# TakeTime vs Focustown

The clearest difference is monetization model: Focustown at free with in-app purchases against TakeTime's subscription. Focustown also leads on update cadence (daily vs fortnightly) and ratings volume (9.3K vs 20). TakeTime's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 77%). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TakeTime sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Focustown sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Focustown holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Focustown has 9.3K ratings behind it against 20, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 100% of TakeTime's written reviews are positive against 77% of Focustown's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

TakeTime ships an update fortnightly, Focustown daily. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TakeTime | Focustown |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taketime-study-app-blocker/id6757314402/reviews) | **[4.8 (9.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focustown-pomodoro-timer/id6758457625/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 20 | **9.3K** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 77.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#194** |
| Size | 20 MB | 1.1 GB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **16.2** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Tenille Hyun](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435451428) | [Second Round Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1818164945) |

## What reviewers say

### TakeTime

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taketime-study-app-blocker/id6757314402)

This app helps you avoid distractions by requiring a brief learning activity before accessing blocked apps. You can create custom learning modules from PDFs and images, or use pre-made content to stay focused and productive.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps, Complete learning activities, Create custom study modules, Convert PDFs to learning content, Simple and fast UI, Designed for focus

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TakeTime Pro Weekly Discount | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| TakeTime Pro Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| TakeTime Pro Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| TakeTime Pro Yearly Discount | $24.99 | per year |
| TakeTime Pro Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| 5 Upload Credits | $2.99 | one-time |


### Focustown

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focustown-pomodoro-timer/id6758457625)

**Currently charting:** #194 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

This app offers a virtual co-working space with cozy, low-poly environments where users can study or work alongside others globally. It features customizable avatars, in-app timers, and the ability to connect with friends for shared focus sessions.

**Highlights:** Cozy study environments, Study with real people globally, Earn coins and customize avatars, Study sessions with friends, Built-in focus timer

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Foucstown Pro Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Foucstown Pro Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Foucstown Pro Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Foucstown Pro Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Foucstown Pro Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Starter Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pocketful Golden Beans | $0.99 | one-time |
| Sack of Golden Beans | $2.99 | one-time |
| Bucket of Golden Beans | $9.99 | one-time |
| Bucket of Golden Beans | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TakeTime free?

TakeTime is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Focustown free?

Focustown is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TakeTime or Focustown?

Focustown is rated higher. TakeTime averages 4.5 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while Focustown averages 4.8 from 9.3K ratings.

### Do TakeTime or Focustown have ads?

Focustown shows ads; TakeTime does not.

### Which is updated more often, TakeTime or Focustown?

TakeTime ships an update fortnightly, and Focustown daily. Most recently, TakeTime was updated on November 5, 2026 and Focustown on November 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*