Comparison

Timepencil vs DOS Focus

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

Head to head
About

Timepencil

Features
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What it is: A clock on which you can annotate quickly (Just like how you mark things on a table calendar!) Purpose: Spontaneous and quick visualization of a day Background story: Lockdown blurred my days and nights, Breakfast at two, then four, odd sights. Calendars failed, friction too steep— I sketched my hours, a circle to keep. An analog clock showed the way, Day at a glance, simple, clear, my day.

About

DOS Focus

Enhance concentration with nostalgic computer sounds and a distraction-free environment. Customize focus sessions, track progress, and personalize your interface with classic DOS themes for improved productivity.

Highlights
  • Retro soundscapes
  • Customizable focus sessions
  • Focus progress reports
  • Classic DOS themes
  • Offline and minimal design
Features
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Defragment your mind and restore clarity — one retro beep at a time. DOS Focus helps you stay in the zone using nostalgic computer sounds that bring a calm, distraction-free atmosphere. Whether you’re working, studying, or just taking a digital detox, this app turns your focus sessions into a retro experience. Features: • Retro Soundscapes — Immerse yourself in the soothing hum of old-school computers. • Custom Focus Sessions — Choose from quick 15-minute sprints to deep 4-hour marathons. • Focus Report — Track your sessions and see how your concentration improves over time. • Retro Themes — Personalize your screen with classic DOS colors — from Cyan to Magenta. • No distractions — Simple, offline, and minimal. Just focus. Why it works: Retro sounds evoke a sense of calm and simplicity. DOS Focus eliminates digital clutter so your brain can reboot, recharge, and refocus — like defragmenting your hard drive. Whether you’re a developer, writer, student, or anyone craving quiet productivity, DOS Focus brings back the feeling of working on a clean, timeless system — where nothing interrupts your flow. - Reboot your focus. Reclaim your clarity. - Welcome to DOS Focus.

Screenshots

Timepencil3 screens
DOS Focus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Timepencil at none against DOS Focus's 2. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. DOS Focus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per year. Timepencil asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Timepencil versus DOS Focus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTimepencilDOS Focus
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.5 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB105 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVineet KapilNguyen Vu Thai

In-app purchases

None

Timepencil

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

DOS Focus

Subscriptions1
  • Try DOS FOCUS PRO$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Try DOS FOCUS PRO$8.99

Questions

Is Timepencil free?
Timepencil is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DOS Focus free?
DOS Focus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Timepencil or DOS Focus have ads?
Neither Timepencil nor DOS Focus shows ads.

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