Comparison

Distraction Tracker vs Focus Monster

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

Head to head
About

Distraction Tracker

Features
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Distraction Tracker is a minimal, fast way to understand what breaks your focus β€” in the moment. Whenever you get distracted, log it in seconds, then review patterns over time to reduce repeat distractions and stay more intentional. Most people don’t lose focus because they β€œlack discipline.” They lose it because of repeatable triggers: context, timing, habits, and environment. Distraction Tracker helps you spot those triggers and turn awareness into simple, practical change. 1) Quick Manual Logging (seconds, not minutes) When your attention slips: Select a distraction category Optionally add a short note (what you were doing, what pulled you, how you felt) Save and continue No long journaling. No complicated setup. Just lightweight logging that builds a clear picture over time. 2) Personalization Quiz (recommendations tailored to you) A short onboarding quiz helps Distraction Tracker understand your focus challenges and goals. Based on your answers, the app adapts its guidance so you get recommendations that fit your situation β€” not generic advice. 3) Weekly AI Analysis (turn your logs into insights) As you log distractions throughout the week, Distraction Tracker generates a weekly AI analysis that summarizes: Your most common distraction categories The situations and time windows where distractions spike Repeating patterns and likely triggers Practical suggestions for the next week, based on your own data The goal isn’t β€œmore tracking.” It’s clear insight + a better plan. 4) Trends that help you improve With consistent use, you’ll start to notice: What distracts you most often When you’re most vulnerable to distractions Which changes reduce distractions in real life Small habit adjustments that create meaningful progress 5) Curated blog content (learn what works) Inside the app, you’ll find blog content about attention, habits, and practical productivity β€” short reads with ideas you can try immediately. Made for people who want clarity Distraction Tracker is ideal if you: Get pulled off-task while working or studying Want to reduce mindless phone use Prefer a minimal workflow you can stick with Want insights and recommendations based on your real behavior Distraction Tracker helps you treat distractions as information β€” not failure. Log it. Understand it. Improve it. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Focus Monster

Features
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What if your focus sessions became an RPG battle? Focus Monster turns your focus sessions into a monster battle. Every minute you stay focused builds up your attack power against a pixel-art monster on your screen. Stay focused, defeat it, earn XP, and encounter new monsters to build your Monster Dex collection. How it works β€’ A monster appears. Start the timer. β€’ Every focused minute stores up damage. β€’ Finish the session to unleash your stored damage to the monster. β€’ Defeat the monster and earn XP. β€’ Discover new monsters with unique rarities and personalities. β€’ Gradually fill your Monster Dex. Supporting features β€’ Ambient audio: Block out noise and get into the zone. β€’ Live Activities and Widgets: Track the focus time from your Lock Screen. β€’ Completion reminders: Never miss the satisfying moment of dealing damage to the monster. β€’ Focus insights & history : Track your progress and see your growth. β€’ No account needed: Open the app and start right away. Turn your focus sessions into a fun pixel-art adventure. Start your first battle today! Focus Monster Pro Early Bird Special now available! Unlock lifetime access to advanced insights, weekly trends, and premium content. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Distraction Tracker4 screens
Focus Monster4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Distraction Tracker at 16.0 against Focus Monster's 26.2. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Distraction Tracker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Focus Monster sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 4 level
Distraction Tracker versus Focus Monster: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDistraction TrackerFocus Monster
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad β€” better
Requires iOS16.0 β€” better26.2
Further details β€” not scored
Size58 MB83 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperYakup ArslanSai Ho Mak

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Distraction Tracker

Subscriptions2
  • 1 Month Premium$3.991 Month
  • Annual Premium$23.991 Year
1 purchases

Focus Monster

One-time1
  • Focus Monster Pro (Early Bird)$0.99

Questions

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

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