# Focus Keeper vs 20 Seconds

The clearest difference is update cadence: Focus Keeper at every 4 days against 20 Seconds's every 3 months. Focus Keeper also leads on ratings volume (32K vs 19) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). 20 Seconds's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, 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 20 Seconds sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Focus Keeper holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Focus Keeper has 32K ratings behind it against 19, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of Focus Keeper's written reviews are positive against 67% of 20 Seconds's.

Focus Keeper ships an update every 4 days, 20 Seconds every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus Keeper | 20 Seconds |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (32K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-keeper-pomodoro-timer/id867374917/reviews)** | [4.5 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/20-seconds/id939295983/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **32K** | 19 |
| Positive reviews | **68.6% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 872 MB | 41 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PIXO Incorporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/541568418) | [Nishco Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/829598361) |

## 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


### 20 Seconds

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/20-seconds/id939295983)

This app helps build new habits or break existing ones by using a 20-second countdown. It provides a progress indicator and optional sounds or music to aid in distraction and amusement during the countdown.

**Highlights:** 20-second habit timer, Progress indicator, Distracting sounds and music, Automatic start option, 30-day trial in Today widget

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Version | $0.99 | one-time |
| A Kind Tip | $0.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focus Keeper free?

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

### Is 20 Seconds free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Focus Keeper or 20 Seconds?

Focus Keeper is rated higher. Focus Keeper averages 4.8 out of 5 from 32K ratings, while 20 Seconds averages 4.5 from 19 ratings.

### Do Focus Keeper or 20 Seconds have ads?

Neither Focus Keeper nor 20 Seconds shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Focus Keeper or 20 Seconds?

Focus Keeper ships an update every 4 days, and 20 Seconds every 3 months. Most recently, Focus Keeper was updated on October 15, 2026 and 20 Seconds on September 25, 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.*