Comparison

RemindFocus vs FocusBao

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

Head to head
About

RemindFocus

This app provides tools to help individuals with ADHD manage focus and distractions. It includes a customizable focus timer with ambient sounds, a distraction parking feature for saving links, and active reminders for tasks. Track your progress and build focus streaks with detailed analytics.

Highlights
  • Customizable focus timer up to 4 hours
  • Ambient soundscapes for focus
  • Distraction parking for saving links
  • Active, interruptive reminders
  • Progress tracking and focus streaks
  • Fullscreen screen-on mode
Features
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RemindFocus is built for brains that struggle to focus, forget everything, and fall into endless scrolling. Three separate tools, intentionally kept apart, to match how ADHD actually works. FOCUS TIMER Start a timed focus session from 1 minute up to 75 minutes, or up to 4 hours with Pro. Pair it with brown noise, pink noise, or white noise to block distractions and enter deep work mode. A fullscreen screen-on mode keeps your timer visible without unlocking your phone. When the session ends, a gentle sound brings you back. DISTRACTION PARKING (LINK SAVER) You're in a focus session and a random thought sends you down a rabbit hole. Instead of following it, park it. Save any link with one tap via the share sheet. RemindFocus stores it silently with a thumbnail and category: no notifications, no pressure, no autoplay. It does not play videos at you. It holds the link so you can come back when your work is done. Up to 30 links without Pro, unlimited with Pro. REMINDERS & MEMOS RemindFocus sends you scheduled reminders that actually interrupt you, because ADHD brains need that. Set a memo to fire at a specific time: "Take the laundry out," "Take your meds," "Leave now." Reminders are always unlimited and never locked behind Pro. PROGRESS & STREAKS The Progress tab shows your focus streak, total hours, an hourly heatmap of when you concentrate best, and your session history. Watch your consistency grow day by day. The full history and heatmap are available with Pro. HOW IT WORKS - Flexible sessions, not fixed to 25 minutes. - Designed around ADHD patterns: time blindness, hyperfocus, task switching, forgetting. - The link saver is passive and silent; reminders are active and scheduled. They stay separate, not merged into one inbox. - Links are stored as references with a thumbnail. No embedded video players. - Your data stays on your device. REMINDFOCUS PRO - Full data backup and restore (most requested feature) - Complete focus history and heatmap - Unlimited saved links (beyond 30) - Extended timer up to 4 hours - Full ambient audio library: extra soundscapes and tick sounds Pro is available monthly, yearly, or as a one-time lifetime purchase. Restore purchases anytime across devices. PERFECT FOR - People with ADHD or attention difficulties - Students using focus timers for studying - Remote workers fighting digital distraction - Anyone who forgets tasks the moment they walk into another room - Brown noise and ambient sound fans who want focus built in RemindFocus does not diagnose or treat ADHD. It is a productivity tool designed with neurodivergent users in mind. ______ Terms of Use: https://remindfocus.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://remindfocus.com/privacy

About

FocusBao

This app uses a charming animated character and ambient sounds to create a calming environment for focused work. It helps users stay on task with a simple timer, track progress, and build consistent focus routines.

Highlights
  • Animated focus companion
  • Ambient soundscapes
  • Simple timer for focused sessions
  • Progress tracking and achievements
  • Customizable experience
  • Reduces distractions
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Meet Bao, your new focus companion. Focus Bao is a calming productivity timer designed to make focused work feel more enjoyable. Set your timer, begin a session, and join Bao as he leaves his cozy room to study on a peaceful lily pad. Whether you are studying, working, reading, creating, or completing everyday tasks, Focus Bao gives you a relaxing space to concentrate and keep moving forward. FOCUS WITH BAO Start a timed focus session and let Bao accompany you while you work. The simple timer helps you focus on one task at a time without unnecessary distractions. EXPLORE A PEACEFUL WORLD Watch Bao study in a cozy, animated environment inspired by quiet lakes, nature, and relaxing lo-fi spaces. Focus sessions transform productivity into a small adventure with Bao. CHOOSE YOUR AMBIENCE Create the atmosphere that works best for you with a collection of ambient sounds. Relax with sounds such as rain, ocean waves, birds, a fireplace, page turns, library ambience, thunder, jazz, and lo-fi-inspired audio. BUILD CONSISTENCY Complete focus sessions, track your activity, and earn achievements as you continue spending meaningful time on your goals. MAKE BAO YOUR OWN Customize your experience and continue unlocking ways to enjoy your focus sessions with Bao. FOCUS BAO IS GREAT FOR: • Studying and homework • Deep work sessions • Reading and writing • Creative projects • Daily planning • Reducing distractions • Building a consistent focus routine Focus does not have to feel stressful. Take a breath, choose a task, and begin your next session with Bao.

Screenshots

RemindFocus4 screens
FocusBao4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FocusBao at none against RemindFocus's 3. RemindFocus's advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 26.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. RemindFocus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. FocusBao asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for RemindFocus against 5.0 for FocusBao. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
RemindFocus versus FocusBao: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemindFocusFocusBao
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size140 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperComputational ArtYusuf Rana

Customer experience

RemindFocus

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

FocusBao

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

RemindFocus

Subscriptions2
  • RemindFocus Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
  • RemindFocus Pro (Yearly)$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • RemindFocus Pro (Lifetime)$39.99
None

FocusBao

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RemindFocus free?
RemindFocus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FocusBao free?
FocusBao is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RemindFocus or FocusBao?
RemindFocus and FocusBao are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do RemindFocus or FocusBao have ads?
Neither RemindFocus nor FocusBao shows ads.

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