Comparison

FlowState vs Aura Flow State

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

Head to head
About

FlowState

This app offers a single-tap solution to initiate focused work sessions, designed specifically for individuals with ADHD. It eliminates decision paralysis by providing pre-set timers and ambient soundscapes to help users enter a state of deep concentration without complex configurations.

Highlights
  • One-tap focus session initiation
  • Pre-set 90-minute focus sessions
  • Zero settings to prevent decision paralysis
  • Soundscapes for focus (brown noise, body doubling)
  • Phone lock and notification silencing
  • Session tracking and micro-celebrations
Features
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FLOW STATE ISN'T LUCK. IT'S ONE TAP AWAY. Athletes enter the zone in seconds. So can you. Most focus apps give you 47 settings to choose from. That's the problem. Your ADHD brain can't decide - so you never start. Flow State has ONE button. That's it. Tap once -> 90 minutes of unstoppable focus → Done. No choices. No paralysis. Just peak performance. ----------------- WHY FLOW STATE WORKS -> ONE TAP to enter deep work (no decisions, no drop-off) -> 90-MINUTE sessions (science-backed, Huberman protocol) -> ZERO SETTINGS (built for ADHD brains that overthink) -> SOUNDSCAPES + BODY DOUBLING AUDIO (brown noise + ambient work sounds) -> 2 SESSIONS PER DAY MAX (scarcity = you protect what's rare) ----------------- YOU'RE NOT LAZY. YOU'RE JUST USING THE WRONG TOOLS. Traditional productivity apps are built for neurotypical brains. Endless options. Complex systems. Decision fatigue before you even start. Flow State is different. It's built for high-performers with ADHD who need to ELIMINATE friction, not add more. One tap. The timer starts. Your phone locks. The soundscape plays. You work. That's it. ----------------- WHAT USERS SAY "I've tried 10+ focus apps. This is the only one I actually USE." "Finally - an app that doesn't make me choose between 47 timer options." "90 minutes feels impossible until you do it once. Then you're hooked." ----------------- THE SCIENCE - 90 minutes = your brain's natural ultradian rhythm (neuroscience-backed) - Flow state requires 15-20 min to enter (that's why Pomodoro's 25 min doesn't work) - ADHD brains excel in flow - they just need the right environment Flow State creates that environment in one tap. ----------------- WHAT YOU GET - One-tap flow sessions (25, 50, or 90 minutes) - Soundscapes engineered for focus (brown noise, body doubling audio) - Session tracking ("17 elite sessions protected") - Zero distractions (phone dims, notifications silenced) - Micro-celebrations every 15 min (your ADHD brain needs wins) ----------------- WHO THIS IS FOR -> ADHD brains tired of apps with 47 settings -> Founders, creatives, students who procrastinate -> Anyone who's ever spent 3 hours "about to start" -> People who know they're capable of greatness—if they could just FOCUS ----------------- STOP RESEARCHING PRODUCTIVITY METHODS. START DOING THE WORK. Download Flow State. Tap once. Lock in for 90 minutes. That's how champions are built. ----------------- Disclaimers: This app is not intended to provide any medical guidance or advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider for any medical decisions or health concerns. -------------- Privacy Policy: https://quicklease.webflow.io/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Aura Flow State

Features
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Aura is a minimalist ambient sound mixer crafted for those who demand a deeper level of concentration. Whether you are a designer pushing pixels, a student deep in study, or simply looking to unwind, Aura provides a premium, curated soundscape to help you enter—and stay in—a state of flow. Key Features Layered Soundscapes: Effortlessly blend high-fidelity sounds like Rainfall, White Noise, and Forest Ambience to create your perfect acoustic environment. Minimalist by Design: A clean, gesture-driven interface designed to be invisible, keeping your focus where it belongs: on your work. Built for iOS: A native experience optimized for performance, ensuring smooth transitions and battery efficiency so your focus isn't interrupted. Designer-First Experience: Created with an eye for detail, Aura is the perfect companion for creative professionals who value both form and function. Re-center your mind and find your flow today with Aura.

Screenshots

FlowState4 screens
Aura Flow State4 screens

Verdict

The call

FlowState and Aura Flow State are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
FlowState versus Aura Flow State: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlowStateAura Flow State
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Daily
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB118 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperQuicklease LLCAdlin Antony

In-app purchases

None

FlowState

No in-app purchases

None

Aura Flow State

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FlowState free?
FlowState is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Aura Flow State free?
Aura Flow State is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FlowState or Aura Flow State have ads?
Neither FlowState nor Aura Flow State shows ads.

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