Comparison

SideQuest vs Focus Quest

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

Head to head
About

SideQuest

Transform your to-do list into an epic RPG adventure. Complete tasks with a focus timer and unlock unique story chapters, characters, and loot. Designed for ADHD brains, it offers a compelling narrative to keep you engaged and motivated.

Highlights
  • RPG-style task completion
  • Customizable hero and world
  • Serialized narrative with recurring NPCs
  • Loot drops and equipment rewards
  • Flexible focus timer
  • Dynamic Island and Lock Screen widgets
  • Co-op focus sessions via SharePlay
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Your to-do list deserves an epic story. SideQuest turns real tasks into RPG adventures. Set a focus timer, complete your task, and unlock a unique story chapter featuring your hero, recurring characters, and loot drops — every single time. BUILT FOR ADHD BRAINS Every focus app gives you a timer. SideQuest gives you a reason to use it. A serialized narrative evolves with every quest you complete, so there's always a cliffhanger pulling you back. YOUR STORY, YOUR WORLD - Create a custom hero in the world of your choice — dark fantasy, anime, sci-fi, or describe your own - Meet 5 recurring NPCs: a Mentor, Rival, Trickster, Villain, and a Mysterious figure who knows too much - 8 rotating story arcs with 7 stages each — setup, twists, climax, and fallout - Every story is unique to your hero REAL REWARDS FOR REAL WORK - Loot drops from Common to Legendary with unique artwork - Equipment with XP multipliers — yes, you can earn a legendary sword for doing laundry - Streak bonuses, level-up milestones, and cosmetic rewards - Prestige system for players who want a fresh season FOCUS FEATURES - Flexible timer: 1-120 minutes, with presets for 25, 30, 45, and 60 min - Dynamic Island & Lock Screen widgets show your quest timer - Task backlog with repeat schedules (daily, weekdays, custom) - Co-op focus sessions via SharePlay — up to 4 heroes, +25% XP bonus - Apple Music integration - Siri Shortcuts for quick embark No account required. Your story starts now. Your tasks aren't chores anymore. They're side quests. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Focus Quest

Features
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Unlock Your Productivity Peak FocusQuest is more than just a timer—it’s your companion for building deep-work habits. Designed for those who want a daily system to conquer tasks, not just watch the clock. Whether you're studying, coding, or creating, FocusQuest helps you enter the flow state and stay there. Gamify Your Focus Turn your concentration into a quest. Earn XP and Coins for every minute you focus. Track your daily energy, build your streak, and watch your productivity stats climb. It’s productivity that finally feels rewarding. Key Features: Custom Focus Rhythm: Tailor your focus sessions, short breaks, and long breaks to fit your personal workflow. Task History: Never retype a task. Quickly restart your most frequent quests from your history. Strict Mode: Eliminate distractions and keep your sessions intentional. Daily Goals & Progress: Set a daily target and track your journey with detailed insights and streak history. Premium Aesthetics: Enjoy a clean, vibrant, and distraction-free interface designed for modern deep work. Pro Membership (Subscription): Upgrade to FocusQuest Pro to unlock: Unlimited daily focus sessions. Full customization of session and break durations. Advanced task history management. Auto-start breaks to maintain your flow seamlessly. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/focusquest-privacy-policy

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

SideQuest and Focus Quest are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. SideQuest sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Focus Quest sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
SideQuest versus Focus Quest: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSideQuestFocus Quest
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB1 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperRaymonjit NijjarDOUNIA EL MELLOUKY

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SideQuest

Subscriptions2
  • Side Quest Pro (Monthly)7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Side Quest Pro (Annual)7 Days trial$79.991 Year
2 purchases

Focus Quest

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription$3.997 Days
  • Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year

Questions

Is SideQuest free?
SideQuest is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Focus Quest free?
Focus Quest is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SideQuest or Focus Quest have ads?
Neither SideQuest nor Focus Quest shows ads.

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