Comparison

FocusQuest vs Luma

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

Head to head
About

FocusQuest

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FocusQuest turns focus into a game you actually want to play — it locks the apps pulling you away from your work, then rewards you for staying the course. REAL LOCKS, NOT SUGGESTIONS Choose the apps that distract you, start a focus or study timer, and FocusQuest locks them — no snoozing, no five-second workaround. When time's up, a real lock-screen alarm makes sure you notice. YOUR OWN RULES Set fixed windows — say, 10pm to 7am — where distracting apps stay locked automatically, timer or not. Or go further with Always Blocked, for the apps you'd rather cut out of your life completely. A CHECK THAT MEANS SOMETHING No hollow "are you still there?" prompts. A quick movement challenge confirms you're actually present — not just tapping a button on autopilot. PROGRESS YOU CAN FEEL Earn XP, level up, build a streak worth protecting, and clear daily quests that make consistency feel like momentum, not chores. BETTER WITH FRIENDS See how you stack up, cheer on their wins, send a wave — staying focused is easier when it's not just you. DESIGNED TO DISAPPEAR INTO YOUR DAY Dynamic Island & Live Activity keep your timer visible at a glance. Siri Shortcuts start and stop sessions hands-free. Spotlight surfaces your quests instantly. SharePlay lets you focus together on a call. Download FocusQuest and make breaking distraction the habit that actually sticks.

About

Luma

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Do real life before you scroll. Tired of losing 4+ hours every day to doomscrolling? Willpower alone is no match for social media algorithms. Luma flips the script: screen time is no longer a default—it’s a reward you earn through real-life action. Protect your focus on a schedule With Scheduled Blocks in Luma Plus, choose the apps, days, and start and end times for your focus routine. Create a daily plan, repeat it on selected weekdays, or choose a specific date. Luma automatically blocks your selected apps during that window. Make separate plans for study, work, or winding down. Edit the hours, pause a plan when you need to, and optionally receive notifications when a scheduled block starts and ends. Requires Screen Time access. How Luma works: 1. Choose Distracting Apps: Pick the social, video, and gaming apps you want to protect. 2. Complete Real-Life Quests: Do push-ups, stretch, read, study, or finish a focus session. 3. Earn Screen Time Credits: Your camera or timer verifies your effort and awards time credits. 4. Unlock & Enjoy: Spend your earned minutes guilt-free. When time runs out, Luma locks them automatically. What makes Luma different: • Camera and Pose Tracking: Real-time tracking counts your push-ups and guides your stretching sessions. No cheating—earn your screen time through real movement! • Interactive Daily Quests: Express gratitude in a 3-point journal, take a 3-minute rhythm dance break, or take a photo touching grass outside. • Focus Timer & Pomodoro: Need deep work or study time? Start a focus block and stack minutes for later. • 1-Minute Unlock Warning: Never get cut off mid-scroll without notice. • Streak Freeze & Star Quests: Build daily momentum without fear of losing your streak on busy days. Block distractions, not your life: • Native Screen Time Integration: Built strictly on Apple’s Screen Time controls. • 100% Private: Luma never reads your messages, browsing history, or personal data. Everything stays on your device. • Friction That Works: Break impulsive phone pickups with intentional pause and physical action. Built for: • Students aiming to study before opening social media • Professionals looking to eliminate workday distractions • Anyone struggling with doomscrolling, attention, or phone habits • People who want to replace passive screen time with real-world habits Your phone does not have to be the enemy. Do real life. Earn your scroll. Luma Plus: Luma Plus unlocks full access through flexible auto-renewable subscriptions. Pricing may vary by territory and is clearly displayed before confirmation. Eligible plans may feature free trials or introductory offers as detailed on the paywall. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account upon purchase confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours prior to the end of the current billing cycle. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store Account Settings. Privacy Policy: https://luma-yasinertekin.web.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://luma-yasinertekin.web.app/terms

Screenshots

FocusQuest4 screens
Luma4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FocusQuest at none against Luma's 4. FocusQuest also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 days). Luma's advantage is iOS requirement (18.2 vs 26.1). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Luma sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. FocusQuest asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FocusQuest ships an update every 2 days, Luma every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
FocusQuest versus Luma: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocusQuestLuma
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 6 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS26.118.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB126 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperLars ThomYASIN ERTEKIN

In-app purchases

None

FocusQuest

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Luma

Subscriptions4
  • Luma Plus Weekly7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Luma Plus Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Luma Plus Annual Offer7 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • Luma Plus Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is FocusQuest free?
FocusQuest is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Luma free?
Luma is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FocusQuest or Luma have ads?
Neither FocusQuest nor Luma shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FocusQuest or Luma?
FocusQuest ships an update every 2 days, and Luma every 6 days. Most recently, FocusQuest was updated on September 14, 2026 and Luma on September 30, 2026.

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