FocusBlocks vs Type Shhh
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
FocusBlocks
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FocusBlocks helps you build better focus habits through structured deep work sessions and mindful breaks. DEEP FOCUS SESSIONS Set your preferred duration and enter distraction-free focus mode. A beautiful timer keeps you on track while you concentrate on what matters most. Start, pause, or reset your sessions with simple controls. MINDFUL BREAKS Recharge with purpose using guided micro-breaks designed to restore your energy: • Deep Breathing - 4-7-8 technique to calm your mind • Eye Rest - 20-20-20 rule for screen fatigue • Stretch - Quick neck, shoulder, and back stretches • Hydrate - Reminder to drink water • Quick Walk - Step away and move around TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Watch your focus habits grow with detailed statistics: • Daily and weekly focus hours • Total completed sessions • Streak tracking to build consistency PREMIUM FEATURES Unlock the full experience with Premium: • Unlimited custom timer durations • Customizable break times • Full streak tracking and history • Session history and insights Whether you are studying, working, or creating, FocusBlocks provides the structure you need to achieve deep, meaningful focus. Build momentum one block at a time. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Type Shhh
This app allows you to discreetly take private notes in public spaces. It offers a way to hide your text if you feel observed, ensuring your thoughts remain confidential. You can easily share your notes to other applications when needed.
- Private note-taking
- Discreet typing interface
- Hide text when observed
- Easy sharing to other apps
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Type Shhh is for taking private notes in public. Hide the text of your notes if you think someone is watching, and continue typing. Easily share your note to another app whenever you want.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Type Shhh at none against FocusBlocks's 1. FocusBlocks's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 months). 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
Both are free to download. FocusBlocks sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Type Shhh asks for nothing beyond the download.
FocusBlocks ships an update every 5 days, Type Shhh every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | FocusBlocks | Type Shhh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (6 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 6 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.2 | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 1 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | SAMI HINDI | Mark Molchany |
In-app purchases
FocusBlocks
- FocusBlocks Premium$4.99
Type Shhh
No in-app purchases









