Focus Arc vs Splora
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Focus Arc
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Focus Arc turns your focus time into a little adventure. Start a timer, lock in on your task โ and get cheered on by characters that root for you, hype you up, and sometimes just crack a bad joke. Stop the Doom-Scrolling Turn on Deep Focus and block distracting apps during your session. You choose which ones โ Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, whatever pulls you in. No swiping, no "just a quick look". Just you and your task. Your Focus, Your Village Every session earns you coins. Use them to unlock new characters, build structures on your Focus Island, and watch your village grow โ session by session. Over 25 Collectible Characters From the motivating Panda to the grumpy Troll to the philosophical Blue Pawn โ every character has their own personality, their own lines, and their own animations. Some unlock through focus time, others through streaks or weekly challenges. A Timer That Fits You Classic countdown or endless mode as a stopwatch. With Live Activities on your lock screen and Apple Watch sync, you always know where you stand โ even with your phone in your pocket. Daily Rewards & Challenges Log in daily for increasing rewards. Weekly challenges give you a goal and unlock exclusive content. Streaks & Achievements Keep your streak alive, hit milestones, and collect achievements. Every day counts. iCloud Sync & Apple Watch Your progress syncs across all your devices. Start sessions right from your wrist โ timer sync between iPhone and Apple Watch works both ways. Focus Arc isn't just another timer app with gamification slapped on top. It's an app that genuinely tries to make focus time a little more enjoyable โ with characters that feel like small companions on the way to better habits. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Splora
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Turn your study and work sessions into an epic ocean adventure! Splora is a gamified Pomodoro timer designed to help you beat procrastination, stay focused, and build the ultimate pirate empire. Say goodbye to boring timers and distractions. With Splora, every minute you spend focusing earns you gold coins. Dock at uncharted islands, set your timer, and complete your tasks to conquer new territories! Will you be a simple deckhand, or will you rise to the rank of Pirate Lord of the High Seas? HOW IT WORKS: - Dock at an island on the world map. - Set your focus timer and start studying or working. - DO NOT leave the app! If you abandon the session, your progress is lost. - Complete the timer to conquer the island stage and earn Focus Coins (1 coin for every focused minute). FEATURES: - Gamified Productivity: Conquer islands by completing focus stages. The longer you focus, the harder the islands become to conquer. - Build Your Fleet: Spend your hard-earned gold to unlock diverse 3D ships, from the humble Coastal Dinghy to the legendary Phantom ship. - Decorate Captain's Island: Unlock your personal haven. Buy exclusive decorations, giant statues, and nature elements to make it truly yours. - Collect Pets: Need company while studying? Buy companions like the Pirate Parrot or the Wise Turtle to keep you motivated on your desk. - Immersive Soundscapes: Block out background noise with relaxing ambient sounds. - Track Your Progress: Check your Logbook to see your total focus hours, daily averages, and your current daily streak. Whether you're studying for an exam, writing code, or doing deep work, Splora brings the thrill of exploration to your desk. Set sail, Captain. The treasure of deep focus awaits!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Splora at none against Focus Arc's 10. Splora also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 11 days) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Focus Arc sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Splora asks for nothing beyond the download.
Focus Arc ships an update every 11 days, Splora every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Focus Arc | Splora |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | Every 4 days โ better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No โ better |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 15.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 81 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ibrahim Varli | Matteo Avanzi |
In-app purchases
Focus Arc
- Yellow Archer$0.99
- Black Lancer$0.99
- Yellow Lancer$0.99
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- Yellow Monk$0.99
- Red Monk$0.99
- Black Archer$0.99
- Blue Archer$0.99
- Blue Monk$0.99
- Blue Warrior$0.99
- Bob$0.99
Splora
No in-app purchases









