Kept vs Focus Monster
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Kept
This app helps you build focus habits with a cozy timer and app blocker. Earn rewards by staying on task, and watch your virtual companion thrive as you accomplish your goals. It's designed to make productivity feel rewarding, not stressful.
- Zero-willpower app blocking
- Earn rewarding mystery boxes
- Cozy gamification with virtual companion
- Ax on Dynamic Island integration
- Visual journaling of focus sessions
- Optional Pro version for boosts
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Stop the endless scroll and start building momentum. Meet Kept, the coziest focus timer and app blocker designed for neurodivergent brains, cozy gamers, and anyone who wants to feel proud of what they accomplish each day. Say goodbye to punishing, stressful productivity apps. With Kept, your focus is tied to Ax, a sleepy little axolotl who needs your help to thrive. When you put your phone down and tackle your tasks, Ax levels up. If you lose your streak... well, his room might get a little dusty. Whether you are studying for finals, crushing your work goals, or just trying to finish your daily side-quests, Kept makes focusing feel genuinely rewarding. WHY YOU WILL LOVE KEPT: ZERO-WILLPOWER APP BLOCKING Finding it hard to start? Kept uses powerful, system-level app blocking to strictly lock your distracting apps while your timer runs. You literally cannot open them, making it incredibly easy to stay on track and get your work done. EARN REWARDING MYSTERY BOXES Every minute you spend focusing earns you XP. Trade your hard-earned XP for Mystery Boxes to unlock adorable cosmetics for Ax. Will you pull a Common Dino Onesie, or beat the odds for the Legendary Stardust Realm? It turns hard work into a fun, relaxing collection game. COZY GAMIFICATION Keep your streak alive to keep Ax's room sparkling clean. Watch the room change from day to night as you build a bulletproof routine and hit your daily goals. AX ON YOUR DYNAMIC ISLAND Ax stays with you even when your phone is locked. Check your Live Activities to see him cheering you on while your timer ticks down, keeping you anchored to your task without needing to unlock your screen. VISUAL SCRAPBOOKING Snap a quick photo and log how you felt after a deep work session. Over time, you will build a beautiful visual journal proving exactly how much you have achieved. KEPT PRO (OPTIONAL) Kept is free to download and use! But if you want to supercharge your journey, Kept Pro gives you a permanent Double XP Boost on every single focus session, plus instant access to exclusive Legendary realms and skins. Ready to defeat the procrastination boss? Download Kept, hatch your egg, and let's get things done together! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Focus Monster
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What if your focus sessions became an RPG battle? Focus Monster turns your focus sessions into a monster battle. Every minute you stay focused builds up your attack power against a pixel-art monster on your screen. Stay focused, defeat it, earn XP, and encounter new monsters to build your Monster Dex collection. How it works • A monster appears. Start the timer. • Every focused minute stores up damage. • Finish the session to unleash your stored damage to the monster. • Defeat the monster and earn XP. • Discover new monsters with unique rarities and personalities. • Gradually fill your Monster Dex. Supporting features • Ambient audio: Block out noise and get into the zone. • Live Activities and Widgets: Track the focus time from your Lock Screen. • Completion reminders: Never miss the satisfying moment of dealing damage to the monster. • Focus insights & history : Track your progress and see your growth. • No account needed: Open the app and start right away. Turn your focus sessions into a fun pixel-art adventure. Start your first battle today! Focus Monster Pro Early Bird Special now available! Unlock lifetime access to advanced insights, weekly trends, and premium content. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Kept at 18.6 against Focus Monster'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
Both are free to download. Kept sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Focus Monster sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Kept | Focus Monster |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 — better | 26.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 250 MB | 83 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Drew Herrman | Sai Ho Mak |
In-app purchases
Kept
- Kept Pro Weekly$1.997 Days
- Kept Pro Annual7 Days trial$49.991 Year
- Common Skin$0.99
- Daily Surprise Box$1.99
- Rare Skin$2.99
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- Secret Skin$4.99
- Realm Unlocks$5.99
Focus Monster
- Focus Monster Pro (Early Bird)$0.99









