# Pocket Stoic vs Focus Maxxer

The clearest difference is monetization model: Focus Maxxer at freemium against Pocket Stoic's subscription. Focus Maxxer also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Pocket Stoic's advantage is ratings volume (5 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pocket Stoic sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Focus Maxxer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Focus Maxxer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pocket Stoic has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Pocket Stoic ships an update every 3 months, Focus Maxxer every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pocket Stoic | Focus Maxxer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-stoic/id6756079399/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-maxxer-pomodoro-timer/id6756897776/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 85 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Circles App LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1845267885) | [LEFT EQUALS RIGHT PTY. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1863555093) |

## What reviewers say

### Pocket Stoic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-stoic/id6756079399)

This minimalist app helps you focus deeply and act consistently using timeless Stoic principles. It provides daily structure with quotes, deep-work sessions, a focus timer, and guided reflections to strengthen your mind and build discipline.

**Highlights:** Daily Stoic quotes, Deep-work sessions, Focus timer, Guided reflections, Progress tracking (streaks, XP, levels), Leaderboard competition

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pocket Stoic Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Pocket Stoic Yearly | $29.99 | per year |


### Focus Maxxer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-maxxer-pomodoro-timer/id6756897776)

This app gamifies focus sessions using a Pomodoro timer. Earn experience points, climb competitive ranks, and block distracting apps to build consistent focus habits. Track your progress and achieve milestones to master your concentration.

**Highlights:** Gamified focus sessions, App blocking during timers, XP earning and competitive ranks, Progress tracking and milestones, Account syncing for progress, Customizable session lengths

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Focus Maxxer Premium (Weekly) | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Focus Maxxer Premium (Annual) | $14.99 | per year |
| Focus Maxxer Lifetime Access | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pocket Stoic free?

Pocket Stoic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Focus Maxxer free?

Focus Maxxer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pocket Stoic or Focus Maxxer?

Focus Maxxer is rated higher. Pocket Stoic averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Focus Maxxer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Pocket Stoic or Focus Maxxer have ads?

Neither Pocket Stoic nor Focus Maxxer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pocket Stoic or Focus Maxxer?

Pocket Stoic ships an update every 3 months, and Focus Maxxer every 2 weeks. Most recently, Pocket Stoic was updated on October 30, 2026 and Focus Maxxer on October 30, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*