FocusQuest vs Focus Train
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
FocusQuest
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FocusQuest turns focus into a game you actually want to play โ 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 โ 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 โ say, 10pm to 7am โ 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 โ 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 โ 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.
Focus Train
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Turn your focus time into a journey across Japan. Focus Train is a Pomodoro timer designed for studying, deep work and distraction-free focus. Start a session and watch your train travel across Japan while you study, work or make progress on personal projects. FOCUS BETTER โข Simple visual focus sessions โข Customisable Pomodoro timer โข See your remaining time and next stop โข Pause and resume when needed โข Track your focused time EXPLORE JAPAN Every completed session moves your train forward. Travel between cities, discover new regions and turn productivity into a relaxing railway journey. BUILD YOUR COLLECTION Unlock cities, illustrated postcards, stamps, badges and regions as you focus. Great for studying, exam preparation, work, deep work, reading, writing, personal projects, productivity routines and beating procrastination. The visual structure may also suit people looking for an ADHD-friendly way to organise focus sessions. Focus Train does not diagnose or treat ADHD and is not a substitute for professional medical care. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FocusQuest at none against Focus Train's 2. Focus Train's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Focus Train sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. FocusQuest asks for nothing beyond the download.
FocusQuest ships an update every 2 days, Focus Train every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.
| Parameter | FocusQuest | Focus Train |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days โ better | Every 4 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No โ better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad โ better |
| Requires iOS | 26.1 | 17.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 18 MB | 366 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lars Thom | PIERRE OLIVIER ALAIN HENRY AILLET |
In-app purchases
FocusQuest
No in-app purchases
Focus Train
- Premium mensuel3 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Focus Train Pass Annuel7 Days trial$29.991 Year









