FocusU vs Mendow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FocusU
This app helps you overcome procrastination by displaying only one task at a time, making it easier to start and complete your to-dos. It offers AI-powered task breakdown, a focus timer, and a daily reminder to keep you on track.
- One task at a time display
- AI-powered task breakdown
- Focus Timer (Pomodoro-style)
- Task completion tracking
- Daily reminders
- Dark Mode support
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Too many to-dos and not sure where to start? FocusU shows only the one task you should do right now. - One task at a time: the oldest task is the only one on screen, so you just start. Nothing to sort, decide or forget, which makes it ADHD-friendly - Postpone up to 3 times: after that the task is let go automatically, so your list never piles up - Look back on finished tasks with a stacked view and an activity grid - Task Breakdown: AI splits a big task into three small steps you can start now. 5 free, then watch one ad per breakdown or go unlimited with Pro - Focus Timer (pomodoro-style) for deep work - A daily reminder at the time you choose - Dark Mode support Beat procrastination, one task at a time. FocusU Pro An auto-renewable subscription that unlocks unlimited Task Breakdown, Focus Report (streaks, a 7-day chart, time to complete), Daily Goal and 11 Theme Colors including pastels (monthly or yearly plan, 1-week free trial for new subscribers). Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel it anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sakurawi.notion.site/FocusU-2aa7f1ea1f9180189524f702dd69d016
Mendow
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- Description - One‑liner: Mendow turns “ugh” into motion: it breaks tasks into small steps and auto‑schedules what you put off, so you always know what to do next. - Key Features - AI Step Breakdown: Type your task; AI turns it into clear, bite‑size actions. - Auto‑Schedule: Place backlog and unscheduled tasks into your day automatically. - Next Up: Always see the one best next step for today. - Routine Automation: Build daily/weekly habits and slot them in automatically. - Progress & Motivation: Level up with XP, titles, and visible progress. - Collection: Unlock and set Mr. Mendow icons and titles in your profile. - Smooth UX: Clean, focused UI that helps you start fast. - Mendow Plus: An optional plan for heavier AI usage. - Perfect for - Tasks that feel too big to start - Chronic procrastination and backlog build‑up - Split planning between calendar and to‑dos - Get started - Write one line → AI suggests small steps → Auto‑schedule into today. Small steps, real progress. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/mendow Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Mendow at none against FocusU's shown. FocusU's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, 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
Both are free to download. FocusU sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Mendow sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
FocusU ships an update every 4 days, Mendow every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FocusU | Mendow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | 17.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kota Sakurai | DAIKI HAYASHI |
In-app purchases
FocusU
- FocusU Pro (Monthly)7 Days trial$1.991 Month
- FocusU Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$14.991 Year
Mendow
- Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Annual$19.991 Year









