Comparison

Looper vs Focus Buddy

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

Head to head
About

Looper

Features
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Looper is a minimalist interval timer built for workouts and training sessions. Create your own routines with workout and rest intervals, loop them as needed, and focus on your training with a clean and distraction-free interface. Free users can fully use the app with one routine, including editing or replacing the default routine. Upgrade to Pro to unlock unlimited routines and organize your training the way you want. Key features: โ€ข Simple and intuitive interval timer โ€ข Custom workout and rest routines โ€ข Loop sets for interval training โ€ข Clean, minimal design โ€ข Pro upgrade for unlimited routines Looper is designed to stay out of your way, so you can focus on what matters most โ€” your workout.

About

Focus Buddy

Features
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Focus Buddy helps you stay consistent with deep work, study, and daily routines. Use flexible Pomodoro study timers, ADHD-friendly focus flows, and simple habit tracking to build concentration and momentum every day. What you can do: - Start focused work sessions with customizable Pomodoro lengths - Plan study blocks and breaks with clear visual guidance - Track habits, streaks, and completed focus sessions - Use a supportive buddy-style experience to reduce distraction and stay on task Subscription Information Some features require a subscription to access premium content and advanced AI functionality. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.notion.so/lmaktstudio/Privacy-Policy-2b98d972f8dd807ab42de7b4f8dbefbd

Screenshots

Looper4 screens
Focus Buddy4 screens

Verdict

The call

Looper and Focus Buddy are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters โ€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them โ€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Looper sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Focus Buddy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Looper versus Focus Buddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLooperFocus Buddy
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyโ€”Every 10 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.617.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size1 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYoungseok KiLingga Kusuma Sakti

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Looper

One-time1
  • Looper Pro$0.99
3 purchases

Focus Buddy

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium$1.997 Days
  • Yearly Premium$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$24.99

Questions

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

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