Comparison

studysesh vs Tapp

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

Head to head
About

studysesh

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studysesh helps you run focused study sessions and keep distractions out, across iOS and macOS. Create a session with a subject and Pomodoro-style blocks (study + break). When it’s time to focus, studysesh applies your restrictions and keeps you accountable. Key features: - Build custom focus sessions: study/break blocks, durations, and subject - Block distracting apps and websites while you focus - iOS: uses Screen Time (Family Controls) for app and web blocking - macOS: monitors selected apps/sites (requires Accessibility permission) - Sync sessions across your linked devices using nearby peer-to-peer connections - See your progress with stats like total focus time, sessions completed, and blocked distractions - iOS Live Activity support (on supported devices) to keep the timer visible Subscriptions & purchases: - New users get a free first week of access. - After that, continued use requires an in-app purchase (monthly, yearly, or lifetime options). - You can restore purchases and manage subscriptions anytime from the Subscription screen. Notes: - Some features require granting the relevant system permissions (Screen Time on iOS, Accessibility on macOS). - Session history and stats are stored on-device. Optional feedback surveys open in your browser. Legal: - Privacy Policy: https://studysesh.xyz/privacy - Terms of Use (Apple EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Tapp

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Tapp-In helps you focus by blocking distracting apps during study sessions. Tap the top of your phone on a tag to start a focus session. Your chosen apps are instantly blocked. When you're done studying, tap again to unlock everything. Perfect for libraries, study spaces, and anywhere you need to concentrate. Place a tag at your study spot and build a habit of distraction-free focus. β€’ Block any apps you choose during focus sessions β€’ Start and stop sessions with a simple tap β€’ Track your daily, weekly, and monthly focus time

Screenshots

studysesh4 screens
Tapp3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tapp at none against studysesh's 3. studysesh's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.6). On price, ads 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. studysesh sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Tapp asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
studysesh versus Tapp: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterstudyseshTapp
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyβ€”Fortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 β€” better18.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size5 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperstudyseshJohn Sanderson

In-app purchases

3 purchases

studysesh

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$79.99
None

Tapp

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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