Focus vs Pinlo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Focus
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Focus shouldn't be a burden, but the joy of living in the moment. 【App Description】 "Focus" uses a "low barrier, count-up" approach to free you from the anxiety of countdown timers. We believe that the essence of attention is not just about intense sprinting, but also includes appropriate white space for rest. This is a focus tool that combines brain science concepts with cosmic aesthetics, accompanying you to find inner peace and rhythm in the age of information explosion. 【Key Features】 1.Attention Savings: The Neuroscience of Balance We categorize attention into two essential modes and help you balance them: • Focused Mode: Converts time into value with laser-sharp attention. • Diffused Mode: Allows "white space" to act as restoration, sparking creativity through relaxation. 2.Stress-Free Timer & Retroactive Entry Just tap start and slip into the flow. No ticking countdowns, only a dialogue between you and the present moment. Forgot to track? No problem. The app supports retroactive entry so you never miss a moment of "living in the now." 3.A Micro-Universe in Your Palm Every focus session generates a unique star based on the duration, focus type, and your feelings. Watching them shine in your personal universe makes you realize how precious every moment seized in the vastness of space and time truly is. 4.Random Quotes: Inspiration from the Cosmos Receive a random quote after every session. It provides immediate encouragement and inspiration after your effort, recharging your spirit and sustaining positive energy. 5.Immersive "Black Hole" Experience The current version features six curated ambient soundscapes (white noise and atmospheric music) to help you immerse yourself in the moment. Like falling into a black hole, you will forget the passage of time and quickly enter a deep state of flow. 6.Mood & Data Review We track more than just time; we track feelings. Review your focus history through data charts to understand your peak performance patterns and optimal state. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Pinlo
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Pinlo turns your photo library into a travel map. • Filter photos by trip dates • Pick a cover and up to 9 highlight photos — each becomes a map pin • Connect stops with routes for easy revisits • Personal fog: places you've been light up on the map • Explore travelers, follow inspiration, share beautiful trip cards Sign in with Google or Sign in with Apple (iOS). Delete your account anytime. Block and report inappropriate content.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pinlo at none against Focus's 6. Pinlo also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks). Focus's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, 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. Focus sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Pinlo asks for nothing beyond the download.
Focus ships an update every 2 weeks, Pinlo weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and August 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Focus | Pinlo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 52 MB | 86 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Pin Run Chen | Chao Chung Chiu |
In-app purchases
Focus
- Focus PRO - Monthly$1.991 Month
- Focus Pro - Annual$14.991 Year
- Buy Me a Coffee!$1.99
- Buy Me a Coffee!$4.99
- Buy Me a Coffee!$9.99
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- Focus Pro - Lifetime$29.99
Pinlo
No in-app purchases





