FocusKey vs FocusQuest
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
FocusKey
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FOCUS STARTS WITH ONE DECISION Willpower doesn't work. FocusKey uses a physical NFC card to lock distracting apps. No card, no access. Keep the card on your desk while you work. Leave it at home when you go out. The point is simple: create distance between you and the unlock. HOW IT WORKS Pick the apps that distract you β Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, whatever. Tap your FocusKey card to lock them. Tap again to unlock. That's it. YOUR PROGRESS Daily focus time, streaks, and a plant that grows with your discipline. Daily reminders to keep you on track. BUILT FOR REAL LIFE Works offline. Emergency PIN when you need it. Web protection independent of sessions. Syncs automatically via iCloud. PRIVACY No ads. No tracking. GDPR compliant. Made in Germany. FocusKey uses Apple Screen Time β apps are blocked at the system level. No workarounds. The FocusKey card is available at focuskey.de. Questions? info@focuskey.de
FocusQuest
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FocusQuest turns focus into a game you actually want to play β it locks the apps pulling you away from your work, then rewards you for staying the course. REAL LOCKS, NOT SUGGESTIONS Choose the apps that distract you, start a focus or study timer, and FocusQuest locks them β no snoozing, no five-second workaround. When time's up, a real lock-screen alarm makes sure you notice. YOUR OWN RULES Set fixed windows β say, 10pm to 7am β where distracting apps stay locked automatically, timer or not. Or go further with Always Blocked, for the apps you'd rather cut out of your life completely. A CHECK THAT MEANS SOMETHING No hollow "are you still there?" prompts. A quick movement challenge confirms you're actually present β not just tapping a button on autopilot. PROGRESS YOU CAN FEEL Earn XP, level up, build a streak worth protecting, and clear daily quests that make consistency feel like momentum, not chores. BETTER WITH FRIENDS See how you stack up, cheer on their wins, send a wave β staying focused is easier when it's not just you. DESIGNED TO DISAPPEAR INTO YOUR DAY Dynamic Island & Live Activity keep your timer visible at a glance. Siri Shortcuts start and stop sessions hands-free. Spotlight surfaces your quests instantly. SharePlay lets you focus together on a call. Download FocusQuest and make breaking distraction the habit that actually sticks.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: FocusQuest at every 2 days against FocusKey's every 6 weeks. FocusKey's advantage is iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.1). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
FocusKey ships an update every 6 weeks, FocusQuest every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FocusKey | FocusQuest |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 2 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 β better | 26.1 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | STEFAN WOLFGANG SCHAD | Lars Thom |
In-app purchases
FocusKey
No in-app purchases
FocusQuest
No in-app purchases





