Comparison

Focus Loop vs ZenFocus

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

Head to head
About

Focus Loop

Features
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Focus Loop is a simple system for consistency: run a Pomodoro focus session, then track the habit you just practiced. Whether you’re studying, coding, reading, writing, or training β€” Focus Loop helps you show up daily with less effort and more momentum. POMODORO FOCUS TIMER β€’ Start a focus session in one tap β€’ Work/break cycles that keep you moving β€’ Clear progress and completion feedback LIVE ACTIVITIES (FOCUS AT A GLANCE) β€’ Keep your timer visible while you work β€’ Live Activity on the Lock Screen (and Dynamic Island where available) β€’ See time remaining without constantly reopening the app HOME SCREEN WIDGETS β€’ Quick-start a session from your Home Screen β€’ Glance at today’s progress and streaks β€’ Stay consistent with less friction HABIT TRACKER β€’ Track the habits you actually care about β€’ Build streaks and keep your routines visible BUILT FOR REAL LIFE β€’ Minimal UI β€” no clutter β€’ Great for students, remote work, and deep work β€’ Designed for consistency Automatically sync your habits and focus sessions with Apple Watch and HealthKit, so your progress stays accurate without manual tracking. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ZenFocus

Features
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Leaving your seat with the timer running? That's not studying. ZenFocus analyzes your AirPods' motion sensor and Apple Watch's heart rate & movement to distinguish genuine focus time from distraction. Not "time spent sitting" β€” but your actual focused time. [Key Features] β–Ά AirPods Focus Detection Your AirPods' motion sensor tracks whether they're worn and how your head moves, so we can tell when you're truly focused. No extra devices needed β€” just your AirPods. β–Ά Apple Watch Integration Check your real-time focus level from your wrist and start or stop sessions right from the Watch app. Heart rate and wrist movement are analyzed together for more accurate tracking. β–Ά Detailed Statistics View today's, this week's, and all-time study hours at a glance β€” and understand your learning patterns. β–Ά Nationwide Rankings Compare your study hours with other students through regional and nationwide leaderboards to stay motivated. [Who It's For] β€’ Anyone curious about their actual focus time β€” not just how long they sat at a desk β€’ Students preparing for exams, college, or certifications who want data-driven study habits β€’ Self-studiers who need motivation to keep going Start tracking your real study time with ZenFocus today. [Subscription] Some features require a ZenFocus subscription that auto-renews. (Pricing and duration shown in-app.) β€’ Payment is charged to your Apple ID upon purchase confirmation. β€’ Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. β€’ Manage or cancel in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://zen-focus-app-fdf5b.web.app/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://zen-focus-app-fdf5b.web.app/privacy.html

Screenshots

Focus Loop4 screens
ZenFocus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: ZenFocus at every 4 days against Focus Loop's fortnightly. ZenFocus also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17). 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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Focus Loop sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and ZenFocus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Focus Loop ships an update fortnightly, ZenFocus every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
Focus Loop versus ZenFocus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocus LoopZenFocus
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 4 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS1715.6 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size15 MB62 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSuryakant SharmaSUHEE BYUN

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Focus Loop

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Subscription$0.997 Days
  • monthly subscription7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • yearly subscription14 Days trial$9.991 Year
4 purchases

ZenFocus

Subscriptions4
  • 찐곡 베이직7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • 찐곡 프리미엄7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • 찐곡 베이직7 Days trial$17.991 Year
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  • 찐곡 프리미엄7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Focus Loop free?
Focus Loop is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ZenFocus free?
ZenFocus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Focus Loop or ZenFocus have ads?
Neither Focus Loop nor ZenFocus shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Focus Loop or ZenFocus?
Focus Loop ships an update fortnightly, and ZenFocus every 4 days. Most recently, Focus Loop was updated on November 7, 2026 and ZenFocus on November 5, 2026.

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