Comparison

Briefed vs Focus Tracker

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

Head to head
About

Briefed

Features
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Reclaim YOUR focus with Briefed. In a world full of flashy notifications, endless ads, and overstimulating interfaces, Briefed is your quiet corner for productivity. We believe that the tools you use to focus shouldn't be the very things that distract you. We’ve stripped away the noise to give you a utility that is as powerful as it is simple. No steep learning curves, no hidden paywalls—just you and your goals. Why Briefed? Minimalist Design: A clean, intentional interface that reduces cognitive load and keeps you calm. Zero Distractions: No intrusive ads, no "pro" upsells, and no overstimulated screens. Pure Simplicity: Built for users who value their time and mental clarity above all else. Privacy First: Focus on your work knowing your data isn't the product. Stop managing your apps and start managing your day. Get Briefed. [UPDT] VER1.3 - CHANGELOG: + Task Colors + Task Prefix + Rearrange Tasks in EDIT mode + New Task "Recycling Bin" - iPad/WebOS Display Bug - Reset Settings Bug

About

Focus Tracker

Features
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Focus Tracker helps you see where your time really goes—so you can work smarter and stay on track. TRACK EVERYTHING IN ONE PLACE Create projects for work, study, reading, fitness, or any goal. Start and stop a timer with one tap. Your sessions are saved automatically, and you can edit start and end times anytime (perfect when you forget to stop the timer). CLEAR INSIGHTS • Daily and weekly totals with a breakdown by project • Activity calendar (GitHub-style heatmap) showing your focus over the year • Charts and stats per project: total time, sessions, and patterns • See today’s progress at a glance on your home screen DESIGNED TO STAY OUT OF YOUR WAY • Simple, fast interface with haptic feedback • Timer keeps running if you switch apps or lock your phone • Optional widgets and Live Activity so you can check progress without opening the app WHO IT’S FOR • Freelancers and remote workers juggling multiple clients or projects • Students tracking study time by subject • Anyone building habits (reading, fitness, side projects) and wanting honest data • Teams or individuals who want a single place for all time tracking—no spreadsheets START FREE Try Focus Tracker free for 3 days. Then continue with a low weekly subscription. Cancel anytime in Settings. Restore purchases on any device. Download Focus Tracker and take control of your time. Support and Privacy Policy: https://literate-drip-357.notion.site/FocusTracker-Support-Page-2fb3d7d9e08780008208f11f2dd9f389 Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Briefed4 screens
Focus Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Briefed at none against Focus Tracker's 1. Focus Tracker's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks). 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. Focus Tracker sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Briefed asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Briefed ships an update every 2 weeks, Focus Tracker every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Briefed versus Focus Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBriefedFocus Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperENRIQUE NICOLAS SILHY SOSAROBERT SCHLANGER

In-app purchases

None

Briefed

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Focus Tracker

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$0.997 Days

Questions

Is Briefed free?
Briefed is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Focus Tracker free?
Focus Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Briefed or Focus Tracker have ads?
Neither Briefed nor Focus Tracker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Briefed or Focus Tracker?
Briefed ships an update every 2 weeks, and Focus Tracker every 2 days. Most recently, Briefed was updated on October 13, 2026 and Focus Tracker on October 14, 2026.

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