Comparison

FlowState vs ADHD TimeBlocker

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

ADHD TimeBlocker

This app helps you build focus habits by scheduling dedicated time blocks and locking distracting applications. It features a virtual dog companion that grows and reacts to your consistency, motivating you to stay on track. Gamified elements and social features encourage accountability and shared progress.

Highlights
  • Scheduled time blocks
  • App distraction locking
  • Virtual dog companion
  • Wake-up session exercises
  • Apple Watch integration
  • Focus analytics and streaks
  • Group focus sessions
Features
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PAWS turns focus into a habit you actually want to keep. Schedule time blocks for the things that matter, and PAWS locks away the apps that don't. Start a focus session and your chosen distractions get shielded on your iPhone the second the clock starts — no willpower required. RAISE A COMPANION WHO NOTICES Every session you complete strengthens your bond with your own dog companion. She ages, remembers your best streaks, reacts to how consistent you've been, and unlocks cosmetics as your bond grows. Skip too many days and she notices that too — PAWS gives your focus a face. STAY HONEST, EVEN WHEN YOU'RE ALONE Set an alarm at the start of a block so you never miss it. Wake-up sessions can require a few real reps — squats or pushups, camera-counted — before the alarm goes quiet, so "five more minutes" isn't an option. BUILT FOR YOUR WHOLE DAY Recurring time blocks for classes, workouts, deep work, or wind-down Live session state mirrored to your Apple Watch Analytics and streaks that track what's actually working Shareable recap cards for every completed session Motivational pep talks with your own photos and videos, ready when you need a push FOCUS WITH FRIENDS Add friends, form groups, and climb leaderboards together. Turn on Friend Watching to get a nudge when someone in your circle starts a session, and keep each other honest with a "Receipts" gallery for the excuses that don't hold up. PRIVATE BY DEFAULT PAWS works fully offline — your schedule, sessions, and companion sync locally and via iCloud. Friends, groups, and leaderboards are entirely optional and only activate if you choose to sign in. Stop negotiating with your phone. Start building a streak your dog is proud of.

Screenshots

FlowState4 screens
ADHD TimeBlocker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: ADHD TimeBlocker at 3 against FlowState's 1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
FlowState versus ADHD TimeBlocker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlowStateADHD TimeBlocker
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB74 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperQuicklease LLCSovrano Global Inc.

Customer experience

FlowState

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

ADHD TimeBlocker

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

FlowState

No in-app purchases

None

ADHD TimeBlocker

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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