Comparison

Thirteen Virtues vs Dot Timer | Focus Timer

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

Head to head
About

Thirteen Virtues

Features
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At age 20, Benjamin Franklin created a simple system to become a better person: track 13 virtues, focus on one each week, and honestly review your day every evening. He used this method for the rest of his life. This app brings his paper chart into your pocket. HOW IT WORKS Each week spotlights one virtue. Every evening, you mark the virtues you fell short on — small dots, just like Franklin's original notebook. Over time, you watch the dots diminish. The goal isn't perfection. It's awareness. THE 13 VIRTUES Temperance, Silence, Order, Resolution, Frugality, Industry, Sincerity, Justice, Moderation, Cleanliness, Tranquility, Chastity, and Humility — each explained in plain, modern language. FEATURES Daily check-in grid inspired by Franklin's original paper chart Weekly virtue focus on a 13-week rotating cycle Beautiful ink-dot grid showing your week at a glance Journal for evening reflections tagged to specific virtues Streak tracking and progress insights Built-in guide explaining Franklin's complete method Evening reminder notifications Export your data as CSV or JSON Minimalist design inspired by Japanese zen aesthetics YOUR PRIVACY No accounts. No ads. No tracking. No data collection. Everything stays on your device.

About

Dot Timer | Focus Timer

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A timer app that visualizes time with dots. See your remaining time at a glance! As the dots disappear at a steady pace, you’ll intuitively feel the "density" of time. Whether you want to deeply focus, track your work, or simply mind your time—give Dot Timer a try. 【Simple to Use】 Set your time (from 1 minute to 1 hour 59 minutes). Just press start. Focus on your task as you watch the dots slip away. 【Two Distinct Modes】 Light Mode: A calm, bright design. Perfect for deep-focus sessions. Dark Mode: Easy on the eyes, even in the dark. Ideal for night owls and late-night work. 【Key Features & Highlights】 Steady Pace: Dots disappear at a constant speed. The length of time is reflected by the "number" of dots. Intuitive Layout: Clean, grid-aligned dots visualize your remaining time instantly. Quick Re-use: Easily re-use your favorite timer settings from your history. Stay Notified: Receive a notification as soon as your timer finishes.

Screenshots

Thirteen Virtues4 screens
Dot Timer | Focus Timer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Dot Timer | Focus Timer at 13.0 against Thirteen Virtues's 26.2. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 4 level
Thirteen Virtues versus Dot Timer | Focus Timer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThirteen VirtuesDot Timer | Focus Timer
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.213.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTenzin TashiHirasawa Masayuki

In-app purchases

None

Thirteen Virtues

No in-app purchases

None

Dot Timer | Focus Timer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Thirteen Virtues free?
Thirteen Virtues is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dot Timer | Focus Timer free?
Dot Timer | Focus Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Thirteen Virtues or Dot Timer | Focus Timer have ads?
Neither Thirteen Virtues nor Dot Timer | Focus Timer shows ads.

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