Comparison

HomeBridger vs FocusFence

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

Head to head
About

HomeBridger

Manage your Homebridge server remotely with ease. Monitor server status, control plugins and bridges, and access real-time logs. Features automatic backups and home screen widgets for quick access.

Highlights
  • Remote Homebridge server management
  • Real-time server status monitoring
  • Plugin management and updates
  • Child bridge control
  • Home screen widgets
  • Automatic backups and configuration history
  • Live log streaming
Features
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Take control of your smart home from anywhere with HomeBridger — the easiest way to manage your Homebridge server from your iPhone or iPad. Easy Setup Getting started is simple. Just enter your server's IP address and we'll do the rest — automatically detecting the right settings and connecting you to your Homebridge. No technical knowledge required. See Everything at a Glance Your dashboard shows you exactly what's happening with your smart home server. Is it running smoothly? How much memory is it using? How long has it been up? All the important stuff, beautifully displayed. Manage Your Plugins See all your installed plugins, check for updates, and install new ones with a single tap. You can even edit plugin settings and choose which ones notify you about updates. Control Your Bridges If you use child bridges, you can start, stop, and monitor them all from one place. Pin your favorites for quick access, or add them to a widget for instant control from your home screen. Widgets for Your Home Screen Five different widgets let you monitor and control Homebridge without even opening the app. Check server status, see plugin updates, or restart services — right from your home screen or lock screen. Automatic Backups & Configuration History Never lose your configuration again. HomeBridger can automatically back up your Homebridge settings daily, keeping your smart home safe. Track changes to your config over time and restore previous versions with a single tap. Real-Time Logs When something goes wrong, see exactly what's happening with live log streaming. Errors are highlighted in red so you can quickly find and fix issues.

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

HomeBridger4 screens
FocusFence4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HomeBridger at none against FocusFence's 3. HomeBridger also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 10 days). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. FocusFence sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. HomeBridger asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HomeBridger ships an update every 4 days, FocusFence every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
HomeBridger versus FocusFence: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHomeBridgerFocusFence
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 10 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLVL35 LLCGeorgios Stavropoulos

In-app purchases

None

HomeBridger

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

FocusFence

Subscriptions2
  • FocusFence Pro$2.991 Month
  • FocusFence Pro7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • FocusFence Pro$49.99

Questions

Is HomeBridger free?
HomeBridger is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FocusFence free?
FocusFence is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do HomeBridger or FocusFence have ads?
Neither HomeBridger nor FocusFence shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HomeBridger or FocusFence?
HomeBridger ships an update every 4 days, and FocusFence every 10 days. Most recently, HomeBridger was updated on October 24, 2026 and FocusFence on October 28, 2026.

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