Comparison

FocusWing vs Focus Train

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

Head to head
About

FocusWing

Features
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THIS IS YOUR TOOL, NOT YOUR PARENTS' FocusWing is the only focus timer that actually respects teen privacy. No blocking. No spyware. No surveillance. Just you building real focus habits—on your terms. HOW IT WORKS (IN 30 SECONDS) - Open the app, say what you are focusing on ("math homework," "study for bio test"), pick 20 or 30 minutes - Put your phone face-down. If you pick it up, the timer pauses. No penalty—just no fake focus time - Only real, face-down focus counts. You either focus or the timer does not run. It is that honest - See your streaks, progress, and earned minutes. Share with your parents if you want—or do not TEENS: HERE IS WHY THIS IS DIFFERENT - One hundred percent free. No ads, no limited features, no subscription. Ever. - We literally cannot spy on you. We don't track your apps, messages, browsing, or location. Our technology doesn't allow it. - You are in control. If your parent wants to see your focus minutes, they need a code from you. You choose what (if anything) to share. Revoke it anytime. - No shame, just data. Pick up your phone? Timer pauses. No judgment. Come back and finish when you are ready. PARENTS: IF YOU ARE READING THIS We built FocusWing because we were tired of being the phone police. Our daughter Jacqueline was taking 3 hours to do 30 minutes of homework. Screen time limits turned into daily fights. Nothing worked—until she had a tool that made her want to focus. THIS IS NOT A PARENTAL CONTROL APP We don't block apps. We don't monitor activity. We don't read messages. That would destroy trust. Instead: - Jacqueline uses FocusWing for free. She builds awareness of her own focus habits - If she wants to share progress, she gives you a code. You can't request it—she initiates it - You see only what she chooses: Total focus minutes, active days, streaks, weekly summaries - You never see: Apps used, websites visited, messages, screen activity, or what she is working on - Code expires in 7 days. She must actively re-share, keeping her in control WHAT YOU WILL SEE WHEN SHE SHARES Example: "Jacqueline focused for 45 minutes this week. She was active 5 days and is on a 3-day streak. Yesterday she worked on homework for 8 minutes." That is it. No surveillance. Just enough insight to stop the nagging and start the conversations. KEY FEATURES - Face-down detection - Timer only runs when phone is face-down. Cannot be faked - Teen-controlled sharing - Parents see only what teens want to share - Privacy-first architecture - We do not collect data we could share even if we wanted to - Progress tracking - Streaks, active days, weekly summaries - One hundred percent free for teens - No ads, no subscriptions, no catches - Up to 3 teens - One parent account ($4.99 per week) can connect multiple teens HOW TO GET STARTED For Teens: - Download for free. Start a session. Put your phone face-down. That is it. For Parents: - Download the app (optional—you can also just use the website) - Ask your teen to share their progress (or subscribe to Parent Access for $4.99 per week if they haven't shared yet) - Enter the 6-digit code they give you - View their progress and start having real conversations about focus QUESTIONS? Email us at support@focuswing.org. We actually read every message. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://focuswing.org/privacy Download now. Build real focus. Without the fights.

About

Focus Train

Enhance your focus with immersive railway journeys and ambient soundscapes. Track your progress like a travel log, unlock new destinations, and earn medals. This app offers a unique, atmospheric approach to productivity.

Highlights
  • Immersive focus journeys with satellite landscapes
  • Ambient soundscapes (train, rain, ocean, forest)
  • Gamified progress tracking and medal system
  • Cinematic views (satellite map or window mode)
  • Premium aesthetics with gesture-driven interface
  • Privacy-focused local data storage
Features
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Focus Train turns your productivity sessions into beautiful, scenic railway journeys. It is designed for students, deep workers, and dreamers who need an escape from distractions to find their flow. It has 3 primary features: - Immersive Focus Journeys: Transform your timer into a travel experience. Watch your train traverse real-world satellite landscapes as you work, with every minute bringing you closer to a new destination. - Ambient Soundscapes: Block out the noise with dynamic, high-quality audio environments. Choose from the rhythmic clatter of Train wheels, calming Raindrops, deep Ocean waves, or a peaceful Forest. - Gamified Progress: A tracking system that feels like a travel log. Record every trip in your history, track your total distance, unlock new stations, and earn medals as you master your focus. Cinematic Views: Switch between a detailed satellite map or an immersive "Window" mode to watch the world go by. Premium Aesthetics: A stunning, gesture-driven interface with liquid-glass effects, haptic feedback, and fluid animations. Privacy First: Your journey data and habits are stored locally on your device, respecting your privacy. Focus Train is a unique alternative to Forest, Flora, and generic Pomodoro timers for those seeking a more atmospheric and relaxing path to productivity! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

FocusWing4 screens
Focus Train4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Focus Train at every 2 weeks against FocusWing's every 6 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. FocusWing sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Focus Train sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FocusWing ships an update every 6 weeks, Focus Train every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
FocusWing versus Focus Train: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocusWingFocus Train
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB200 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCelebook Romania SRLEloan Tourtelier

In-app purchases

1 purchases

FocusWing

Subscriptions1
  • FocusWing3 Days trial$2.997 Days
2 purchases

Focus Train

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$6.991 Month
  • Yearly$17.991 Year

Questions

Is FocusWing free?
FocusWing is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Focus Train free?
Focus Train is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FocusWing or Focus Train have ads?
Neither FocusWing nor Focus Train shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FocusWing or Focus Train?
FocusWing ships an update every 6 weeks, and Focus Train every 2 weeks. Most recently, FocusWing was updated on October 9, 2026 and Focus Train on October 12, 2026.

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