Flow vs Plato

Flow's blocking concept relies on putting a physical object - the Flow Key - between you and your mobile distractions. Tap it to start a session, and your chosen apps and websites will block instantly. The only way back in is to tap the key again, so the moment you put it out of reach, those distractions go with it. That's where the magic happens. The Flow Key is a premium, matte black metal NFC card that pairs with the Flow app. It's solid, can fit in your pocket or wallet, and is built to be the one thing standing between you and your phone. Flow creates the kind of friction that actually sticks, so you can spend less time on your device and more time on what actually matters in your life. HOW IT WORKS - Set up a mode by choosing which apps or websites to block, or flip it and only allow the apps you need, blocking everything else. - Tap your Flow Key to your phone to instantly start the session. - Place your key somewhere out of reach and where you won't have the urge to grab it. - When you're ready to finish, simply tap the Flow Key again to end your session. The concept is simple, yet highly effective. FEATURES - Modes: Create custom modes for every part of your day. Choose specific apps and websites to block, or switch it around and only allow the apps you need, blocking everything else. Mix and match for Work, Study, Sleep, Gym, or anything else your routine demands. - Schedules: Set recurring focus sessions that start automatically at the times you choose. Your blocks kick in without you having to think about it. - Website Blocking: Block distracting websites alongside your apps. You can block specific domains, all websites at once, or enable adult content filtering, giving you full control over what you can and can't access during a session. - Emergency Overrides: Life happens. Flow includes a limited number of emergency overrides so you can regain access when you genuinely need to, without completely bypassing the system. Use them responsibly. - Personal Stats: Track your focus habits over time with detailed stats. See your daily, weekly, and all time focus time, your current streak, your best days, and how your output trends week over week. The more you use Flow, the clearer your patterns become. - Friends and Community Leaderboard: Add friends and compete on a shared leaderboard. See who's putting in the most focus time each week and use the accountability to push yourself further. YOUR PRIVACY All app blocking runs through Apple's Screen Time framework. Flow never sees which apps you use, what websites you visit, or how you spend your time. That data will always stay on your personal device. Flow is for anyone who's serious about reclaiming their time. Whether you're a student, a professional, or just someone who wants to be more present - the companion Flow Key gives you a tangible way to draw the line between distraction and focus. Welcome to your flow state.

Some thoughts aren't meant to last forever. Plato is a calm, simple notes app where every note has a timer. Write something down, choose how long it should live, and let it go. When the time runs out, the note is gone for good. DISAPPEARING NOTES Every note gets a timer: 5 minutes, 1 hour, 24 hours, 3 days or 7 days. When it reaches zero, the note is deleted forever. A RING THAT DRAINS Each note shows a countdown ring that empties as its time runs out, shifting from warm sienna to orange to red near the end. The text fades a little as the note gets older, so you always know what's about to vanish. SWIPE TO BURN Done with a note early? Swipe it to burn it, or burn it from the note itself. Once it's gone, it can't be recovered. LIGHT, NATIVE DESIGN Plato looks and feels like it belongs on your iPhone and iPad: clean lists, system fonts and SF Symbols, with a single warm accent taken from the icon – Plato's wax tablet of memory. Choose Light, Dark or System in Settings. YOUR NOTES STAY ON YOUR DEVICE No account, no cloud, no sync and no tracking. Plato works offline, and your notes never leave your device. FREE, WITH AN OPTIONAL TIP JAR Plato is free with no ads. If it's useful to you, an optional Tip Jar in Settings lets you support its development – tips unlock nothing and are not tax-deductible. The source code is on GitHub for anyone to inspect.