# Blob vs Focus Cat

The clearest difference is monetization model: Focus Cat at free with in-app purchases against Blob's subscription. Focus Cat also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 days vs weekly). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Blob sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Focus Cat sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Blob against 5.0 for Focus Cat. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Blob ships an update weekly, Focus Cat every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Blob | Focus Cat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blob-screen-time-control/id6762447219/reviews) | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-cat-earn-screen-time/id6779987237/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 187 MB | 96 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Spam Musubi Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/1698942015) | [Jedidiah Kyle Julian](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896532192) |

## What reviewers say

### Blob

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blob-screen-time-control/id6762447219)

This app introduces friction to prevent impulsive app usage, helping you reduce mindless scrolling and reclaim your time. It offers customizable challenges to unlock apps, encouraging intentional use and breaking autopilot habits.

**Highlights:** Reduce mindless scrolling, Break impulsive app habits, Reclaim focus time, Protect time-consuming apps, Track time saved and streaks, Harder math gates for unlocking, Temporary app unlocks

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Blob Pro Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Extreme Discount | $6.99 | per year |
| Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Annual Discount | $9.99 | per year |
| Annual | $12.99 | per year |
| Blob Pro Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Blob Lifetime | $15.99 | one-time |
| Blob Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |


### Focus Cat

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-cat-earn-screen-time/id6779987237)

This app helps you build healthier phone habits by rewarding focused sessions with in-app currency. Use earned coins to temporarily unlock distracting apps, while maintaining streaks and keeping a virtual cat happy.

**Highlights:** Guard distracting apps, Earn coins for focus sessions, Unlock apps with earned coins, Track daily streaks, View bypass history, Daily goals and achievements, Collectible cat companions

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Access | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Blob free?

Blob is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Focus Cat free?

Focus Cat is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Blob or Focus Cat?

Blob and Focus Cat are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 2 ratings respectively.

### Do Blob or Focus Cat have ads?

Blob shows ads; Focus Cat does not.

### Which is updated more often, Blob or Focus Cat?

Blob ships an update weekly, and Focus Cat every 2 days. Most recently, Blob was updated on October 19, 2026 and Focus Cat on October 6, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*