

Features
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Take back your focus. ShieldFlow blocks distracting apps using Apple's own Screen Time technology โ€” so you can do your best work, build real habits, and reclaim your day. WHY SHIELDFLOW Phone addiction is real. The average person picks up their phone 96 times a day. ShieldFlow puts you back in control โ€” without guilt, without complexity. FEATURES INSTANT APP BLOCKING Block any app in one tap. Selected apps show a shield screen instead of opening. Works with Apple's FamilyControls โ€” the same technology Apple uses for Screen Time. FOCUS LOCK Pick a duration before you start and ShieldFlow makes it impossible to quit early. 25 minutes free. Unlock longer sessions with Pro. POMODORO MODE Built-in Pomodoro timer automatically blocks apps during work intervals and lifts them during breaks. No setup required. AUTOMATIC SCHEDULES Set recurring focus windows for work hours, study time, or bedtime. ShieldFlow blocks automatically โ€” no manual tapping required. STREAKS & DAILY STATS Track your focus minutes, build streaks, and watch your progress with a beautiful weekly chart. Habits stick when you can see them. DAILY GOALS Set a daily focus goal from 30 minutes to 8 hours. Watch your progress bar fill up throughout the day. 100% PRIVATE ShieldFlow never sees which apps you block. Zero data leaves your device. No account required. No tracking. No ads. HOW IT WORKS 1. Enable Screen Time access (takes 5 seconds) 2. Choose which apps distract you most 3. Tap Start Focus โ€” those apps are gone 4. End the session and see your stats grow FREE VS PRO Free includes: block up to 3 individual apps, Focus Lock up to 25 minutes, 1 automatic schedule, daily stats, and streak tracking. ShieldFlow Pro unlocks: block entire app categories (social, games, news โ€” one tap blocks them all), unlimited individual app blocking, extended Focus Lock (50m, 90m, and custom), unlimited schedules, monthly insights, and priority support. Try Pro free for 7 days โ€” no charge until the trial ends. Cancel anytime in iOS Settings. PRIVACY Your data never leaves your iPhone. ShieldFlow uses Apple's FamilyControls framework and never has access to which apps you block. No account needed. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Focus Shield4 screens
ShieldFlow4 screens

Verdict

The call

Focus Shield and ShieldFlow are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters โ€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them โ€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Focus Shield sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and ShieldFlow sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Focus Shield versus ShieldFlow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocus ShieldShieldFlow
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad โ€” better
Requires iOS16.0 โ€” better17.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size32 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAppAspect Technologies Pvt. Ltd.Angela Freeman

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Focus Shield

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Yealy Premium Subscription3 Days trial$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • LifeTime Premium Subscription$19.99
2 purchases

ShieldFlow

Subscriptions2
  • ShieldFlow Pro$6.991 Month
  • ShieldFlow Pro7 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Focus Shield free?
Focus Shield is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ShieldFlow free?
ShieldFlow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Focus Shield or ShieldFlow have ads?
Neither Focus Shield nor ShieldFlow shows ads.

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