Focusdown vs Face Down
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
Focusdown
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Help keep your mind of task and block out time to focus.
Face Down
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Face Down helps you reclaim focus and manage screen time with two powerful modes. FOCUS MODE ā Digital Wellbeing Place your phone face-down and lock it to stay focused on what truly matters. Perfect for deep work, studying, meals with family, or simply disconnecting. ⢠Automatic session tracking when phone is face-down ⢠Daily streak counter to build healthy habits ⢠Session history to visualize your progress ⢠Achievement system to celebrate milestones ⢠Gentle reminders to maintain your focus routine CHILD LOCK MODE ā Screen Time Control Set a timer to lock your device for a specific duration. A simple, effective tool for managing kids' screen time during homework, bedtime, or family time. ⢠Manual timer lock with custom durations ⢠PIN-protected unlocking ⢠Face-up detection with gentle reminders ⢠Emergency override for safety ⢠Vibration and sound alerts SAFETY FIRST Face Down is built with comprehensive safety features: ⢠Emergency call access always available (999/112/911) ⢠Incoming call exception handling ⢠Low battery auto-termination (below 5%) ⢠Thermal safety monitoring ⢠Accessibility support for VoiceOver/TalkBack users ⢠Malicious use disclaimer and safeguards PRO FEATURES (Optional One-Time Purchase) ⢠Custom session timers for both modes ⢠Multiple alarm sound options ⢠Text-to-speech announcements (child-friendly messages) ⢠Vibrate-only mode ⢠Detailed session summaries NO SUBSCRIPTIONS Pro features are unlocked with a single one-time purchase. No recurring fees, no hidden costs. DESIGNED FOR EVERYONE Whether you're a student fighting distractions, a professional seeking deep work, a parent managing screen time, or simply someone wanting to build healthier phone habits ā Face Down meets you where you are. Your phone can be a tool, not a tyrant. Take control with Face Down. --- Face down = Focus up.
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The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Focusdown at none against Face Down's 1. Face Down's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Face Down sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Focusdown asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Focusdown | Face Down |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | ā | Every 5 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No ā better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13.0 ā better |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Joshua Hoban | GARY ANDREW WINSTONE |
In-app purchases
Focusdown
No in-app purchases
Face Down
- Pro Features$1.99









