Comparison

HomeSpot vs FocusFence

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

Head to head
About

HomeSpot

Control your HomeKit devices with unparalleled speed and efficiency on macOS and iPadOS. This app offers a keyboard-first interface and Spotlight integration for instant access and control, making smart home management seamless.

Highlights
  • Keyboard-first HomeKit control
  • Spotlight-powered device search
  • Direct control from macOS Spotlight
  • Siri Shortcuts with dynamic controls
  • Fast, native performance
  • Seamless HomeKit integration
Features
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Control Your HomeKit Home. Faster Than Ever. Turn your HomeKit setup into a lightning-fast, keyboard-driven experience on macOS and iPadOS. This app is built for users who want instant access to their smart home—without hunting through menus or tapping endlessly. Whether you’re working, multitasking, or automating your workflow, your home is always just a keystroke away. Keyboard-First Home Control Control your HomeKit devices entirely from the keyboard on macOS and iPadOS. Trigger actions, adjust values, and navigate your home faster than ever—perfect for power users and productivity enthusiasts. Spotlight-Powered Search Find your HomeKit devices instantly using Spotlight. • Search for devices by name • See live device states • On macOS, control devices directly from Spotlight without opening the app Your smart home is now as searchable as your files. Control Devices Directly from Spotlight (macOS) Toggle lights, switch accessories, or adjust supported values straight from Spotlight search results. No app launch. No delays. Just type, control, done. Siri Shortcuts with Dynamic Controls All your HomeKit devices automatically appear in Siri Shortcuts. • Devices expose relevant actions dynamically • Control different device types without creating separate shortcuts • Build powerful automations that adapt as your home changes Built for HomeKit • Works seamlessly with your existing HomeKit setup • Fast, native performance on macOS and iPadOS Perfect For • Mac users who prefer keyboard shortcuts over touch • Power users who live in Spotlight • Anyone who wants faster, smarter HomeKit control

About

FocusFence

Features
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FocusFence is the missing control layer for Apple Focus modes. Create custom rule sets that automatically block distracting apps and enforce screen time limits whenever a Focus activates. How it works: 1. Create a rule set and pick which apps to block 2. Link it to any Focus mode (Work, Sleep, Do Not Disturb, etc.) 3. When the Focus turns on, your rules activate automatically Key Features: • Automatic Focus Integration — Rules activate and deactivate with your Focus modes, no manual effort required • App & Category Blocking — Block specific apps or entire categories instantly • Screen Time Limits — Set daily time limits per category that only apply during active sessions • Commitment Lock — Lock yourself in so you can't disable rules for a set period • Scheduled Activation — Activate rules on a time-based schedule, independent of Focus modes • Shortcuts & Siri — Automate rule activation, pausing, and switching with Apple Shortcuts • Control Center Widget — Toggle your rules on or off from Control Center • Home & Lock Screen Widgets — See your active rule set and session stats at a glance • Analytics — Track focus time, block attempts, session history, and streaks All data stays on your device. No accounts, no cloud, no tracking. FocusFence Pro unlocks unlimited rule sets, unlimited app blocking, scheduled activation, commitment lock, 30-day analytics, and full Shortcuts support. Subscription options: • Monthly: $2.99/month • Annual: $24.99/year • Lifetime: $49.99 (one-time purchase) Payment is charged to your Apple ID. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Privacy Policy: https://stavrop.github.io/focusfence/privacy Support: https://github.com/stavrop/focusfence/issues

Screenshots

HomeSpot3 screens
FocusFence4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: FocusFence at 17.0 against HomeSpot's 26.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. HomeSpot sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and FocusFence sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HomeSpot ships an update fortnightly, FocusFence every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
HomeSpot versus FocusFence: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHomeSpotFocusFence
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCubeon Solutions UGGeorgios Stavropoulos

In-app purchases

2 purchases

HomeSpot

One-time2
  • Buy me a coffee$2.99
  • Pro$7.99
3 purchases

FocusFence

Subscriptions2
  • FocusFence Pro$2.991 Month
  • FocusFence Pro$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • FocusFence Pro$49.99

Questions

Is HomeSpot free?
HomeSpot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FocusFence free?
FocusFence is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do HomeSpot or FocusFence have ads?
Neither HomeSpot nor FocusFence shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HomeSpot or FocusFence?
HomeSpot ships an update fortnightly, and FocusFence every 10 days. Most recently, HomeSpot was updated on September 19, 2026 and FocusFence on September 25, 2026.

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