Retime vs Present

SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED: Retime requires a subscription to access all features after 2 free trial sessions. Subscribe for unlimited access to deep work sessions and premium productivity tools.Transform your phone from distraction machine to productivity powerhouse with Retime - the deep work app that automatically blocks selected apps during your focus sessions. AUTOMATIC APP BLOCKING FOR DEEP WORK
Say goodbye to willpower battles. Retime uses Apple’s Screen Time API to seamlessly block distracting apps during your scheduled work sessions. No more “just one quick check” that derails your entire afternoon. SMART SCHEDULING FOR EVERY ROUTINE • Daily focus sessions for consistent deep work • Weekday-only blocks for work-life balance • Weekend productivity sprints when you need them • Custom schedules that adapt to your unique rhythm POWERFUL FEATURES FOR SERIOUS FOCUS • Session Streaks: Build momentum with visual progress tracking • Focus Analytics: See exactly how your productivity improves over time • Gentle Reminders: Stay on track without harsh interruptions • Quick Session Start: Begin focused work in seconds • Clean Architecture: Smooth, reliable performance you can count on WHY CHOOSE RETIME?
 Unlike basic app timers or complicated productivity systems, Retime is built specifically for deep work practitioners who need reliable, automatic protection from digital distractions. Our clean, intuitive interface gets out of your way so you can focus on what matters most. PERFECT FOR: • Knowledge workers tackling complex projects • Students preparing for exams or writing papers • Creatives needing uninterrupted time for their craft • Anyone serious about building better screen time habits • Teams wanting to establish focused work cultures SEAMLESS INTEGRATION Retime works harmoniously with your existing workflow. Set your schedule once, and the app handles the rest. Your important calls and messages still come through - we only block the apps you choose to block. START YOUR DEEP WORK JOURNEY
Download Retime today and experience what it’s like to have hours of uninterrupted, high-quality work time. Your most productive self is waiting. Requires iOS 17.0 or later. Uses Apple’s Screen Time API for reliable app blocking.

Present helps you break the reflex to open distracting apps. Set daily open limits, let Present enforce them with Apple’s Screen Time controls, and stay focused on what matters. Choose the apps that derail your day, cap how many times you can launch them, and get a gentle intervention when you’re done. Limits reset automatically at midnight, so every day starts fresh. Limit app opens, not just minutes: cap daily launches for each app Per-app blocking: only the app that hits its limit is paused, others stay available Temporary access: request short extra time when you truly need it Simple tracking: see usage and limit status at a glance Automatic resets: clean slate every night at midnight Private by design: picks are made with Apple’s Family Controls; app names stay on-device How it works: select apps with Apple’s FamilyActivityPicker, set daily open counts, and let Present block the specific app once the limit is reached. You’ll get interventions that keep you honest without shutting down your whole phone. Works on iPhone and iPad (Screen Time permission required).