Comparison

PupFocus vs FocusHouse

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

Head to head
About

PupFocus

Features
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Stay. Focus. Grow. PupFocus is a simple Pomodoro timer that helps you stay focused, one session at a time. Set a timer, get to work, and let a calm, loyal puppy keep you company while you study, work, or build better habits. Staying focused feels easier when a puppy is rooting for you. How PupFocus Works • Set a focus session based on the Pomodoro technique Choose a classic 25 minutes of focused work with a 5-minute break, or customize the length to match your task, deadline, and energy. • Work distraction-free while your puppy keeps you accountable Your pup stays on screen during your session, giving you a steady visual reminder to stay in the app and on task until the timer ends. • Take short, intentional breaks Step away, stretch, refill your water, or rest your eyes. Because you know a break is scheduled, it is easier to push through tough moments without checking your phone every few minutes. • Repeat simple focus cycles to build consistency Stack sessions to get through revision chapters, deep work blocks, side projects, or your daily to-do list without burning out. Your puppy responds to how you use your focus time. Stick with your sessions, and your pup reflects your steady progress, turning your focus streaks into a gentle, visual reminder of how far you have come. Why PupFocus? • Minimal, clean Pomodoro timer No clutter, no complex settings, no endless options to tweak. Open the app, tap start, and focus. PupFocus quietly handles the timing so you can stay in flow. • Puppy-powered motivation, not pressure Instead of harsh alarms and stressful countdowns, your pup offers calm encouragement. Sessions feel like a small promise to your puppy, making it easier to come back and try again. • Works for any type of focused work Use PupFocus to prepare for exams, review notes, write essays, code features, read books, plan your week, learn a language, or clear your inbox in focused bursts. • Built to help you improve over time Regular sessions train your brain to start faster, resist distractions, and stay with a task a little longer each day. Over time, you get more done in less time, with less mental effort. • Calm, gentle design Soft visuals and a straightforward layout keep your screen quiet. No flashing elements, no noisy animations, just a peaceful space to focus. • Designed for real life Whether you have five minutes between meetings or an entire evening to study, you can start a session that fits your schedule instead of forcing your day around a timer. No pressure. No perfection. Just focused time, broken into pieces you can actually handle. Perfect For • Students who want more effective, less stressful study sessions and easier exam prep • Professionals who need distraction-free deep work blocks without constant notifications • Creatives who want enough structure to start, without losing their sense of flow • Anyone building better focus habits a few minutes at a time • Anyone who simply works better with a quiet, supportive puppy nearby Download PupFocus and turn your focus time into something you actually look forward to, one calm session at a time.

About

FocusHouse

This app gamifies productivity by letting you light up virtual windows as you complete focus sessions. Track your progress visually, set goals, and earn achievements to make deep work rewarding. All your data is stored locally and synced via iCloud.

Highlights
  • Gamified focus timer
  • Visual progress tracking
  • Goals with deadlines
  • Achievements and rewards
  • Detailed analytics
  • Focus sounds
  • Flexible categories
Features
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FocusHouse is a gamified focus timer for studying, working, and anything else that matters to you. Turn your focus into something you can see. Every time you complete a focus session, a window lights up in your house. Light up all 30 windows — then move on to the next house. Watch your neighborhood grow as your productivity compounds, session by session. FocusHouse makes deep work feel rewarding, not draining. WHAT YOU GET — Visual progress: each session lights up a window in your house — Goals with deadlines: set targets, track hours, hit milestones — Achievements: unlock rewards as you stay consistent — Detailed analytics: see exactly where your time goes — Focus sounds: ambient music to help you get in the zone — Flexible categories: work, study, sport, meditation & custom activities — Adjustable timer: from quick 5-minute sprints to deep 3-hour focus blocks — Smart reminders: gentle nudges to keep your streak alive WHO IT'S FOR — Students preparing for exams — Remote workers fighting distractions — Creators building a daily practice — Athletes tracking training sessions — Anyone who wants to see their effort add up HOW IT WORKS Pick a category (Study, Work, Sport — or create your own) Set your timer and focus Complete the session — a window lights up Track stats, hit goals, unlock achievements YOUR DATA STAYS YOURS All data is stored on your device and synced through your personal iCloud account. No accounts, no tracking, and no ads. Ever. PREMIUM ACCOUNT IN THE APP - Focus feature, detailed analytics, achievements, and goals are available with a Premium subscription. - The subscription costs $3.99 per month or $17.99 per year. - A lifetime offer is available as a one-time purchase for $24.99. - Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Terms of Use: https://rgn-v.github.io/5hw-website/focushouse/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://rgn-v.github.io/5hw-website/focushouse/privacy.html Start your first focus session today.

Screenshots

PupFocus4 screens
FocusHouse4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PupFocus at none against FocusHouse's 4. FocusHouse's advantage is update cadence (daily vs every 10 days). 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. FocusHouse sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. PupFocus asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PupFocus ships an update every 10 days, FocusHouse daily. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
PupFocus versus FocusHouse: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPupFocusFocusHouse
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.616.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size144 MB92 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKim Long LeNikita Lebin

In-app purchases

None

PupFocus

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

FocusHouse

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium | FocusHouse7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Annually7 Days trial$17.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Discount | FocusHouse$17.99
  • Lifetime Premium | FocusHouse$24.99

Questions

Is PupFocus free?
PupFocus is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FocusHouse free?
FocusHouse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PupFocus or FocusHouse have ads?
Neither PupFocus nor FocusHouse shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PupFocus or FocusHouse?
PupFocus ships an update every 10 days, and FocusHouse daily. Most recently, PupFocus was updated on October 25, 2026 and FocusHouse on October 25, 2026.

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