Focus Dive vs Stelo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Focus Dive
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Your brain already knows how to dive deep. Focus Dive just helps you aim it. Stay longer. Go deeper. Collect what you find. - Depth-based focus timer - Ocean treasures as rewards - Built for brains that work differently - Gentle insights, no pressure For hyperfocusers, ADHD minds, and anyone who's tired of fighting their own brain. Dive in.
Stelo
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Block distracting apps. Make room for the task in front of you. STELO is an iPhone app blocker with saved setups for each activity. Block social apps while coding, then allow them when it is time to market your work. App blocking that fits the work you do βΆ Block distractions or allow only your tools Block selected social and video apps, or allow only the apps you choose. Save a different approach for each activity. System-required and always-allowed apps remain available. βΆ Switch from coding to marketing The social app you block while coding can become a marketing tool later. Save app lists for Development, Design, Writing, Marketing, and Operations. Restrictions apply to whole apps. βΆ Make each mode your own Rename Writing to Newsletter or Operations to Customer Support. Show the activities you need and put them in your preferred order. Hidden activities keep their saved app selections. βΆ Start and stop on your terms Start a saved mode when ready and switch when your task changes. Return to Default to remove STELOβs restrictions. Editing your setup does not start a mode. βΆ Reflect on your activity rhythm Review daily and weekly mode history and optionally reflect on completed activities. Use those reflections to adjust your setup. Mode duration is not a focus score or per-app usage report. βΆ Reach your modes from your iPhone Open STELO from Home Screen widgets and Control Center to choose a mode. Use native app selection, English or Korean, and optional haptics. βΆ Keep app selections on your device Selected app lists and Screen Time usage reports are not uploaded to a server. Mode history stays on your device and can be deleted in Settings. βΆ Personalize your space companion Start with the included capsule. Pro adds five spaceships and block-screen image styles. Your ship appears on Home and widgets and connects to an alternate app icon. Direct opening from the block screen depends on the supported OS. YOUR APP SETUPS βΆ Block distractions. Make space. An iPhone app setup for the activity ahead. βΆ Different tasks. Different modes. Save separate setups for coding, writing, and marketing. βΆ Keep the tools you need Block selected apps or allow only your selection. GET STARTED 1. Choose an activity. 2. Select and save the apps to block or allow. 3. Start your mode, then return to Default when finished. Requires iOS 18 or later and Screen Time permission. The app supports English and Korean. [Contact & Support] Email: skyu.dev@gmail.com - Terms of Use: https://labs.quartz.best/en-US/stelo/terms-of-use - Privacy Policy: https://labs.quartz.best/en-US/stelo/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Focus Dive at none against Stelo's 3. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Stelo sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Focus Dive asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Focus Dive | Stelo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | β |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch β better |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | 18.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 62 MB | 107 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Seung Ah Shin | Seokyoung You |
In-app purchases
Focus Dive
No in-app purchases
Stelo
- Stelo Pro Plan7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Stelo Pro Plan7 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Stelo Pro Plan$39.99








