# BookFocus vs Offshelf

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Offshelf at none against BookFocus's 4. Offshelf also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BookFocus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Offshelf asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | BookFocus | Offshelf |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/offshelf-focus-reading-timer/id6758603256/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **4** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | — |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Size | 9 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [jaemin park](https://appshunter.io/developer/1663603862) | [Austin Burgard](https://appshunter.io/developer/1873884621) |

## What reviewers say

### BookFocus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookfocus-reading-timer/id6756373612)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Summer Theme | $0.99 | one-time |
| BookFocus Premium | $1.99 | one-time |


### Offshelf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/offshelf-focus-reading-timer/id6758603256)

This app automatically tracks your reading time and progress by detecting when your phone is face-down. Easily import your library, set goals, and earn badges to build a consistent reading habit. All your data is stored locally for privacy.

**Highlights:** Automatic flip-to-read timer, Manual timer option, Barcode scanner for book addition, Goodreads library import, Reading streaks and badges, Daily and yearly reading goals, Detailed reading statistics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BookFocus free?

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

### Is Offshelf free?

Offshelf is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do BookFocus or Offshelf have ads?

Neither BookFocus nor Offshelf shows ads.

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