Comparison

Focused vs Deep focus

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

Head to head
About

Focused

This app helps you reclaim your time by blocking distracting applications and websites. It offers features like strict focus modes and customizable schedules to build better habits and reduce screen time. Achieve real results and become more present in your daily life.

Highlights
  • Block distracting apps and websites
  • Strict focus mode for unbreakable concentration
  • Set daily time limits per app
  • Countdown timer with session tracking
  • Customizable schedules for different times
  • Motivational reminders to break autopilot habits
  • Screen time insights and progress tracking
  • Build consistency with streaks and milestones
Features
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Your phone steals 5+ hours of your day. Focused helps you take them back starting today. Join 10,000+ people who cut their screen time in half. Block distracting apps, build real focus habits, and finally stop doomscrolling — with an app that actually works. ▸ WHAT USERS SAY ◂ "I went from 7 hours of screen time to under 2. This app changed my daily routine." "Finally something that doesn't let me cheat. Strict Mode is a game-changer." ▸ REAL RESULTS ◂ • Save 1h 30m+ per day on average • 91% of users report less mindless scrolling • 87% feel more focused and productive within one week • Users build streaks of 27+ days of consistent focus ▸ HOW FOCUSED WORKS ◂ Most screen time apps fail because they're easy to ignore. Focused adds smart friction exactly when distractions happen — so you pause, reflect, and choose intentionally. ▸ POWERFUL FEATURES ◂ BLOCK DISTRACTING APPS Block apps & websites instantly or on a schedule. One tap to block all social media. No willpower needed. STRICT FOCUS MODE Unbreakable focus when you need it. No bypassing. No cheating. No excuses. Perfect for deep work and study sessions. SMART APP LIMITS Set daily time limits per app. When you hit your limit, Focused steps in — no more "just 5 more minutes." FOCUS TIMER Beautiful countdown timer with session tracking. See exactly how long you stay focused every day. CUSTOM SCHEDULES Different rules for work, evenings, weekends, and sleep. Focused adapts to your life — not the other way around. SHIELD SCREEN When you try to open a blocked app, Focused shows a motivational reminder instead — helping you break the autopilot habit. SCREEN TIME INSIGHTS Track your focus time, daily progress, and improvement trends. Clear stats for the apps that distract you most. STREAKS & MILESTONES Build consistency with daily streaks. Stay motivated as you watch your habits transform week after week. ▸ BUILT FOR YOU ◂ • Professionals & remote workers • Students & deep work sessions • People reducing social media & phone addiction • ADHD-friendly focus support • Anyone who wants to be more present ▸ 100% PRIVATE & SECURE ◂ Focused uses Apple's Screen Time API. Your data never leaves your device. No tracking. No data selling. Privacy by design. ▸ TAKE BACK CONTROL ◂ Your time is your most valuable asset. Every hour you save from mindless scrolling is an hour for what truly matters — your goals, your health, your people. Download Focused. Start your focus journey today. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Deep focus

Features
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Deep Focus is an attention-building app designed to help you spend less time in fragmented scrolling and more time in intentional, sustained focus. Use four guided modes: Read: stay with long-form text and build consistency Think: pause and reflect without distractions Write: organize ideas and practice deep work Focus: run simple focus sessions for real tasks Track your progress with: Daily streaks Weekly focused minutes Longest session Focus Score Attention Span trend Premium unlocks: Import of custom text and books in Reading Focus Built to feel calm, minimal, and practical so your focus habits improve over time.

Screenshots

Focused4 screens
Deep focus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Deep focus at none against Focused'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. Focused sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Deep focus asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Focused versus Deep focus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocusedDeep focus
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS1817.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size154 MB6 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperVinx SolutionsMayank Sewlia

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Focused

Subscriptions2
  • Focused Pro7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Focused Pro7 Days trial$39.991 Year
None

Deep focus

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Focused free?
Focused is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Deep focus free?
Deep focus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Focused or Deep focus have ads?
Neither Focused nor Deep focus shows ads.

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