Comparison

Animarc vs Focus Monster

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

Head to head
About

Animarc

Features
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Focus doesn’t have to feel boring. Animarc turns your real-life focus sessions into an anime-inspired RPG. Every time you focus, you enter a portal, complete a quest, earn XP, and level up your character β€” just like in your favorite anime or game. Whether you’re studying, working, or trying to build better habits, Animarc helps you stay consistent by making progress feel rewarding. --- ### Turn Focus Into a Game * Start a focus session and enter the portal * Complete your session to earn XP * Level up your character and unlock gear * Build streaks and stats over time Your productivity becomes a progression system β€” not a chore. --- A Real Focus Timer That Works Animarc is built on proven focus methods: * Focus and break sessions (Pomodoro-style) * Distraction-free focus periods * Streaks and consistency tracking * A clean, simple timer experience No clutter. No pressure. Just focus. --- Cozy Anime & Lofi Atmosphere Designed for anime lovers, cozy gamers, and students: * Anime-inspired art and UI * Calm, immersive visuals * Lofi and fantasy-inspired vibes * A world you’ll actually want to return to --- Stay Focused, Block Distractions When you start a focus session, Animarc helps you stay locked in: * Reduce distracting apps * Stay committed to your session * Protect your streak and progress --- Build Focus That Lasts Animarc is about sustainable focus β€” not burnout. * Progress at your own pace * Motivation through rewards, not guilt * Small sessions that add up over time --- Perfect For * Students who love anime and games * Anyone who struggles to stay focused * People who want motivation without pressure * Fans of RPGs, leveling systems, and cozy apps --- **Grind XP in real life. Level up your focus. Become the main character.** Download Animarc and start your focus journey today. --- Learn more about our privacy and terms here: Privacy Policy: https://animarc.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://animarc.app/terms

About

Focus Monster

Features
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What if your focus sessions became an RPG battle? Focus Monster turns your focus sessions into a monster battle. Every minute you stay focused builds up your attack power against a pixel-art monster on your screen. Stay focused, defeat it, earn XP, and encounter new monsters to build your Monster Dex collection. How it works β€’ A monster appears. Start the timer. β€’ Every focused minute stores up damage. β€’ Finish the session to unleash your stored damage to the monster. β€’ Defeat the monster and earn XP. β€’ Discover new monsters with unique rarities and personalities. β€’ Gradually fill your Monster Dex. Supporting features β€’ Ambient audio: Block out noise and get into the zone. β€’ Live Activities and Widgets: Track the focus time from your Lock Screen. β€’ Completion reminders: Never miss the satisfying moment of dealing damage to the monster. β€’ Focus insights & history : Track your progress and see your growth. β€’ No account needed: Open the app and start right away. Turn your focus sessions into a fun pixel-art adventure. Start your first battle today! Focus Monster Pro Early Bird Special now available! Unlock lifetime access to advanced insights, weekly trends, and premium content. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Animarc4 screens
Focus Monster4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Animarc at 18.5 against Focus Monster's 26.2. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Animarc sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Focus Monster sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Animarc versus Focus Monster: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAnimarcFocus Monster
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad β€” better
Requires iOS18.5 β€” better26.2
Further details β€” not scored
Size83 MB83 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperFireUp LabSai Ho Mak

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Animarc

Subscriptions2
  • Animarc Pro3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Animarc Pro3 Days trial$29.991 Year
1 purchases

Focus Monster

One-time1
  • Focus Monster Pro (Early Bird)$0.99

Questions

Is Animarc free?
Animarc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Focus Monster free?
Focus Monster is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Animarc or Focus Monster have ads?
Neither Animarc nor Focus Monster shows ads.

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