# Focus Keeper vs Focus Timer

Focus Keeper and Focus Timer both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Focus Timer's written reviews are positive against 68% of Focus Keeper's. Focus Keeper's advantage is ratings volume (32K vs 10) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Focus Keeper sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Focus Timer sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Focus Keeper against 4.9 for Focus Timer. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Focus Keeper has 32K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 68% of Focus Keeper's written reviews are positive against 100% of Focus Timer's.

Focus Keeper ships an update every 4 days, Focus Timer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus Keeper | Focus Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-keeper-pomodoro-timer/id867374917/reviews) | **[4.9 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-timer-pomodoro-quest/id1195801405/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **32K** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | 68.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 872 MB | 94 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [PIXO Incorporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/541568418) | [Jeff Cedilla](https://appshunter.io/developer/944615129) |

## What reviewers say

### Focus Keeper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-keeper-pomodoro-timer/id867374917)

This app helps boost productivity and combat procrastination using the Pomodoro technique. It breaks tasks into focused work intervals followed by breaks, ideal for students, professionals, and individuals managing ADHD. Track your progress and stay on task with customizable settings and an intuitive interface.

**Highlights:** Pomodoro timer with customizable sessions, Study and exam timer functionality, ADHD-friendly structured technique, Productivity time tracker with charts, Simple and intuitive interface, Customizable break lengths

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Month | $12.99 | per month |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Year | $34.99 | per year |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Year | $34.99 | per year |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Year | $34.99 | per year |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Year Standard | $49.99 | per year |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Year Standard | $49.99 | per year |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |
| Focus Keeper Pro 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |
| Focus Keeper Pro | $99.99 | one-time |
| Focus Keeper Pro | $199.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective for staying focused
- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
- 👍 Customizable settings
- 🕰️ Helpful for managing time and productivity
- 🔔 Useful break reminders

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔇 Lack of ability to mute/adjust sound
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with data collection
- 💰 Subscription model for full features
- 🔍 Limited task management functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Timer randomly stops counting down
- White noise that can't be turned off
- Inconsistent behavior when switching apps

**Requested features**

- Apple Watch support
- Ability to label/categorize tasks
- Sync with calendar/to-do apps
- More sound/music options
- Customizable break durations


### Focus Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-timer-pomodoro-quest/id1195801405)

This app gamifies productivity by combining the Pomodoro Technique with RPG elements. Complete tasks to level up your character, unlock gear, and conquer quests, making work and study more engaging and rewarding.

**Highlights:** RPG character system, Quest-based tasks, Reward system, Customizable Pomodoro timers, Daily and custom quests, Offline mode, iCloud sync

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| extra quotes | $2.99 | one-time |
| remove ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Discount | $4.99 | one-time |
| donate | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focus Keeper free?

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

### Is Focus Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Focus Keeper or Focus Timer?

Focus Timer is rated higher. Focus Keeper averages 4.8 out of 5 from 32K ratings, while Focus Timer averages 4.9 from 10 ratings.

### Do Focus Keeper or Focus Timer have ads?

Neither Focus Keeper nor Focus Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Focus Keeper or Focus Timer?

Focus Keeper ships an update every 4 days, and Focus Timer every 3 weeks. Most recently, Focus Keeper was updated on September 25, 2026 and Focus Timer on September 9, 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.*