Comparison

Unloop vs Focus Timer

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

Head to head
About

Unloop

This app helps you regain control of your phone usage by limiting access to distracting applications and websites. It offers various blocking modes, rewards for discipline, and tools to enhance focus and productivity.

Highlights
  • Advanced App Blocking (Normal & Hardcore Modes)
  • Collect 'Broken Loop' Achievements
  • Deep Work & Focus Sessions
  • Automated Detox Schedules
  • Insightful Screen Time Statistics
  • Interactive Widgets
Features
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Is your phone controlling you, or are you controlling your phone? We live in an economy of attention, where algorithms are designed to keep you hooked. Unloop is your shield against the noise. It helps you break the cycle of cheap dopamine, stop doomscrolling, and reclaim the hours you lose to the screen every day. Whether you are struggling with ADHD, striving for Deep Work, or simply want to be more present in your real life, Unloop provides the disciplined environment you need. RECLAIM YOUR ATTENTION Unloop is not just an app blocker; it is a commitment to a healthier digital lifestyle. By limiting access to highly stimulating apps, you regulate your dopamine levels, reduce brain fog, and rediscover your focus. KEY FEATURES: Advanced App Blocking Take full control. Select the apps and websites that trigger your bad habits. - Normal Mode: Great for daily moderation. - Hardcore Mode: For when willpower is not enough. Once actively blocked, there is no turning back until the timer runs out. Collect "Broken Loops" Rewarding your discipline is key to long-term success. Earn Broken Loop achievements by hitting your screen time goals and completing detox challenges. These badges serve as visual proof of your progress in breaking free from algorithmic loops. Deep Work & Focus Sessions Need to get things done? Launch instant Focus Sessions. Perfect for studying, working, or simply unplugging. If you hit a flow state, easily extend your session to maximize productivity. Automated Detox Schedules Set it and forget it. Create recurring blocking rules for work hours, morning routines, or sleep hygiene. Let Unloop handle your willpower automatically. Insightful Statistics You can not improve what you do not measure. Track your screen time, count your device pickups, and identify your most distracting apps. See exactly how much life you are winning back. Interactive Widgets Stay accountable right from your Home and Lock Screen. Monitor your remaining time and current mode at a glance without opening the app and risking distraction. IMPORTANT NOTE Unloop is a premium utility designed for those serious about change. An active subscription is required to access all features and start your dopamine detox journey. Privacy & Terms: Terms of Service: https://unloop-app.io/terms Privacy Policy: https://unloop-app.io/privacy

About

Focus Timer

Features
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Pick one task. Tap start. Twenty-five minutes later, it's done. Focus Timer turns "I'll do it later" into finished work. One task, one timer, one tap. The Pomodoro method does the heavy lifting for you: focus, short break, repeat, and a long break after every round. And you get proof, not guesswork. Every session lands on your timeline, in your charts and on your daily goal, so tonight you know exactly where your day went. WHAT YOU GET • A Pomodoro timer that runs the whole cycle for you: focus, short break, long break, with round dots that show where you are. • Your own rhythm: set focus, break and long break lengths and the number of rounds. • Auto-start: the next session begins on its own, so you never lose momentum between blocks. • Tasks with a built-in timer: start focusing straight from a task and see how long every task really took. • Study tracker: focus time, total time and sessions by day, week and month. • Session timeline: your whole day, every session and every break, on one line. • Daily goal: set a target and watch it fill up. • Streak and heatmap: see every day you showed up, and keep the chain going. • Session-end alerts and keep screen awake, so the timer never gets in your way. • App blocking: lock distracting apps while a focus session runs. They unlock when it ends. • iCloud sync: your sessions and tasks on all your devices, through your own iCloud. Optional. • Private by design: your data stays on your device and in your own iCloud. No account needed. HOW IT WORKS 1. Pick a task. 2. Tap start and focus for 25 minutes. 3. When the timer rings, take a 5-minute break. 4. After four rounds, take a long break. 5. Check your timeline and your streak. Repeat tomorrow. BUILT FOR Students preparing for an exam, homework and long study sessions, and anyone who is done losing afternoons to procrastination. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION All features require Focus Timer Pro: a monthly or yearly subscription with automatic renewal (the yearly plan starts with a 7-day free trial), or a one-time lifetime purchase with no renewal. You see the price in your local currency before you buy. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions in your App Store account settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://scanlystudio-focus-timer.expo.app/privacy/ Support: https://scanlystudio-focus-timer.expo.app/support/

Screenshots

Unloop4 screens
Focus Timer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Focus Timer at every 6 days against Unloop's every 3 weeks. On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Unloop sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Focus Timer sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Unloop against 5.0 for Focus Timer. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Unloop ships an update every 3 weeks, Focus Timer every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Unloop versus Focus Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUnloopFocus Timer
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.616.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size119 MB99 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMITOLOGIC sp. z o.o.Andreas Duca

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Unloop

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Weekly$3.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$6.991 Month
  • Premium Annual3 Days trial$44.991 Year
6 purchases

Focus Timer

Subscriptions4
  • Focus Timer Pro – Monthly$14.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly – 50% Off$39.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly – 25% Off$59.991 Year
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  • Focus Timer Pro – Yearly7 Days trial$79.991 Year
One-time2
  • Pro Lifetime – 50% Off$114.99
  • Focus Timer Pro – Lifetime$229.99

Questions

Is Unloop free?
Unloop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Focus Timer free?
Focus Timer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Unloop or Focus Timer?
Unloop and Focus Timer are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Unloop or Focus Timer have ads?
Neither Unloop nor Focus Timer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Unloop or Focus Timer?
Unloop ships an update every 3 weeks, and Focus Timer every 6 days. Most recently, Unloop was updated on October 30, 2026 and Focus Timer on October 31, 2026.

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