Comparison

Emphasis vs ShiftConvert

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

Head to head
About

Emphasis

This app helps users achieve deep work by providing customizable focus intervals and ambient soundscapes. It tracks your focus progress and offers personalized statistics to help you reclaim your time from distractions.

Highlights
  • Customizable focus intervals
  • Ambient background sounds
  • Focus-O-Meter for distraction tracking
  • Personalized progress statistics
  • Cloud sync across devices
  • Highly customizable sessions
Features
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You sit down to work. 40 seconds later, your hand is already reaching for your phone. Familiar? You’re not lazy. Modern life is engineered for distraction, and trying to force yourself to focus through sheer willpower simply doesn't work. Emphasis doesn’t force you to fight your own brain. One tap, a gentle ambient sound, a steady rhythm—and you’re already in a session. Ended a focus block after 12 minutes instead of 25? That’s 12 minutes of deep work you didn't have before. In Emphasis, every minute counts. 4.7 · 20,000+ reviews · Lightweight at just 75 MB Whether you’re navigating an ADHD brain, tackling a heavy study load, or trying to find clarity in a chaotic work week, Emphasis is a sanctuary from the digital noise. We took the science of the Pomodoro technique and turned it into a gentle, intentional rhythm that respects your natural energy levels. DESIGNED FOR YOUR FLOW STATE: * Immersive Sonic Spaces: Silence background distractions with curated ambient soundscapes. From subtle rhythmic pulses to meditative nature tones, create an environment where getting started feels effortless. * The Focus-O-Meter: Awareness is the first step to change. Select the apps that pull you away from your work and watch your Focus-O-Meter rise as you choose presence over the scroll. It’s not about restriction—it’s about reclaiming the time that belongs to you. * Tailored Focus Blueprints: No two brains work the same. Our onboarding learns your workflow needs from the start, letting you fully customize your session lengths and restorative breaks to prevent burnout before it begins. * Progress, Not Perfection: Focus is a practice, not a destination. Use beautiful, minimalist progress charts and calendar stats to recognize your personal patterns of success and celebrate your consistency. * Apple Ecosystem Sync: Your focus journey shouldn't be tied to one desk. Emphasis syncs seamlessly across your iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch to keep your rhythm steady wherever you go. At just 75 MB, Emphasis won’t bloat your device, but it will help clear your mind. Join thousands of us who are choosing a kinder, more intentional way to live and work. Download Emphasis today and let’s find your rhythm together. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ShiftConvert

Features
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ShiftConvert – The Ultimate Tool for Effortless Conversions Whether you’re on the move, traveling, or simply need quick help, ShiftConvert is your trusted solution to instantly and accurately convert any unit, currency, image, or time zone. Find everything you need in one app, without wasting time on unnecessary searches or complicated apps. Each conversion is done effortlessly, and your history is always available to save precious time. Easily transform the world around you, right from your phone! Time Zone Converter Planning an international meeting or wondering what time it is somewhere else in the world? Rotate the clock and instantly see changes across all time zones, with a vibration feature for smoother interaction. No hassle, just precise conversions. Unit Converter From seconds to days, from Celsius to Fahrenheit, ShiftConvert handles all units with ease. Convert distances, weights, speeds, and volumes in a split second. Your history is always at hand to save time. Image Converter Convert any image to a different format (PNG, JPEG, PDF, GIF, and more). Adjust the dimensions, tweak the quality, and keep the aspect ratio – all in just a few taps. Export or share immediately. Currency Converter Stay updated with real-time exchange rates. Quickly convert USD, EUR, and many other currencies, with historical charts to track long-term trends. Perfect for travelers or quick transactions. History Everything you’ve converted is saved in the app, so you can quickly revisit any previous conversions without having to search again. ShiftConvert makes everything simpler. Time, units, images, currency – everything you need, in a fast and easy-to-use app. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/113XoG8XahKAZVpfGlkon9N3wAD1VjYYbEwUrrKSKry4/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/113XoG8XahKAZVpfGlkon9N3wAD1VjYYbEwUrrKSKry4/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

Emphasis4 screens
ShiftConvert4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ShiftConvert at none against Emphasis's 6. Emphasis's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. Emphasis sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month. ShiftConvert asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Emphasis versus ShiftConvert: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEmphasisShiftConvert
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.1K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.1K — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size74 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAleksandr FiodorovLidia Railean

Bugs and requests

Emphasis

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Timer not working correctly after breaks
  • Task lists not saving properly
  • App crashing on launch for some users
  • Sync issues causing data loss

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to track individual tasks and time spent
  • Landscape mode support
  • Apple Watch app integration
  • More color theme options
  • Improved statistics and progress tracking

ShiftConvert

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Emphasis

Subscriptions4
  • Emphasis Premium Subscription$3.491 Month
  • Emphasis Premium Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Premium Feature (Yearly Promo)$12.991 Year
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  • Emphasis Premium Subscription7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime premium$29.99
  • Lifetime premium$59.99
None

ShiftConvert

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Emphasis free?
Emphasis is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ShiftConvert free?
ShiftConvert is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Emphasis or ShiftConvert have ads?
Neither Emphasis nor ShiftConvert shows ads.

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