Nufocus vs Clank
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Nufocus
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Nufocus helps you focus with less friction and stronger accountability. What you can do: - Start focus sessions that block distracting apps using Apple Screen Time controls - Build custom schedules so focus starts automatically when you need it - Use break controls that keep sessions intentional - Track progress with focus time and streaks - Add friends, send requests, and compare focus time on leaderboards - Use a Nufocus keycard for session control, including ending sessions - Use Child Mode and Strict Mode controls for stronger lock-in Built for real life: - Works with Nufocus keycard controlled sessions and scheduled sessions - Lets users choose notification categories across local and push alerts: session reminders, schedule alerts, streak warnings, friend activity, and optional product news - Works offline Privacy and control: - You can delete your account from inside the app. - Marketing notifications are optional and off by default. - Critical account, security, or service-stability notices may still be sent when needed. - Privacy Policy and Terms are available in Settings. - App-blocking selections stay on-device; account and progress data sync to your Nufocus account. - Privacy first. Your screen time data stays securely on your device - never shared, never stored elsewhere. Visit our website to learn more: nufocus.in
Clank
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Block distracting apps with a tag you choose. clank blocks the apps and websites you select. Pair an NFC tag or a printed QR tag, then leave it somewhere you have to get up for. Scan the same tag inside clank when you want your apps back. Free to download and use. No subscription or account required. Use a compatible NFC tag you own, or create and print a QR tag in the app. No Clank accessory is required. How it works 1. Allow Screen Time access and choose which apps and websites to block. 2. Pair a compatible NFC tag or a QR tag created in clank. 3. Scan your tag inside clank to block your selection. Scan it again to unclank. Keep the apps you need Create a mode for work, study, evenings or sleep. Choose a different block list for each mode and leave useful apps available. Set a time to unclank Once your tag is paired, start a timed clank without scanning it. Your apps come back when the timer ends. Set schedules for the days and times you choose. Make it harder to back out Strict mode restricts installing and deleting apps while clanked, including clank itself. Five emergency unclanks are included for urgent access or a missing tag. See your clanked time Review your sessions and the time you spent with distractions blocked, day by day and week by week. Keep your habits private Your modes, schedules and session history stay on your devices. No account or analytics. NFC works on supported iPhones with compatible tags. iPad uses QR tags. Screen Time permission and a paired tag are required for blocking, including timed clanks and schedules. QR tags use the camera inside clank. A copy works as the same tag, so keep copies out of reach too.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Clank at none against Nufocus's shown. Clank also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Nufocus | Clank |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | โ |
| Ads | Yes | No โ better |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch โ better |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 16.4 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 41 MB | 67 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lateef Shaik | DCTR s.r.o. |
In-app purchases
Nufocus
No in-app purchases
Clank
No in-app purchases









